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Photos by Christy Porter

Photos by Christy Porter  

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (December 1, 2021) – Governor Mike Parson announced on Wednesday, December 1, that Peggy Seyler, of Houston, was appointed as the Texas County Clerk. A press release from Governor Mike Parson’s office stated, “Ms. Seyler currently serves as the Interim Texas County Clerk and previously served as a Deputy Texas County Assessor.…

By Shari Harris, Publisher The historic Licking Mill was alight with Christmas cheer on Saturday evening, November 27. A line wound along the porch, down the steps and to the street as children waited with their parents to see Santa and Mrs. Claus. A small area was prepared inside and children sat and told Santa…

In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Rick Mansfield does what he can, wherever he can, to spread “Happiness Shared.” Larry Dablemont promotes “A Gentlemanly Sort of Outdoorsman,” and complies on a recent fishing trip. There is a lot going on at the Licking Senior Center…

By Shari Harris, Publisher United States District Judge Matthew T. Schelp granted a Preliminary Injunction on Monday, November 29, to the CMS COVID-19 Health Care Staff Vaccination mandate for the states involved in the November 10, 2021, lawsuit to halt the mandate. Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt led a coalition of ten states in filing…

Several small businesses in Licking were open on Small Business Saturday and their shelves are full for holiday shoppers. For some customers holiday shopping began on Friday, said business owners. Photos by Christy Porter Treasures and gifts, both festive and utilitarian can be found at Country Crafts and Flea Market, they also offered refreshments and…

Licking Assembly of God was blessed to host their annual Thanksgiving luncheon on Thursday. Over 100 members of the local community enjoyed the food and fellowship. “We are truly blessed with a church that has a servant’s heart. It’s a blessing to witness the tangible love of Jesus,” shared Larissa Satterfield, Outreach Ministry-Youth Pastor. Thanksgiving…

By Brian Hill, U.S. Army FLW FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. (November 22, 2021) – The East Gate will remain closed for at least 12 more months while improvements are made to the bridge that connects J Highway to Fort Leonard Wood. Workers were initially tasked this past summer to mill and resurface the asphalt deck…