Service in the Park held by Licking Ministerial Alliance
The Licking Ministerial Alliance held their annual Service in the Park on Sunday evening at Licking’s Old City Park. Over 50 people brought lawn chairs and settled in for an evening of worship. The Ministerial Alliance offered a free hot dog meal to all before the service. Pastor Russ Stigall, of Boone Creek Baptist Church…
Read MoreLicking repeats as Frisco League Tournament Champs
By Cole Roark The Licking Wildcats brought home some hardware last week, as the number one seeded Wildcats won two close games to win the tournament and another conference tournament plaque. Wednesday, September 10, saw Licking square off against number four seeded Dixon. Conway Adey threw a gem on the mound, going the distance for…
Read MoreBreakfast Fundraiser well attended
Licking man arrested on charges of child molestation
Justin Leyburn, age 24, of Licking, was arrested on September 8, 2025, and charges were filed the following day stemming from a 2022 incident involving a 13-year-old female. Charges included Statutory Sodomy or Attempted Statutory Sodomy – Deviate Sexual Intercourse – Person Less Than 14 Yoa, Possession of Child Pornography – 1st Offense, and Child…
Read MoreCross Country runner medals at Willow Springs
The Licking Wildcat runners traveled to Willow Springs on Thursday, September 11. Senior runner Tyrone Merdian finished 15/135 runners and seventh in Class 3 with a time of 19:40 in the boys varsity race, earning a medal. Also running in the boys varsity race were Ethan Stout, 54/135 (22:22), Dawsynn Moore, 60/135 (22:35), Jeffrey Alkire,…
Read MoreLady ’Cats gaining confidence
The Licking Lady Wildcats Volleyball team dropped two matches last week on the road to Mountain Grove and Houston, but showed progress, taking the Mountain Grove match to five sets and taking the final set to the wire, 22-25, 13-25, 25-21, 25-21, 14-16. The Houston match went four sets, 17-25, 25-18, 22-25, 18-25. The young…
Read MoreComing Events: September 18, 2025
STORM SIREN TESTING Testing of the Licking storm sirens is scheduled to take place at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 18. CASA CARNIVAL A CASA Carnival will be held on Friday, September 19, from 5-7 p.m., at Pete’s at Ledgeland Acres Farm, 18385 US-63, Rolla. This free event features food, games and music. LICKING FALL…
Read MoreClassifieds: September 18-24, 2025
Yard/Garage Sale: Carport Sale: Thursday & Friday 8:30-4:30, Hwy. BB – 1/2-mile. Rodgers-Sundell. Pictures – Decor – Boys Clothes 12-14; Junior Size x-small, small; Ladies small, medium; lots of name brand clothes and shoes – Toys – Boys 2T. L/38/1tp For Sale: For Sale – Tires: Terra Hunter XIT; near new; 33×12.50R20LT; Set of 4,…
Read MoreIn this edition: September 11, 2025
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Read MoreBarrel Racing fun at Licking Rodeo Arena
Barrel racers from several generations competed on Saturday at the Licking Rodeo Arena. PeeWee Riders, Youth Riders and Adult Riders could compete for cash prizes in each of their categories and in an Open Category. First, second and third place prizes were awarded. Two hours of warmups were available to riders before the competition began.…
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