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By Shari Harris, Publisher Main Street in downtown Licking was closed to traffic Halloween evening for the annual Light the Night festival. Businesses, churches, organizations and individuals passed out candy and other treats along the sidewalks and in the parking lots of Fox Funeral Home and the United Methodist Church. Large numbers of trick or…

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Shari Harris, Publisher “What is it going to take to get people to slow down?” asked Licking Fire Chief Bobby Hearty. Near misses are a regular occurrence for fire fighters and other first responders at motor vehicle accidents on highways. One volunteer firefighter for the Licking Rural Fire Department (LRFD) received more than a near…

By Shari Harris, Publisher The official launch celebration of the Texas County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) was held on Monday, October 20, at the Texas County Health Department in Houston. At the celebration, organizers demonstrated the capabilities of MRC and encouraged the participation of the community. The MRC is managed by the Texas County Emergency…

By Shari Harris, Publisher The Shroud of Turin display was hosted again this year by St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Licking. The public was invited to view the display, which included a full-size replica of the shroud, on Sunday and Tuesday of last week. The Shroud of Turin is a 14-foot linen cloth…

Christmas in Our Hometown has been helping children enjoy Christmas for over 25 years. They provide gifts for area children who might otherwise have none that include clothing and toys. Generous volunteers who support the non-profit program give of their time, make monetary donations, or adopt a family. Wish lists are submitted when families apply…

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By Shari Harris, Publisher At approximately 8 a.m. on Monday, October 20, a clerical staff member at South Central Correctional Center (SCCC) in Licking was taken hostage by an offender, starting a five-hour long incident that involved multiple law enforcement agencies. At 1 p.m, the offender released his hostage without incident or injury and fifteen…