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Obituary – Neil D. Higgins

  Neil Delano Higgins, age 90, passed away October 13, 2025, in Joplin, Missouri. He was born September 30, 1935, in Rolla, Missouri, to Coy and Bertha Higgins. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty Higgins; and sister, Cora. Neil is survived by his three stepchildren, Richard Lynge, Donna Combs and Michael…

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In this edition: October 16, 2025

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Family rodeo fun

By Shari Harris, Publisher B&M Rodeo came to Licking’s rodeo arena Saturday. Organizer Justin Brock and family put on the show. Brock is from the Roby area, and is president of the Roby Saddle Club. His goal is to share Jesus through rodeo, and to draw kids into Christ. Saturday’s rodeo started with the youth,…

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IECA celebrates National Co-op Month with Member Appreciation days

By Shari Harris, Publisher October is National Co-op Month, and Intercounty Electric Cooperative Association (IECA) is celebrating their members. Member Appreciation days have been held at three locations to date – last week in Rolla and Mountain Grove, and with the latest held in Licking on Tuesday. Four more are planned. Next Tuesday and Thursday…

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Nana’s Country Kitchen is open for business

By Shari Harris, Publisher There’s a new restaurant open in Licking – Nana’s Country Kitchen, located at 106 W. Highway 32, next door to the Thrivent office. Owner and operator Tina Sisco opened her restaurant, which features home-style cooking, on Tuesday, October 7. Sisco isn’t new to the restaurant business. In 2002 she ran Rae’s…

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Licking Wildcat Invitational Cross Country Meet

The Licking Wildcats Cross Country team hosted an 18-team meet at Deer Lick Park on Thursday, October 9. This is their only home meet of the Cross Country Season. Licking runners’ times were as follows: Boys Varsity: Tyrone Merdian 19:07 (26), Ethan Stout 20:27 (50), Dawsynn Moore 20:32 (54), Caleb Barker 20:35 (55), and Kierum…

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Wildcats finish strong fall campaign

By Coach Cole Roark After winning their final two contests, the Licking Wildcats finished the fall baseball season with 21 wins and three losses. Their last loss came back on September 18, and the Wildcats went on a 15-game winning streak to cap off their fall, winning their final contest over Richland at home on…

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Lady Wildcats show their grit

The Licking Lady Wildcats thrilled their hometown fans with a win over Summersville on Tuesday, October 7, in a battle of the Lady Wildcats. A one set match with the Junior Varsity teams started the evening. Licking won the single set 25-17. The Varsity Lady ’Cats took the floor next. Licking got the job done…

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Coming Events: October 16, 2025

STORM SIREN TESTING Testing of the Licking storm sirens is scheduled to take place at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 16. FALL BAKE SALE A Fall Bake Sale, hosted by Licking Residential Care, will be held at Town & Country Supermarket beginning at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 17. All proceeds benefit the Resident Activity…

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Classifieds: October 16-22, 2025

For Sale: For Sale: Husqvarna tractor mower, 46” deck, 83 hours. Has additional leaf mulching blades. Excellent condition. Purchased 9-13-21 for $2316. $1200 firm. 417-217-3033. H/26/1tp For Sale: JD 410 round baler, hay rake. Call 573-308-6323. L/40/3tp For Sale: Books make great gifts! Find Marie Lasater’s new books “What The Coroner Saw” and more, by…

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