Area Sports and Education

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Members of the Licking Junior High chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Middle Level recently showcased their business experience and leadership skills at the Missouri FBLA Middle Level State Leadership Conference. The conference, which drew top-performing middle school students from across the state, featured dynamic competitive events, leadership development workshops,…

The staff and administration at Licking R-8 Schools gathered with family members on Friday to celebrate and honor the outstanding careers of eight retiring members of the district, and to recognize milestones of service for other staff. Read entire article in The Licking News

The Licking Wildcat Track & Field team competed at the Class 2 State Sectional meet on Saturday, May 16, in Buffalo. Read entire article in The Licking News.

Licking High School junior Lillian Godi took an exciting and educational trip to the State Capitol in Jefferson City on April 22. Read entire article in The Licking News.

The Licking Chamber of Commerce sponsored a coloring contest for grades preK through sixth grade at Licking Elementary School. Read entire article in The Licking News.

The Licking High School Class of 2026 crossed the stage to receive their diplomas, with a change this year. Licking’s traditional Mother’s Day ceremony was moved to Friday evening, May 8. Senior week led up to the event. Tuesday evening, May 5, the Senior Academic Reception was held at Assembly of God Church, with special…

The Licking Wildcats Track and Field teams brought their best to the Class 2 District 5 Championship meet on Saturday, May 9. The Lady Wildcats brought home the title of first place as a team at the meet, and two boys relay teams set new school records. For the Lady Wildcats, results were as follows:…

The 2026 Licking FFA Chapter Banquet was held Friday, May 1, at the Sherman Hill Fieldhouse. The ceremony was led by the 2025-26 Chapter Officers, and at the end of the evening, the 2026-27 Chapter Officers were inducted. After the opening ceremony, a dinner was served to members, their families and guests. Then the ceremony…

The Licking High School Softball Lady Wildcats made their Senior Night extra sweet with a win over Ellington, 16-3. Seniors Mya Rinne and Hannah Payne were recognized after the game. Letters were read which had been written by two teammates to the seniors, and after a few tears were wiped away, Coach Jeremy Rinne spoke…