By Shari Harris, Publisher The historic Licking Mill was alight with Christmas cheer on Saturday evening, November 27. A line wound along the porch, down the steps and to the street as children waited with their parents to see Santa and Mrs. Claus. A small area was prepared inside and children sat and told Santa…

By Shari Harris, Publisher United States District Judge Matthew T. Schelp granted a Preliminary Injunction on Monday, November 29, to the CMS COVID-19 Health Care Staff Vaccination mandate for the states involved in the November 10, 2021, lawsuit to halt the mandate. Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt led a coalition of ten states in filing…

Several small businesses in Licking were open on Small Business Saturday and their shelves are full for holiday shoppers. For some customers holiday shopping began on Friday, said business owners. Photos by Christy Porter Treasures and gifts, both festive and utilitarian can be found at Country Crafts and Flea Market, they also offered refreshments and…

Licking Assembly of God was blessed to host their annual Thanksgiving luncheon on Thursday. Over 100 members of the local community enjoyed the food and fellowship. “We are truly blessed with a church that has a servant’s heart. It’s a blessing to witness the tangible love of Jesus,” shared Larissa Satterfield, Outreach Ministry-Youth Pastor. Thanksgiving…