The Licking News

09/11/2024

In this edition: September 12, 2024 By Editor | September 11, 2024 | 0   The Licking News is a great way to keep in touch with the Licking community. Great weekly columns, job listings, area-wide menus, city, county and state updates, obituaries, local area coming events and classifieds are all inc...

09/11/2024

Truck Pull crowds return By Editor | September 11, 2024 | 0   Photo by Shari HarrisCarrie Kinder, of Licking, left it all on the field in her pull Saturday. Sadly the Thunder Mug had to be towed off the track after the run.   By Shari Harris Publisher The Licking Truck and Tractor Pull returned to...

09/11/2024

Water and Wastewater Professionals Week By Editor | September 11, 2024 | 0   Photo by Shari HarrisThe laboratory at the Wastewater Treatment Plant is an important component to keeping the plant functioning properly. Derek Hammond, shown here in the lab, says chemistry and math skills are utilized t...

09/11/2024

Looking for a hero? By Editor | September 11, 2024 | 0   Photo by Shari HarrisJarrod Brooks, left, and Ty Lucas are the Appliance Heroes.   By Shari Harris Publisher Are you a victim of a washing machine that broke down before the new wore off? Has your refrigerator died a week after the warranty ...

09/11/2024

Licking artists featured in Arts Rolla show By Editor | September 11, 2024 | 0   Photo by Shari HarrisFrom left, Sandy Campbell, Patty Burmeister, Billie Jean Blaylock Boley and JoAnn Biros attended the Opening Reception where their artwork was displayed. Hanging behind the artists is Teal Two, a q...

09/11/2024

Junk and Craft Festival By Editor | September 11, 2024 | 0   Photo by Shari HarrisVendors and shoppers filled the space between Sonic and Country Crafts & Flea Market Saturday in Licking, for the Junk and Craft Festival. Shoppers sought bargains as vendors showed their creations and their treasures...

09/11/2024

To glorify God and build up children By Editor | September 11, 2024 | 0 Photo by Shari HarrisStudents gather in their classroom for the first day of school Thursday.     By Shari Harris Publisher The Sonshine and Rainbow Day School kicked off their school year on Thursday, September 5. There were ...

09/11/2024

Wildcats pounce to a 3-1 start By Editor | September 11, 2024 | 0     By Coach Cole Roark OZARK, Mo. — August 30 and 31 were the season openers for the Licking Wildcats, as they traveled to Ozark Mountain Sports Complex in Ozark, Mo., to start their Fall 2024 campaign. The Wildcats faced four op...

09/11/2024

Season starts on the road for Lady Wildcats By Editor | September 11, 2024 | 0           Licking Lady ’Cats volleyball started their season on the road this year in Marshfield on Saturday, August 31, against Marshfield and Capital City. It was a tough evening for the varsity squad, as Marshfi...

09/04/2024

In this edition: September 5, 2024 By Editor | September 4, 2024 | 0   The Licking News is a great way to keep in touch with the Licking community. Great weekly columns, job listings, area-wide menus, city, county and state updates, obituaries, local area coming events and classifieds are all inclu...

09/04/2024

Licking Development Company seeks information on shareholders By Editor | September 4, 2024 | 0 Photo by Shari HarrisFrom left, Licking Development Company’s newly elected board members are Rawly Gorman, Secretary/Treasurer; Alan Quick, Member; Chris Roper, President; and Colton Lewis, Vice Presid...

09/04/2024

Enticement of a Child investigation By Editor | September 4, 2024 | 0       Photo submittedToby Bronson Chief Patrick Burton LPD On September 3, 2024, at approximately 0512 hours, Licking police officers were made aware of a short-term investigation being conducted by members of the “Bikers Aga...

09/04/2024

Peytons continue tradition at The Store By Editor | September 4, 2024 | 0   Photo by Shari HarrisBrad and Debbie Peyton are carrying out a tradition serving students at The Store.   By Shari Harris Publisher The Store has returned again this year as an alternative meal source for Licking High Scho...

