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    Metzger’s Mutterings

    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratYesterday was Mother’s Day and as it has been for the past 17...

    Metzger’s Mutterings
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratYesterday was Mother’s Day and as it has been for the past 17...
    Photos by Catherine Williams

    Class 1 District 6 Track & Field Liberal Bu...

    The Bulldogs had a great day at the District Track meet in Appleton City on Saturday, May 9....

    Class 1 District 6 Track & Field Liberal Bu...
    The Bulldogs had a great day at the District Track meet in Appleton City on Saturday, May 9....

    I ain’t never seen nothin’ like it

    By LARRY DABLEMONTWhat a hail storm the Midwest just had! “I ain’t never seen nothin’ like it”, I...

    I ain’t never seen nothin’ like it
    By LARRY DABLEMONTWhat a hail storm the Midwest just had! “I ain’t never seen nothin’ like it”, I...
    Photos by Catherine Williams

    Bulldogs top New Heights in first round Distric...

    The Liberal Lady Bulldogs held New Heights scoreless after their first run in the first inning....

    Bulldogs top New Heights in first round Distric...
    The Liberal Lady Bulldogs held New Heights scoreless after their first run in the first inning....

    The Postscript

    By CARRIE CLASSON“Sharon's Book Club”I was never a part of any team.I was terrible at sports. I...

    The Postscript
    By CARRIE CLASSON“Sharon's Book Club”I was never a part of any team.I was terrible at sports. I...
    The crowd gathers at Truman's birthplace in anticipation of HST's arrival.

    Harry Truman visits Lamar for the last time

    By JOE DAVISBarton County Historical SocietyI have a real love-hate relationship when it comes to...

    Harry Truman visits Lamar for the last time
    By JOE DAVISBarton County Historical SocietyI have a real love-hate relationship when it comes to...
    Students participated in safety discussion covering various areas of safety, fire, chemical and hand signals that can be used when it is too loud to hear equipment operators.

    Community Rural Safety Net reaches Liberal stud...

    By ELAINE DAVIS4-H Program Youth AssociateCommunity Safety Net “Rural Safety” Smart Choices for...

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    Columns
    Metzger’s Mutterings
    May 11, 2026
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratYesterday was Mother’s Day and as it has been for the past 17 years it was an extremely melancholy day for myself. I...
    I ain’t never seen nothin’ like it
    May 11, 2026
    By LARRY DABLEMONTWhat a hail storm the Midwest just had! “I ain’t never seen nothin’ like it”, I heard one old timer say. I have said the exact...
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    May 13, 2026

    Government
    Property transfers
    May 4, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed April 27, 2026. Terry Nathaniel Jeffries to Brian Duncan and Jennifer Duncan, Lt 13 Bl 1 Crestwood Estates (B1-4) (Lamar).Warranty Deed, filed April...
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    Barton County Shrine Club
    Legals
    2026: 5-13,20,27,6-3 Daniels Trustee Sale
    May 4, 2026
    NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALEA default has accrued on a certain note secured by a deed of trust executed by, Kimberly Daniels dated 2/8/2023 and recorded on 2/8/2023 in...
    News
    Verdella Church to hold event in conjunction with citywide
    May 11, 2026
    LIBERAL- The Sullins family is in the process of becoming missionaries in Japan and plan to participate in events that will be taking place at the Liberal City Park on...
    Photos by Catherine Williams Class 1 District 6 Track & Field Liberal Bulldog results
    May 11, 2026
    The Bulldogs had a great day at the District Track meet in Appleton City on Saturday, May 9. Liberal boys tied for second place with Rich Hill out...
    FCS Financial hits $1 million with 2026 scholarship awards
    May 11, 2026
    JEFFERSON CITY- FCS Financial is investing $70,000 in the next generation of Missouri leaders, awarding $2,000 scholarships to 35 students across the state. This year’s...
    Obituaries
    ROBERT “BOB” LEON COUCH
    May 9, 2026
    Robert "Bob" Leon Couch, age 81, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away May 4, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his family.Bob was born March 7, 1945, in...
    JANET MILES
    May 8, 2026
    Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 9, at Konantz Warden Funeral Home for Janet Miles, who died May 7, 2026. A graveside service will follow at...
    GLORIA JEAN NELSON
    May 7, 2026
    Gloria Jean Nelson, age 65, of Golden City, passed away April 23, 2026, at Cox Barton County Hospital in Lamar.Gloria was born June 28, 1960, in...
    Schools
    FCS Financial hits $1 million with 2026 scholarship awards
    May 11, 2026
    JEFFERSON CITY- FCS Financial is investing $70,000 in the next generation of Missouri leaders, awarding $2,000 scholarships to 35 students across the state. This year’s...
    State Historical Society announces fellowship opportunities
    May 7, 2026
    COLUMBIA, Mo.- The State Historical Society of Missouri is seeking proposals for two Gary R. Kremer Center for Missouri Studies fellowships to begin January 1, 2027. Each...
    Retired Educators hold final meeting for school year
    May 7, 2026
    Sixteen members of the Barton County Retired Educators met on Tuesday, May 5, for the last meeting of the 2025-26 school year. The meeting was held...
    Social
    Verdella Church to hold event in conjunction with citywide
    May 11, 2026
    LIBERAL- The Sullins family is in the process of becoming missionaries in Japan and plan to participate in events that will be taking place at the Liberal City Park on...
    Students participated in safety discussion covering various areas of safety, fire, chemical and hand signals that can be used when it is too loud to hear equipment operators. Community Rural Safety Net reaches Liberal students
    May 8, 2026
    By ELAINE DAVIS4-H Program Youth AssociateCommunity Safety Net “Rural Safety” Smart Choices for Life was held April 30, in Liberal Elementary...
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Truman Day officially began with the posting of the colors by the Sons of the American Revolution. This was followed with Landon Clemensen from Fontenac, Kan. performing the National Anthem. Truman Day was picture perfect for a spectacular celebration
    May 6, 2026
    Truman Day 2026 was a wonderful celebration honoring not only the birthday of Harry S. Truman, but also America’s 250th anniversary. In partnership...
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    Photos by Catherine Williams Class 1 District 6 Track & Field Liberal Bulldog results
    May 11, 2026
    The Bulldogs had a great day at the District Track meet in Appleton City on Saturday, May 9. Liberal boys tied for second place with Rich Hill out...
    Photos by Catherine Williams Bulldogs top New Heights in first round District softball
    May 11, 2026
    The Liberal Lady Bulldogs held New Heights scoreless after their first run in the first inning. Katelyn Wallace singled in the second inning and...
    Lady Bulldogs named 2026 WEMO Conference Champs
    May 5, 2026
    By CATHERINE WILLIAMSLIBERAL- The Lady Bulldogs softball team won their last conference game on Friday, May 1, with an impressive 15-0 score...
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    Letter to editor
    May 5, 2026
    Dear Editor:Wow! I’ve said that a lot lately! I’m just blown away by the community support we received for yesterday’s coin show in Lamar. By all measures we had a hugely...
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