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By Shari Harris, Publisher LHS Class of 2022 Graduate Connor McLeod was among the South Central Missouri high school seniors honored at the Community Salute to Service event that was held at Waynesville High School on Wednesday, May 11. Governor Mike Parson was the keynote speaker for the event, which recognizes those who have committed…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Much to the excitement of customers and vendors the Licking UMC Farmers Market opened for the season on Wednesday, May 18, in the United Methodist Church parking located at 208 S. Main Street. Their goal is to provide a clean, safe and positive market experience for customers and vendors alike.…

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By Shari Harris, Publisher The Licking High School Class of 2022 held their graduation ceremony Sunday afternoon at the Sherman Hill Field House. Fifty-four seniors composed the Class of 2022, and the Field House was packed with families and friends helping to celebrate their successes. The LHS band presented special music to start the ceremony,…

The Class of 2022 from Licking High School are recognized by parents, grandparents, family, friends and area businesses in The Licking News special pull-out section this week. In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Rick Mansfield expresses the value and his appreciation for those who are…

By Shari Harris, Publisher Mayor Keith Cantrell called the May meeting of the Licking Board of Aldermen to order at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10. Also present for the City at the meeting were aldermen Danny Wade, Joe Dillard, and newly elected Linda Breedlove; City Attorney Conway Hawn; City Administrator/Clerk Rhonda Kirkwood; Utilities Clerk…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The 2022 Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics Missouri was held in Licking Friday morning. Coordinator Misty Perkins had organized a sizable group to raise awareness for Special Olympics. Previous years’ coordinator Kelly Kinder was also present to assist and participate. This year’s motto was “Inclusion No Matter…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Sweet Endless Temptations, the newest diner and bakery in Licking, features seasonal menus, with customer suggestions and recommendations highly favored. Owner Brandy Calvert considers it a family-owned business, as every partner employee contributes to its success. The team consists of Calvert, Brenda Sue Mooney, Tommy Gale, Jr., Chris Mooney and…

By Shari Harris, Publisher A Military Honors Funeral will be provided for four unclaimed veterans beginning at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 25, thanks to the Missing in America Project (MIAP) in cooperation with the Craig-Hurtt Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Mountain Grove, Holman Howe Funeral Home in Lebanon, the Texas County Coroner, and…