“It’s Rodeo Time!”
The 41st Annual Licking Chamber of Commerce Rodeo is fast approaching, with just over a week to go before festivities begin. This year’s rodeo will see the return of Outlaw 5J Rodeo, announcer Chris Pyle and professional rodeo clown Blake Potts. Outlaw/5J Rodeo Company begins their 2026 rodeo season at the Licking Chamber of Commerce…
Read MoreVeterans turn out for Armed Forces Appreciation Day
An Armed Forces Appreciation Day event was held at Intercounty Electric Auditorium in Licking on Saturday. Read entire article in The Licking News. Photos by Shari Harris
Read MoreMusic, food, shopping and princesses at the Mill
The sixth year of the spring Craft & Junk Fest at the historic Licking Mill saw a little rain, but it didn’t dampen the spirits of vendors, shoppers and music lovers who attended the event. Read entire article in The Licking News. Photos by Shari Harris
Read MoreFour Wildcat Track & Field stars to compete at State
The Licking Wildcat Track & Field team competed at the Class 2 State Sectional meet on Saturday, May 16, in Buffalo. Read entire article in The Licking News.
Read MoreLHS student chosen for Legislative Shadowing
Licking High School junior Lillian Godi took an exciting and educational trip to the State Capitol in Jefferson City on April 22. Read entire article in The Licking News.
Read MoreElementary students win Rodeo Coloring Contest
The Licking Chamber of Commerce sponsored a coloring contest for grades preK through sixth grade at Licking Elementary School. Read entire article in The Licking News.
Read MoreComing Events: May 21, 2026
STORM SIREN TESTING Testing of the Licking storm sirens is scheduled to take place at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 21. LICKING CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RODEO The 41st Annual Licking Chamber of Commerce Rodeo will be Friday and Saturday, May 29 and 30, at 7 p.m. at the rodeo grounds. RAFFLE FUNDRAISER FOR LICKING RESIDENTIAL…
Read MoreClassifieds: May 21 – 27, 2026
Yard/Garage Sales: Yard Sale: Friday 2-5pm, Saturday 8am-noon. Two families, household items, kids clothes. 13314 McCulloch Drive, Licking. L/20/1tc For Sale: For Sale: JD 410 round baler, hay rake. Call 573-308-6323. L/3/tfn For Sale: Display Cabinets, Wood Desk, Tables, 20 Ft. Aluminum Jonboat, 2 Deer Heads, Pool Table, Misc. Items. 417-777-5227 H/4/2tp For Sale: Books…
Read MoreLicking High School Class of 2026 commencement
The Licking High School Class of 2026 crossed the stage to receive their diplomas, with a change this year. Licking’s traditional Mother’s Day ceremony was moved to Friday evening, May 8. Senior week led up to the event. Tuesday evening, May 5, the Senior Academic Reception was held at Assembly of God Church, with special…
Read MoreMontauk State Park celebrates 100 years at Old Mill Days
Montauk State Park celebrated their 100th anniversary during Old Mill Days Friday and Saturday, May 8 and 9. The Montauk Mill, which sustained damage during the flood of November 2024, was restored in time for the celebration and was open to visitors. The two-day event included history tours, live music, a craft fair, a food…
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