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By Shari Harris, Publisher An Emergency Komfort Giveaway event was held Saturday by the local Girl Scouts to support First Responders in their work in the community. Firefighters, law enforcement, EMS and other first responders were invited to stop by the Fellowship Hall at Licking United Methodist Church Saturday afternoon to refresh their supply of…

By Shari Harris, Publisher For the first time since COVID restrictions were enacted, the annual Veterans Day Assembly at Licking High School had all classes, elementary through high school, in attendance. Approximately 40 veterans from Licking and surrounding communities were at the event held in their honor. A Veterans Day rosary prayer and VFW Post…

In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: See advertisements for upcoming area events. Dirt Road Gypsy Boutique, Farmgirl Floral Boutique and The Sassy Hide are all participating in the Pink Friday event. T.J.’s Flowers & Gifts and T.J.’s Flea Market are also looking forward to pre-Christmas…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Friday evening was hot and spicy with the chili, and oh so sweet with the desserts at LPHC’s annual Chili and Dessert Cook Off, much to the enjoyment of the patrons and judges. In honor of Veterans Day and to thank attending veterans, veterans ate free. The competition on the…

TCMH HOUSTON, Mo. – Texas County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees announced the hiring of Stace Holland of Pineville, Mo., as its next chief executive officer effective November 14, 2022. The TCMH Board contracted with Jeff Tindle of Tindle & Associates in August to lead the nationwide search. After an in-depth process, a search committee…

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, has been elected by her colleagues to serve as majority whip, a key position in caucus leadership, during the 102nd General Assembly. As whip, Sen. Eslinger will verify support for pending legislation and ensure senators are present to vote. “I am humbled by the support of…

Submitted The local Salvation Army Kettle Drive will begin this Saturday, November 19, at the Town & Country Super Market, and end December 24. We fell short of our goal last year, but feel confident with many people stepping up and helping fill all of the time slots, we will meet our goal of $6,000…

In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: See advertisements for upcoming area events. LPHC will hold a Chili and Dessert Cook Off on Friday, November 11; veterans eat free. A Veterans Day Sale will be going on at Larinda’s Furniture & Antiques. Country Crafts & Flea…