WILDCATS THIRD IN STATE!
After a disappointing loss to Blair Oaks in the semifinal round of the Class 3 State Tournament last week, the Licking Wildcats rallied to defeat Scott City and bring home the title of Third Place. The young Wildcats, with two seniors and a single junior on the roster, rolled into Ozark on Wednesday, June 3.…
Read MoreLocal Sheltered Workshops and CASA Chapters receive support from Intercounty Electric
Recently, Intercounty Electric Cooperative Association presented checks totaling $38,500 to three local CASA Chapters and five Sheltered Workshop organizations. The three CASA Chapters include CASA of South Central Missouri, 37th Judicial CASA, and Mid-Ozark CASA. These organizations provide advocacy to abused and neglected children in the court system. Each of the three organizations received $7,000…
Read MoreQuilting for a cause
Several quilters and crafters in the Licking area combined their talents and resources to send quilts and other craft items to the 2026 Ozarks Berryfest Quilt and Craft Auction. At least 47 quilts and many craft items were created between Boone Creek Baptist Church and First Baptist Church of Licking to send to the auction.…
Read MoreTwo Lady Wildcats chosen for 1st Team All District Softball Team
The Missouri Class 2 District 3 2026 All District Softball Team has been announced, and two Licking athletes are included in the roster for 1st Team, with five other Lady Cats chosen for 2nd Team. Those named to the 1st Team include: Pitchers – Alaina Norris, Salem; Annalise Gobin, Bourbon; Lilly Kincaid, Houston; and Kimree…
Read MoreLicking Junior High students receive honors
Licking Junior High students assembled on the final day of school for an awards ceremony. Class officers for both the seventh and eighth grade classes were recognized for their service this year. Seventh grade class officers included: President Atlee Nelson, Vice President Brenlynn Moncrief, Reporter Ashlin Sparks and Secretary/Treasurer Schyler Sullins. Eighth grade officers recognized…
Read MoreComing Events: June 11, 2026
SUMMER READING PROGRAM Texas County Library-Licking Branch is presenting a program by the Missouri Department of Conservation as part of their summer reading program at 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, at the library. TOWN HALL MEETINGS The Texas County Republicans will host four Town Hall meetings in Texas County. Ask candidates for contested primaries…
Read MoreClassifieds: Junes 11-17, 2026
Yard Sale: Massive multi-family yard sale: 7 am – 5 pm June 19 & June 20, 1133 Hawthorn St., Houston. There’s something for everyone: kids’ clothes, toys, men & women clothes, tools, farm equipment, antiques, dishes, furniture, lumber & more. H/8/2tp For Sale: WW Ranch – Homestead Market Swap & Sell Flea Market, 8386 W.…
Read MoreObituary – Betty J. Riley
Betty Jean Riley, 81, formerly of Licking, passed away on May 29, 2026, in Tuscumbia, Mo. Betty was born in St. Louis on November 4, 1944, to Joseph Riley and Myrtle (Wichmann) Riley. Betty graduated from Licking High School in 1962. She was a seamstress for her entire working life. In her free time, Betty…
Read MoreObituary – Vicky L. Hawkins
Vicky Lynn Hawkins, 64, of Licking, Missouri, passed away at her home on May 29, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1961, in Little Rock, Arkansas. Vicky was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. Her greatest joy in life was her family, especially her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved spending…
Read MoreObituary – Barbara D. Campbell
Barbara Dean (Krewson) Campbell, of Licking, passed away at her home on June 4, 2026, at the age of 87. Barb, as she was known to friends, was born at Montauk, Missouri, December 11, 1938, to Ray Dean Krewson and Pearl Audry (Logan) Krewson. The second of four children, she lived mostly in Missouri.…
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