Texas County Extension Council
Univ. of Mo. Extension Council HOUSTON, Mo. (January 5, 2021) – The names of six persons will be on the January ballot for the election of six Texas County University of Missouri Extension Council members. Council chair Elaine Campbell said six county residents will be elected from Texas County at large to fill this year’s…
Read MoreBasketball – Wildcat/Lady ‘Cat week in review
Shari Harris, Publisher The Wildcats had a rough start to their week, with both Varsity and JV losing away games in Willow Springs, 34-85 and 31-40 respectively. Another road game later in the week, on Friday, had much different results. Both Varsity and JV pulled out wins against Dora, 67-65 and 52-45. The Wildcats hope…
Read MoreComing Events January 14, 2021
VFW BINGO CANCELLED Bingo at the VFW Hall on Friday evening, Jan. 15, has been cancelled. NOAH COLEMAN CHAPTER, NSDAR MEETING The Noah Coleman Chapter, NSDAR, will meet at 11:30 a.m. at Sybil’s in St. James on Saturday, Jan. 16. Dr. Phil Cox, of Phelps Health will present a program based on the book, “A…
Read MoreClassifieds: Jan. 14 – Jan. 20, 2021
For Sale: Hay For Sale: Small square, 4×5 and 4×6 round bales. Licking. 573-578-7210. L/2/1tc For Sale: Used Reznor waste oil furnace. Licking. 573-578-7210. L/2/1tc For Sale: Now available at The Licking News, books by author Marie Lasater – Democrat Ridge and Nature Has the Cure – Vol. 1-2. L/1/tfn For Sale: Need something to…
Read MoreCancelled – State of Missouri Endangered SILVER Advisory
Ava Police Department Cancelled Endangered Silver Advisory The Ava Police Department has CANCELLED an Endangered SILVER Advisory for Orvil Loge. Subject returned home and is safe. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Ava Police Department has issued an Endangered SILVER Advisory for a missing adult incident that occurred at 1807 Rodeo Lane at 9 a.m. on…
Read MoreObituary – Dustin L. Stroup
Dustin Lee Stroup, 33, passed away in Rolla, Mo., on January 5, 2021. Dustin was born on June 29, 1987, in Rolla. Dustin is survived by his father, Roger Stroup and Irene; mother, Debra Stroup; daughter, Kynley Parsons; fiancé, Aly Rolfi; brother, Jimmy Stroup; grandparents, Ron and Beverly Bishop, Raymond and Sylvia Stroup, and James…
Read MoreObituary – Thomas R. McGuire, Jr.
Thomas R. McGuire, Jr., age 58, of Raymondville, Mo., passed away January 3, 2021. He was born on December 5, 1962, in Denver, Colo., to Thomas R. McGuire and Katy M. (DeWitt) McGuire. Tommy was preceded in death by his mother. He is survived by his father, Tom McGuire, and one sister, Patricia Mitchell of…
Read MoreObituary – Linda L. McLarning
Linda Lou McLarning of Centralia, Mo., went home to be with the Lord on January 6, 2021. Linda’s passing was peaceful and her family was at her bedside. Her last days were filled with music, scripture, family, and messages from friends, all pillars of her life well lived. Linda was born to Arthur and Carolyn…
Read More2020 Year in Review July – December
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Several new businesses opened their doors in Licking and the surrounding area throughout 2020, while they and current proprietors adjusted to the changes caused by the pandemic. July kicked off with the Licking Independence Day festivities held on Thursday, July 2. The day included a cornhole tournament, raffles, vendors, food,…
Read MoreIn this edition: January 7, 2021
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Rick Mansfield reminisces on the gifts and remnants of the season, the Duncans check in with Museum Muses and the Masons make a donation. Cindy updates us with the newest health conscious books that are available at the library…
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