Area Sports and Education

Licking Middle School and High School presented their Fall Choral Concert Monday evening at Licking Assembly of God Church. The Middle School Choir began the program with two pieces, “Seize the Day” and “Hurricane.” Tasha Ogden and Khloie Bartlett were presenters, and duets were featured during the pieces which included Kimberlynn Berriault, Khloie Bartlett, Ashtin…

The Licking Lady Wildcats faced the Salem Lady Tigers Thursday evening in the final home match of the regular season. It was a night of honors, beginning with Jackie Wulff, who was recognized for her contributions over the years to the team. She served as honorary coach for the evening. Honors for Head Coach Tammy…

The Licking Wildcat Cross Country team held their only home meet of the season, the Licking Wildcat Invitational, on Thursday, October 8, at Deer Lick Park. In the Women’s 2,500 Meters Junior High race, Paislee Kinder represented Licking and finished the course in 14:28.3 minutes. The Men’s 2,500 Meters Junior High race was next, and…

By Coach Cole Roark The Licking WIldcats have finished a phenomenal fall campaign. They finished the season with a 24-2 record, and while that is certainly impressive, there are many other team accomplishments that are noteworthy. In no particular order, these are some reasons to be excited for the spring 2027 season. This fall saw…

By Cole Roark The Licking Wildcats brought home some hardware last week, as the #1 seeded Wildcats won two games to win the tournament and another conference tournament plaque. Thursday, September 10, saw Licking square off against the #5 seeded Richland Bears. Trent Wood took the mound for the Wildcats and faced the minimum as…

Indianapolis, Ind. – Josephine Gifford, a member of the Licking FFA Chapter, will be on stage and in the spotlight October 21-24, during the 2026 National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. Gifford, a senior at Licking High School and President of the Licking FFA Chapter, is the daughter of Sam and Carrie Gifford, of…

Varsity  Photos by  Shari Harris     Junior Varsity Photos by Shari Harris

Another school year has begun! The Class of 2027 has started its senior year, and the Class of 2039 is making its way through kindergarten this year. Licking R-8 Schools began classes on Wednesday, August 26. Superintendent Telena Haneline reported district admission numbers were up by around 50 this school year, with some new students…

Licking R-8 Schools began preparation for their new school year last week, beginning with Freshman Orientation for students/families from rural schools on Tuesday. Staff assisted families needing assistance with registration on Thursday afternoon, and Junior High Orientation was held as well. More activities are planned for the upcoming week. A prayer walk led by community…