Area News

In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Licking United Methodist Church will be holding their Fall Festival October 14. A large estate auction will be held on Saturday by Buckner & Gately Auction Service, starting at 9 a.m. This weekend the Ozarks Older Iron Club will…

Needed: Volunteers By Christy Porter, Managing Editor It’s USDA Distribution Day at the Licking United Community Help Center (LUCHC), as a core group of volunteers efficiently prepare food packages for delivery to area elderly and shut-ins and for a line of area residents currently in need of assistance. Their efficiency is due to experience in…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor More memories were made at the 60th Annual Rose Holland Trout Derby this past weekend at Montauk State Park with a great turnout and beautiful weather. “A great time was had by all and there was wonderful participation in all the activities at the park,” shared Darlene Griffith, Co-Coordinator. Activities…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The Current River Cruisers of Salem, Mo., held a “Cruise into Montauk” Car Show Friday evening as a kick-off to the Rose Holland Trout Derby held over the weekend. Attendees enjoyed showing and viewing classic cars and trucks, classic rock music, door prizes and a homemade chili dinner, all on…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Abounding Hope Church Pastor Matthew McGuire was raised in a Godly home, with an ongoing Godly example. He believes that a personal relationship with God is something to be developed by each individual. His journeys have taken him to foreign countries, different states and now back home again. “In the…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Aunt Kay’s Place celebrated a Grand Opening on Saturday with sweet treats and a gift certificate drawing; this was in addition to her delicious daily luncheon special, salad bar, offerings of deli-style sandwiches and ice cream desserts. Kay Sullins opened Aunt Kay’s Place last fall and wished to celebrate a…

A petition is being circulated in Texas County seeking the 560 signatures necessary to allow voters to choose whether the County will take advantage of Senate Bill 190. Senate Bill 190 allows counties in the State of Missouri to exempt senior citizens from increases in property tax liabilities on primary residences. Recent increases in real…

The Restorative Justice Organization at South Central Correctional Center continues to support community organizations. Recently birthday gifts for the children in Texas County Foster Care (pictured above) and Dent County Foster Care were delivered for their enjoyment. Two quilts and a rag rug were given for a benefit in Cabool. A t-shirt quilt was given…

In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Mark Bishop will be in concert at Abounding Hope Church on October 7. Licking Downtown is selling Mill calendars, ornaments and aprons, t-shirts and hoodies as they raise funds for maintenance/restoration of the Licking Mill. Friday and Saturday a…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Licking R-VIII students of all ages gathered with faculty, staff and community members for the annual national “See You at the Pole” prayer meeting, joining millions of students across the nation and the world on Wednesday. “There is real power in prayer, and there is certainly power in millions of…