Drug Arrest
By Sheriff Scott K. Lindsey On October 18, 2020, at approximately 8:56 a.m., Texas County Deputies responded to a disturbance at a residence on P Highway in the Licking area. One of the subjects involved, admitted to having illegal drugs inside the residence. Deputies recovered crystal like substance believed to be methamphetamine. It was also…
Read MoreBoondocks Boutique Grand Opening
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Boondocks Boutique celebrated their Grand Opening on Saturday, serving tea, doing giveaways, offering for purchase gift items and fun clothing, and showcasing a beautiful selection of handcrafted jewelry. Boondocks, at the corner of Friendly Village Shopping Center, already stocks a large selection of videos for viewing pleasure. To this small,…
Read MoreLicking Cross Country goes to Fatima
By Coach Heather Hawn The Licking High School Cross Country team competed at the Fatima Invitational last Saturday in Westphalia, Mo. Competing for the girls’ team were juniors Kasey Richards, who placed second at the meet with a time of 21:16, and Autumn Grover, who was 25th, running a time of 35:16. Competing for the…
Read MoreObituary – Zelmon L. Kissiar
Zelmon Lee Kissiar, 84, of Vandalia, Ill., passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, Ill. Zelmon was born March 22, 1936, in Warrenton, Mo., the son of Ferrill and Stella (Hall) Kissiar. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Zelmon is survived by his son, Jimmie Kissiar,…
Read MoreObituary – Herbert V. Kirkwood
Herbert Van Kirkwood was born September 26, 1934, to Elmer Herbert Kirkwood and Clara Vivian Marie (Noe) Kirkwood. Herbert was married to his high school sweetheart Jane DeLois Perryman, on June 24, 1956, in Raymondville, Mo. by Kirby Fletcher. Herbert frequently referred to Jane as his little Indian princess. To this union was born Jan De…
Read MoreObituary – Justin L. Creech
Justin Lee Creech started his journey on April 12, 1985, in Houston, Mo. He grew up as an only child, but with him along that journey were 20 first cousins and 27 second cousins. Justin attended Licking Elementary, Junior High, and High School where he met his fiancé, Britta Nicole Karnes. Justin and Britta were…
Read MoreObituary – Jacqueline M. Scribner
Jacqueline Mary Scribner, 59, of Licking, passed away October 16, 2020, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Mo. Jackie was born in Pittsburg, Pa. on February 21, 1961, the daughter of George D. Coffman and Nancy L. (McClintock) Coffman. Jackie is survived by her siblings, Candice DiNapoli (Jim), Diana Lockhart (Pat), Nancy Jeanne Grannis, Sandra Lee…
Read MoreIn this edition: October 22, 2020
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: The Election Authority has provided the November 3 Sample Ballot, and we’ve published the full language of the Proposed Amendments to the Missouri Constitution for your information. We’ve posted an update on registered voters and pre-poll voting. Please read…
Read MoreFire of “suspicious nature” south of Edgar Springs
By Shari Harris, Publisher Six fire departments and the Missouri Department of Conservation responded to a fire north of County Road 6250 in southern Phelps County Saturday evening. Edgar Springs Fire Protection District Chief Ernie Coverdell reports the fire was of a suspicious nature and is being investigated further. The Edgar Springs Fire Protection District…
Read MoreClassifieds Nov. 12 – Nov. 18, 2020
For Sale: For Sale: Women’s coats, long length, tan suede, furry collar, medium, $65; knee length, fur pile, brown, medium, $65; tan suede pile hooded jacket, large, $10; red, wool cardigan, large, $5; other jackets. Call 417-967-0768. H/29/1tp For Sale: Buck stove, blower on pedestal, heats 1,500 square feet, 18-inch wood, 417-830-5988, 6632 Highway…
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