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By Shari Harris, Publisher Two community meals were held in Licking on Thanksgiving Day, making sure everyone had the opportunity to share in the holiday. Erik and Christy Dattwiler were joined by many volunteers across local churches to host a community dinner at Licking Assembly of God, which began at noon. In addition to serving…

By Shari Harris, Publisher Santa and Mrs. Claus will be coming to Licking on Saturday, December 6, during the Christmas festivities in downtown Licking. Santa will be visiting with children and giving gifts at the VFW from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., he’ll be handing out gifts at the mill at 1:30 p.m., and at…

By Shari Harris, Publisher The members of Boone Creek Baptist Church welcomed a new pastor at the beginning of November. Pastor Brian Collison has stepped into the position of senior pastor. Pastor Russ Stigall had graciously stepped in to help out at the church over the past three years.as they performed their search for a…

Members of the Licking Chamber of Commerce met with representatives from several different community organizations Friday at the Licking Police Department (LPD) to give back to the community. Proceeds from the annual rodeo allowed the Licking Chamber to donate $1,000.00 to each of nine different community organizations this year. Those present on Friday to receive…