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    September breaks 100 degrees
    October 2, 2026
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratAs those who lived through it will tell you, this was one hot summer with four days over 100 degrees. The total average for this September...
    BCCF works to improve quality of life
    October 2, 2026
    The Barton County Community Foundation is offering a $4,000 Community Development Barton County Affiliate Grandmaking Program that is due by October 23.The Barton County...
    Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow
Golden City senior Kenna Davis hits the ball and picks up a kill during the Lady Eagles' win over visiting Gloria Deo on homecoming night. Davis was crowned queen. Freshman Paisley Doke (No. 1) set the ball for Davis. Also pictured for Golden City is No. 11 Lauryn Row. They Lady Eagles won the contest 3-1. Lady Eagles win homecoming game, 3-1
    October 2, 2026

    Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow
A pair of seniors were crowned 2026 Golden City High School volleyball homecoming king and queen Thursday night in a win over Gloria Deo. Kenna Davis was crowned queen, while Van Renfro was crowned king. Golden City homecoming royalty crowned
    October 2, 2026

    Mia Wolf is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Her favorite subject is Social Studies and she also plays volleyball. She is proud to be getting all A’s every year. She looks up to her mom because she is a hard worker and her favorite restaurant is Texas Roadhouse. Something one might not know is that she swam with dolphins. Students of the week
    October 1, 2026

    Lynn accepts limited partnership
    October 1, 2026
    Andrea Lynn has accepted limited partnership at Edward Jones.Edward Jones currently employs 50,000 associates throughout the United States and through its affiliate in...
    CFO opens $120,000 Everyone Outdoors program
    October 1, 2026
     The Community Foundation of the Ozarks is accepting applications for the Everyone Outdoors Grant Program for projects across the CFO’s region. With $120,000 available, the...
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Netzger
An attentive audience listened to Melissa Ohden, an abortion survivor, tell her story. Katie’s House recognizes those behind the scenes
    September 30, 2026
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratKatie’s House and Pregnancy Center in Lamar held its 4th Annual Banquet Celebration on Monday evening, Sept. 28, at...

    Liberal R-II September Employees of the Month
    September 30, 2026
    Phillip Vore, kindergarten teacher at Liberal R-II School District, along with Jenna Hibbitts, kindergarten para, have been recognized as September...

    Lamar Relief Society President Laura Wheeler is pictured with her husband Ryan, First Counselor in Lamar Branch Presidency. Lamar branch members participate in conference
    September 30, 2026
    September 26-27, the Monett Missouri Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints enjoyed an international spiritual feast from Elder...

    The Plaza Theatre is getting a new facade thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor. The tiling of the Carrera glass is being provided by Nic Jeffries from Jeffries Bath and Tile LLC, who is completing the work as time allows. The last time the Plaza received a facelift was during its five year renovation by Community Plaza Rescue (CPR)that began in 1993, leading up to its re-opening on November 5, 1998. Stop by and take a look. It’s still a work in progress, but its already looking a lot brighter. While you’re at it, step inside and view one of their latest showings and enjoy some delicious hot buttered popcorn. Plaza Theatre is getting a facelift
    September 30, 2026

    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Winners of the golfing portion of the Barton County Community Foundation’s Golf & Gala Benefit were recognized Saturday evening, Sept. 26. BCCF’s Golf & Gala Benefit deemed a success
    September 30, 2026
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA full day was enjoyed by many as the Barton County Community Foundation held its Golf & Gala Benefit on...

    Halloween Howl coming to a dealer near you
    September 29, 2026
    Heritage Tractor is thrilled to announce that all locations will be hosting a Halloween Howl event on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Bring your zombies, dinos...
    The CAFNR Showcase was held Saturday, Sept 26, at South Farm. Hosted by Mizzou's College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources, the free annual event featured family friendly educational activities, a sunflower maze, a foal parade and agricultural demonstrations. Joy Krueth, an agricultural education major from Lamar, helped with the Block and Bridle booth's Milk a Cow demonstration. Showcase held at South Farm
    September 29, 2026

    Barton County storms
    September 29, 2026
    By LAURA SCARLATOThe Barton County Historical Society met recently and a presentation of the larger storms from the past 100 years in Barton County was presented by Joe...
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