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In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Follow the ongoing teachings of “It Is Written,” by the Licking Church of Christ. The Texas County Health Department will be holding an End of Summer Health Fair! Get local know-how and experience with great options on insurance at…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Family memories and tradition were continued at the Kids Trout Tournament held Saturday at Montauk State Park. For over 30-years the tournament has been held, and it is sponsored by the Dorman L. Steelman Lodge. Also participating with presentations of Ray Parker Memorial trophy awards were family members of the…

By Shari Harris, Co-Managing Editor Ozark Independent Living (O.I.L.) is a non-profit organization located in West Plains which serves people with disabilities in a multi-county area, including Texas County. Since 1996, they have worked to fulfill their mission: “to empower people with disabilities to live as full and productive members of society.” Executive Director John…

By Rick Duncan, Publisher For many years classic cars that were in poor condition have been purchased for parts and/or restoration, but over the last ten years a new market has been developing. That market is known as Patina Cars. They include cars from the ’40s, ’50s & ’60s primarily, and the new target audience…

Licking Downtown, Inc., met Thursday for their regular monthly meeting and plans were discussed for the upcoming Fall Festival/Pickin’ on the Porch. The festival will take place Saturday, September 23, at the historic Licking Mill. It will begin at 9 a.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance, then vendors will be open for shopping. Mill tours…

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UPDATE (8/3/23, 5 p.m.): Second Degree Murder charge in shooting death Sheriff Scott K. Lindsey On August 2, 2023, at approximately 3:49 p.m., Texas County 911 dispatch received a report of a shooting at Crow Creek Bar and Grill on CC Highway in the Licking area. Texas County deputies and the Licking Police Department responded…

UPDATE (August 4, 2023, 11:50 a.m.) Armed and barricaded subject arrested By Scott K. Lindsey Texas Co. Sheriff HOUSTON, Mo. – On August 2, 2023, at approximately 1:15 p.m., Texas County deputies responded to an address on Venable Drive in the Bucyrus area for a well-being check. Texas County 911 dispatch had received a reported…

In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: An invitation is extended for the celebration of Floyd and Yvonne Crow’s 75th Wedding Anniversary. Follow the ongoing teachings of “It Is Written,” by the Licking Church of Christ. Walter Plant will be in concert at Anutt Community Church…

The Group Duncan Corporation has purchased The Licking News, effective August 1, 2023. The newspaper staff and previous owner will remain employed with the company. Rick Duncan, President of Group Duncan, said, “First, I am happy that the previous owner, Shari Harris, and Managing Editor Christy Porter have agreed to stay with the paper, as…