Cross Country runners continue to improve
The Licking Wildcat Cross Country runners competed with 14 other schools at the Plato Cross Country Meet on September 25. Several personal records were set, and Tyrone Merdian brought home a medal. Finishing times for Wildcat runners in the Varsity Boys race were as follows: Tyrone Merdian 19:07 (8th), Dawsynn Moore 22:03 (29th), and Caleb…
Read MoreComing Events: October 9, 2025
B&M RODEO B&M Rodeo and Ranch Rodeo will be held at the Licking Rodeo Arena on October 11. Barrels and poles begin at noon, with mutton bustin, calf riding, steer riding and ranch rodeo to follow. Call in by October 6, 6 p.m., 417-217-2057. FALL BAKE SALE A Fall Bake Sale, hosted by Licking Residential…
Read MoreClassifieds: October 9-15, 2025
Yard/Garage Sales: Garage Sale: Oct. 9-11, 8am-? Five miles on Highway C, across from Kofahl Road. Electric cookstove, various hunting calls, crossbow, lots of other hunting items, quail and chicken wire cages, battery charger, generator, smoker, fish cooker, sheets, blankets, books, craft items, some clothing and much more. L/41/1tc For Sale: WW Ranch: Homestead Market…
Read MoreObituary – Aaron “Ron” Davis
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Aaron “Ron” Chandler Davis, of Platte City, Missouri. Aaron was born on July 16, 2002, to Stephan Burns and Susan “Danielle” Roberson. Aaron grew up in the two towns of Weston and Platte City, Missouri, with his grandma, four siblings, aunt and two cousins.…
Read MoreObituary – Lois A. Shrout
Lois Ann (Eckert) Shrout passed away on September 21, 2025, in St. Louis, Mo. She was cremated as per her wishes. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Lois was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Barbara and Harold Eckert on April 26, 1961. She enjoyed fishing, camping, and being outdoors. Lois…
Read MoreObituary -Christina S. Thebeau
Christina Sue Thebeau, age 57, of Edgar Springs, Mo., passed away September 26, 2025. Chrissy was born on April 11, 1968, in West Plains, Mo., to Kenneth Richard Ellison and Susan Frances (Pettis) Ellison. Chrissy enjoyed decorating, organizing, and cleaning. No matter where she called home, she took great pride in making sure it was…
Read More“A week that shapes a lifetime”
By Shari Harris, Publisher Two Licking students spent seven days of their summer attending Boys State and Girls State at Lindenwood University in St. Charles. The American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary sponsor and select students for the leadership program. High school students who have completed their junior year are eligible for the program. This year,…
Read MoreIn this edition: October 2, 2025
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Read MoreSee You at the Pole
Students and teachers gathered in the courtyard near the flagpole at Licking High School and more gathered at the Elementary campus on Wednesday morning before the start of school for the annual See You At The Pole (SYATP) prayer gathering. They joined more than three million people across the country at similar SYATP gatherings. The…
Read MoreCruise-In wraps up 2025 season
By Shari Harris, Publisher The MC Cruise-In at Sonic wrapped up their 2025 season and their toy drive Thursday evening in Licking. This was their 16th year of cruise-ins, which are held the final Thursday of each month, April through September. Approximately 60 bikes cruised into this final evening of the season. The cruise-ins aren’t…
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