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Winter Storm Fern swept across the Midwest, South and Northeast parts of the U.S. over the weekend, depositing 6-10 inches of snow in and around the Licking area, according to the National Weather Service. Single digit and negative temperatures were felt, with many record lows were set across the state. Temperatures recorded at Waynesville-St. Robert…

Jason Hall, age 44, of Houston, was arrested on Friday evening, January 23, after a pursuit ended in a crash on private property off of Green Street in Licking. A Texas County deputy observed Hall driving a 1998 Lincoln Town Car on Maple Avenue and attempted to conduct a traffic stop due to Hall’s driver’s…

By Shari Harris, Publisher K Squared Collective, located in Licking on South US 63 (just across from College Street), opened for business on January 5. Their grand opening will be Saturday, January 31, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. K Squared Collective houses several vendors, including K Squared Boutique, Blonde Bohemian Boutique, Not Too Shabby…

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Chief Pat Burton, Licking Police Dept. On January 16, 2026, at approximately 9:37 p.m., officers with the Licking Police Department were dispatched to a residence on Walker Street regarding a reported domestic disturbance. During the course of the investigation, officers identified the suspect as Chase Mings and learned he had an active felony arrest warrant…

On Sunday, January 11, Emily McGuire, age 44, of Licking, was arrested by the Texas County Sheriff’s Office and is facing charges of Domestic Assault – 2nd Degree, and Abuse or Neglect of a Child-No Sexual Contact. McGuire is alleged to have physically assaulted a juvenile, striking her in the head and facial area. McGuire…

Anthony Bigby, Jr., age 40, of Houston, was arrested by the Houston Police Department on January 14, after an investigation into an allegation of kicking a 7-year-old in the face on January 10, 2026. Bigby is facing charges of Domestic Assault – 2nd Degree, and Abuse or Neglect of a Child-Serious Emotional or Physical Injury-No…

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HOUSTON, Mo. – The Houston Lions Club hosted its annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on January 9, honoring law enforcement officers from across Texas County with a luncheon held in their honor. All Texas County law enforcement agencies were invited to attend the event as a show of appreciation for the men and women who…