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Five questions that could change how you see retirement June 15, 2026This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones...

Metzger’s Mutterings

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratI had the pleasure last Wednesday of having lunch with oldest grandson Kobyn. He had several places to choose from...

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Property transfers

Warranty Deed, filed May 26, 2026. Gregory D Braker and Wendy S Braker to Isaac Braker, STR 16-33-32 /S/NW.Warranty Deed, filed May 27, 2026. Sheri Ann Dattola, Paul Daniel...

Property transfers

Warranty Deed, filed May 18, 2026. Michael Shon Anderson to Lebi Gerson Mejia Sr., Lt 7 Bl 37 Parrys 3rd Add to Lamar (B37-42).Warranty Deed, filed May 19, 2026. Brandon...

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During 2026 State Congress, Joy Krueth, Samantha Crabtree, Grevyn Phillips and Lauren Crabtree attended workshops on a variety of topics, connected with fellow 4-H members from throughout Missouri, explored academic programs through university department tours and celebrated at a glow-themed dance.

Barton County 4-H members grow as leaders at State Congress

LAMAR- Five members from Barton County participated in the 80th annual Missouri 4-H State Congress, held on the University of Missouri campus in...

Jerry Thieman, Stan Adams (driver in the Great Race) and Anthony Brisbin are pictured with the 1966 Ford F-100 that was originally purchased new from Medlin Brothers Ford in Lamar by Adams’ grandfather, Jim Owen. The three-day Great Race Spring Rally was an event that was part of Springfield’s Route 66 Centennial Celebration. Thieman, Adams and Brisbin are all classmates of Lamar High School’s class of 1967.

The Great Race Route 66 Spring Rally

By JUNE ADAMS &BETH BRISBINOn May 3, Stanley Adams, a 1967 graduate of Lamar High School who now lives in Colorado Springs, Colo. and his...

Sheep and Goat Field Day to highlight grazing

“Forage and grazing management are essential to any sheep and goat operation,” says Patrick Davis, MU Extension livestock field specialist. In collaboration with Lincoln...

ROBERT NEAL BARTLETT

Robert “Neal” Bartlett, age 84, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away May 13, 2026.Neal was born October 25, 1941, in Carthage, Missouri, to Clyde...

GILES “JUNIOR” HAMMONS

Giles “Junior” Hammons, age 94, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away May 19, 2026, at the Missouri Veteran’s Home in Mt. Vernon, Missouri.Junior was...

On a wet Friday in April, Liberal Elementary School students met with authors and illustrators, Izzy B and Ben Askew. The pirates were promoting their book, “The Mighty McKraken”, which was a 2025-2026 Missouri Association of School Librarians - Show Me Reader Award nominee. The students learned a lot about puppets and the writing process including editing, editing and re-editing during the visit.

Liberal students meet with author and illustrator

Liberal third graders take educational field trip

LIBERAL- May 6 was a special day for the third grade students in Mrs. Harrison’s class at Liberal Elementary School. They were taking an...

University of Missouri 2026 Spring Dean’s List

COLUMBIA, Mo.- The 2026 Spring Dean’s List has been released by the University of Missouri.Students from Lamar that were named to the list include Avery Elizabeth Bennett;...

During 2026 State Congress, Joy Krueth, Samantha Crabtree, Grevyn Phillips and Lauren Crabtree attended workshops on a variety of topics, connected with fellow 4-H members from throughout Missouri, explored academic programs through university department tours and celebrated at a glow-themed dance.

Barton County 4-H members grow as leaders at State Congress

LAMAR- Five members from Barton County participated in the 80th annual Missouri 4-H State Congress, held on the University of Missouri campus in...

Barton County Senior Center Lunch Menu

May 8-12MONDAY- Cook’s choice, coffee/tea/milk.TUESDAY- Tater tot casserole, corn, dark green leafy salad, rosie applesauce, garlic roll, coffee/tea/milk.WEDNESDAY- Chef...

Marriage license application

The following have filed a marriage license application with the Barton County Recorder’s office:Alexander Charles Diem, 44, Lamar and Amber Dawn Jay, 30, Lamar.

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Elam Beaman (No. 8) on the Blue Team.

Liberal players chosen for Missouri Coaches 8-Man All Star game

Three senior Liberal Bulldog football players were honored to be chosen for the Missouri Coaches 8-Man All-Star Football game, held Saturday May...

Area athletes make their mark at state

JEFFERSON CITY- Area track and field athletes turned in memorable performances on the biggest stage in Missouri’s state capital.Track and field athletes across the area...

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Stanfield - Liberal's only male pole vaulter

Aaron Stanfield began pole vaulting in eighth grade. He has worked his way through to his senior year with an eye on going to the state track meet....

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