Area News
“Just Pray”
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor More than 60 students, school faculty and parents gathered at the Licking High School flagpole on September 22 for the annual “See you at the Pole” prayer rally. Students nationwide have participated in the student-initiated global day of prayer at rallies since 1990. “Just Pray” was the theme for…
Read MoreRock Springs Baptist Church celebrates 150 years
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Pastor John Jordan was well pleased that such a good time was had by all as they “celebrated the faithfulness of God over the past 150 years.” Rock Springs Baptist Church celebrated the continuance of fulfilling their mission, “To change our world by developing Christ-followers who love God and…
Read MoreJennifer Smith inducted into Jewell Hall of Fame
By Shari Harris, Publisher Jennifer Smith, of Licking, was among the team members of the William Jewell College Women’s Basketball Team of 1986-87 as the team was inducted into the William Jewell College Hall of Fame. Only one other women’s team of any sport has been inducted into the Hall of Fame at the private…
Read MoreRespectful disposal of U.S. Flag: Leave nothing unburned
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Licking and Success fifth and sixth graders participated with the Veterans and Auxiliary at the VFW Post 6337 Dignified Disposal of Unserviceable Flags Ceremony on September 15. Due to public health concerns, the ceremony that includes fifth grade students was not held last year; those students, now sixth graders, were…
Read MoreIn this edition: September 23, 2021
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Rick Mansfield acknowledges his fear of the “Scariest Ghosts;” find out who they are. Larry Dablemont shares the adventure of “A 1961 Float Trip” and invites you to his Big Piney River “mini-museum” at the Houston Chamber of Commerce…
Read MoreService in the Park
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor It was a perfect fall evening with a light breeze on Sunday when the Licking Ministerial Alliance hosted a Service in the Park, at Licking’s Old City Park. Several pastors were involved in the presentation of the music and service, with a meal of hot dogs, chips, cookies and beverages…
Read MoreCompassion, community and caring
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Licking Residential Care had a very busy week September 12 – 18 in honor of National Assisted Living Week. Residents, staff and community members and volunteers participated in special activities honoring each other and reinforcing how they live their lives with compassion, community and caring. Monday, LRC welcomed and enjoyed…
Read MoreSigman and Tomaszewski found guilty of forgery
By Shari Harris, Publisher For well over three years, the county has waited and wondered if and when Former Texas County Sheriff James L. Sigman and former Deputy Jennifer H. Tomaszewski would come to trial. The waiting came to an end on Thursday, September 16, when the two faced Judge John D. Beger and a…
Read MoreBurglary Investigation
By Sheriff Scott Lindsey, Texas County Sheriff’s Dept. On September 14, 2021, a Texas County Deputy received a report of a burglary and a stolen motorcycle from a rental storage unit in the Cabool area. After viewing security video of the incident, the deputy was able to work with a Cabool Police officer to identify…
Read MoreDomestic Assault Arrest
By Sheriff Scott K. Lindsey, Texas County Sheriff’s Dept. On September 16, 2021, Texas County Deputies responded to County Line Road in the Mountain Grove area for a report of a domestic disturbance. Deputies contacted a male subject operating a vehicle on the county road. The male later identified as Kaleb Smith stated his female…
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