Area News
Burglary Arrest
By Sheriff Scott Lindsey, Texas County Sheriff’s Dept. On August 25, 2021, Texas County Deputies were dispatched to a residence on AC Highway in the Elk Creek area for a person attempting to steal a tractor. As deputies responded to the area a female was observed walking on the highway. Deputies detained Candace Chilton-Gatten for…
Read MoreA country Junk and Craft Fest
Photos by Shari Harris
Read MoreMonarchs take flight
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The monarch population was increased by over 53 counted butterflies this year, and Tom and Brenda Habina, with daughter Angela Carte, are still counting. Brenda happily shared, “It’s been three years since we’ve released over 50.” While the monarch population has experienced a huge decline in the last 20…
Read MoreIn this edition: August 26, 2021
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Rick Mansfield shares the dual meaning of, “As Well You Should.” Larry Dablemont shares memories of “Tinker’s Place” while making new ones. Storytime is in full swing at the Licking Library, and new reading selections have been added, writes…
Read MoreNew faces and more at Open House
By Shari Harris, Publisher Licking Elementary School held their Open House on Thursday, August 19. The event gave children and parents a chance to meet their teachers, find their classrooms, and learn what’s new at school this year. Attendance was good, with parking overflowing to fill the lot behind the FEMA gym. Families waited in…
Read MoreEdgar Prairie Days 2021
By Shari Harris, Publisher Edgar Prairie Days was celebrated beginning Thursday, August 19, with events daily through Sunday, August 22, and with good attendance throughout the long weekend. The Little Mr. and Miss Contest kicked things off Thursday. A gospel sing followed the crowning of royalty. Friday evening, a Fun Show was held at the…
Read MoreNew – used auto dealership in town
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Personal need for a quality used car at an affordable price prompted 2001 Licking graduate Kermit Lonning, Jr., to move forward with an already present interest in auto sales. July 2021 was the right time for the opening of KALACo Motors LLC, “a used auto dealership with the goal of…
Read MoreDomestic Assault arrest
By Sheriff Scott K. Lindsey, Texas County Sheriff’s Dept. On August 21, 2021, Texas County Deputies were dispatched to a residence on Old Yukon Road in Raymondville for a report of a person stabbed with a knife. Upon arriving at the scene responding deputies observed a male victim suffering from injuries consistent with being attacked…
Read MoreTwo Soldiers found deceased
Public Affairs Office FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. – A Fort Leonard Wood Soldier was found with a gunshot wound Friday night in a barracks complex and was pronounced deceased on the scene at 8:03 p.m. Friday, Aug. 20, by emergency services personnel. The identification of the deceased is being withheld until next-of-kin notification is made.…
Read MoreFLW East Gate closed until further notice
Public Affairs Office FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. (Aug. 25, 2021) Due to unforeseen circumstances Fort Leonard Wood’s East Gate is closed until further notice while repairs are made to the deck of the bridge, according to Fort Leonard Wood Directorate of Emergency Services. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience…
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