Area Sports and Education
Licking History Club visits Shiloh, Corinth and Elvis Presley Birthplace
Justin Coffey, Social Studies Teacher The Licking History Club recently traveled south for an educational trip that gave members the chance to experience history firsthand. Stops on the trip included Shiloh National Military Park, Corinth, the Corinth Contraband Camp and the Elvis Presley Birthplace in Tupelo. At Shiloh, club members walked the battlefield and learned…
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Wade places third at Salem Tournament
2026 Rural Electric Youth Tour
IECA High school juniors from across Intercounty Electric’s service territory recently gathered in the auditorium at the cooperative’s Licking office to compete for an all expense paid trip to Washington D.C. Each school submitted their top four essay winners to compete; one student from each school is eligible to win the trip to Washington, D.C.,…
Read MoreWildcats win Stockton Tournament
Licking Beta Club members advance to Nationals
Wildcats & Lady Wildcats recognized at Winter Sports Banquet
The Licking R-8 Winter Sports Banquet was held on Thursday evening, March 12, at the Intercounty Electric Auditorium. High school principal Dr. Jarad Rinne welcomed guests to the banquet and celebrated the dedication and accomplishments of athletes and coaches this season. He thanked Mrs. Whitley Hart and her students who made treats for the…
Read MoreBell named Licking Elementary Assistant Principal for 2026-2027 School Year
Licking R-8 Schools The Licking R-8 School District administrative team recently conducted interviews with several qualified candidates for the position of elementary assistant principal for the upcoming school year. Following the interview process, the district administrative team selected Mr. Dustin Bell to fill the position. Regarding Mr. Bell’s hiring, Mr. Brian Barry, Licking Elementary Principal,…
Read MoreR-8 Board celebrated during School Board Recognition Month
Licking R-VIII students excel at Frisco League Math Competition
On Monday, March 2, 30 students from Licking R-VIII Schools competed against nine schools in the Frisco League Math Competition held in Laquey, Missouri. Licking High School earned first place among high schools, and the entire Licking squad finished third overall in the competition. Several Licking students earned individual honors in their respective divisions. Participants…
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