09/04/2024

Car seat inspections at Fall Festival By Editor | September 4, 2024 | 0   Photo by Gracelyn WesleyThe Old Fashioned Quilt Turning is an opportunity to share the story of your favorite quilt with others. Register now to show your quilt.     By Shari Harris Publisher Licking Downtown, Inc., will ho...

09/04/2024

Fire on Elm Street By Editor | September 4, 2024 | 0     By Aaron Greathouse Fire Chief On August 27, 2024, at approximately 6:56 p.m., the City of Licking Fire Department along with Licking Rural Fire Department was dispatched by Texas County 911 to Elm Street, Licking, for a residential structur...

09/04/2024

“Taking Our Show on the Road” By Editor | September 4, 2024 | 0     Photo submittedSome of the local artwork which is being displayed at the Centre in Rolla throughout the month of September. The opening reception is Friday, September 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. By Sandy Campbell A few local artists r...

09/04/2024

Wildcat XC preview By Editor | September 4, 2024 | 0     Photo by Shari HarrisCross Country runners are shown warming up at the start of practice. By Shari Harris Publisher The Wildcat Cross Country runners are back and are ready for a great season. Three-day a week practices began July 8, and inc...

08/30/2024

08/28/2024

In this edition: August 29, 2024 By Editor | August 28, 2024 | 0     The Licking News is a great way to keep in touch with the Licking community. Great weekly columns, job listings, area-wide menus, city, county and state updates, obituaries, local area coming events and classifieds are all includ...

08/28/2024

Licking Aquatic Center opens By Editor | August 28, 2024 | 0   Photo by Shari HarrisSunday was a perfect day for enjoying the afternoon at the Licking Aquatic Center.   By Shari Harris Publisher No one anticipated when the City of Licking was preparing the pool for opening in May that the actual s...

08/28/2024

39th Edgar Prairie Days By Editor | August 28, 2024 | 0   Photo by Shari HarrisMissy Harris, driving, and Linda Carlton participated in this year’s Edgar Prairie Days parade. Linda Carlton was chosen as this year’s Grand Marshal because of the community services she provides throughout the year...

08/28/2024

For the fifty-eight thousand By Editor | August 28, 2024 | 0   Photo by Susan BrandonIn a photograph taken by Brandon’s wife, Susan, from the river, their dog Benson stands guard by the kneeling soldier at the memorial at Boiling Springs.     By Shari Harris Publisher For those traveling downst...

08/28/2024

Strength, confidence key to this year’s Lady ’Cats By Editor | August 28, 2024 | 0     Photo by Shari HarrisFrom left, seniors Aubrey Gorman, Allie Medlock, Linzie Wallace, Allie Hock, Zoey Dawson, Ralee Clayton, Josie Wells, Francesca Fillipi, and Harlie Buchanan.   By Shari Harris Publisher...

08/28/2024

Wildcat Baseball returns proven performers By Editor | August 28, 2024 | 0     Photo by Shari HarrisCoach Cole Roark and Asst. Coach Eriq Kristek work with the team on fielding practice.   By Shari Harris Publisher The fall season for Licking Wildcat Baseball begins with the Fall Kick-Off at U.S....

08/24/2024

POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN!

POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN. Will be scheduled at a later date. Saturday, August 24

08/21/2024

In this edition: August 22, 2024 By Editor | August 21, 2024 | 0 The Licking News is a great way to keep in touch with the Licking community. Great weekly columns, job listings, area-wide menus, city, county and state updates, obituaries, local area coming events and classifieds are all included in....

08/21/2024

Ready for school?! By Editor | August 21, 2024 | 0 Photos by Shari HarrisHarlee and Oaklee, daughters of Robin and Darby Clouse, are prepared for the start of school and were eager to claim a cookie during Open House. They were greeted by smiling staff, from left, Ms. Anna Cox, PE teacher; cafeteria...

08/21/2024

Butterflies released in memoriam By Editor | August 21, 2024 | 0 Photos by Shari HarrisCherie Kissiar released a box of butterflies at Saturday’s event. Here she encourages the final one to take wing.   By Shari Harris Publisher Kissiar Sunflower Patch hosted a butterfly release Saturday afternoo...