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    Better is one thing

    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchToday I want to share what is the best...

    Better is one thing
    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchToday I want to share what is the best...
    East Primary Tigers for the month of March are, fourth row, left to right, Josie Vanderslice, Jacklyn Brown, Karter Bishop, Huxton Enyart, Russell Cesonis, Emry Parks, Jules Weber, Emma Nowak; third row, left to right, Yostin Ramos-Hernandez, Ary Cliett, Laurel Norwood, Ashllyn Wright, Zandar Langford, Remington Mendez, Killian Willet; second row, left to right, Jasmine Maturino, Charlie Lopez-Paxtor, Kahl Scott, Autry Jones, Sage Cook, Zoey Stockton, Karmyn Allen; first row, left to right, Huxley Lipe, Tempe Roby, Oliver Norwood, Rush Horning, Kaya Ewer, Connor Leeper, Harper Smith. Not pictured is Alec Dixon.

    East Primary Tigers recognized for month of March

    East Primary Tigers recognized for month of March
    Photos courtesy of Catherine Williams
Liberal traveled to Stockton on Tuesday, March 24. The Lady Bulldogs put a run on the board first in the second inning. The Bulldogs were able to get on base, but weren't able to get everyone home in the succeeding innings. The game remained tight until Stockton pulled ahead 5-4. Liberal got on base in the seventh inning, but was unable to score and the game ended with Stockton in the lead by one.

    Liberal Softball vs. Stockton

    Liberal Softball vs. Stockton
    Photos by Catherine Williams

    Track season begins for Bulldogs

    Both Liberal Lady Bulldogs and the mens' team recently received ninth place at the Harry...

    Track season begins for Bulldogs
    Both Liberal Lady Bulldogs and the mens' team recently received ninth place at the Harry...

    The Postscript

    By CARRIE CLASSON“400 Square Feet”Last week we thought we would leave our little place in Casa de...

    The Postscript
    By CARRIE CLASSON“400 Square Feet”Last week we thought we would leave our little place in Casa de...
    Zoey Pennell is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Zoey is the daughter of Ashley and Russell Pennell. Social Studies, taught by Mr. Castle, is her favorite class. Zoey, who enjoys participating in basketball and softball, is also a proud owner of two dogs.

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    Fishing an Ozark riverBy LARRY DABLEMONT   There is a different kind of fishing in April and May...

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    Fishing an Ozark riverBy LARRY DABLEMONT   There is a different kind of fishing in April and May...
    Over 100 residents showed up for a neighborhood meeting that had been called by Senator Jill Carter recently to discuss the persistent odors coming from the Organic Solutions facility located east of Jasper. Local officials including Representative Ann Kelley, Commissioner Jimmy Morris and Commissioner John Bartosh were present at the meeting.

    Jasper residents meet regarding odor

    A neighborhood meeting organized by Senator Jill Carter took place recently to address the...

    Jasper residents meet regarding odor
    A neighborhood meeting organized by Senator Jill Carter took place recently to address the...
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    Better is one thing
    March 30, 2026
    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchToday I want to share what is the best thing...Books and games, movies and plays have been built on...
    The Postscript
    March 30, 2026
    By CARRIE CLASSON“400 Square Feet”Last week we thought we would leave our little place in Casa de los Soles.If you’ve read my column you know about...
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    Government
    Property transfers
    March 30, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed March 24, 2026. Newrez LLC and Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing to Blanca Santillan and Gustavo Santillan, Lt 16 Parkview Add to Golden City (L1-22), Lt...
    Property transfers
    March 23, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed March 16, 2026. Timothy W Snethen to Lora Bricker, Lt 5 Union Add to Golden City (L1-26), Lt 6 Union Add to Golden City (L1-26).Warranty Deed, filed...
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    Plant a garden and believe in tomorrow
    March 30, 2026
    COLUMBIA, Mo.- National Garden Month is observed in April, when gardeners are impatiently waiting to exercise their green thumbs, said University of Missouri Extension...
    Zoey Pennell is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Zoey is the daughter of Ashley and Russell Pennell. Social Studies, taught by Mr. Castle, is her favorite class. Zoey, who enjoys participating in basketball and softball, is also a proud owner of two dogs. Students of the week
    March 30, 2026
    “Civic Light Award” launched
    March 30, 2026
    JEFFERSON CITY- Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger, in partnership with ServMO, has announced the creation of the Lieutenant Governor's Civic Light Award. This prestigious...
    Obituaries
    MARTHA TIMMERMAN
    March 30, 2026
    Martha Fay (Davis) Timmerman passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 23, 1942, in...
    CAROLYN RAYE (CULBERTSON) SMYTH
    March 17, 2026
    Carolyn R. Smyth, 83, of West Lafayette passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 in her home at Westminster Village following a...
    Schools
    East Primary Tigers for the month of March are, fourth row, left to right, Josie Vanderslice, Jacklyn Brown, Karter Bishop, Huxton Enyart, Russell Cesonis, Emry Parks, Jules Weber, Emma Nowak; third row, left to right, Yostin Ramos-Hernandez, Ary Cliett, Laurel Norwood, Ashllyn Wright, Zandar Langford, Remington Mendez, Killian Willet; second row, left to right, Jasmine Maturino, Charlie Lopez-Paxtor, Kahl Scott, Autry Jones, Sage Cook, Zoey Stockton, Karmyn Allen; first row, left to right, Huxley Lipe, Tempe Roby, Oliver Norwood, Rush Horning, Kaya Ewer, Connor Leeper, Harper Smith. Not pictured is Alec Dixon. East Primary Tigers recognized for month of March
    March 30, 2026
    Zoey Pennell is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Zoey is the daughter of Ashley and Russell Pennell. Social Studies, taught by Mr. Castle, is her favorite class. Zoey, who enjoys participating in basketball and softball, is also a proud owner of two dogs. Students of the week
    March 30, 2026
    Seventh and eighth grade students from Golden City visited the Missouri State Capitol on Thursday, March 26. A lot was packed into a short time as they toured the Capitol, including a trip to the Whispering Galley and the Dome. They then toured the Supreme Court of Missouri and learned about the Judicial branch. Senator Curtis Trent was amazing and sponsored lunch at Arris’ Pizza. The students ended their day at the historic Missouri State Penitentiary. Golden City seventh and eighth graders visit Capitol
    March 27, 2026
    Social
    Marriage license applications
    March 30, 2026
    The following have filed a marriage license application with the Barton County Recorder’s office:David Alexander West, 31, Golden City and Summer Nicole Silvers, 30, Golden...
    Photo courtesy of Britney Kent
Club members enjoyed a wild west playground, as well as a fun bowling alley at G3. Learn-A-Do 4-H Club
    March 27, 2026
    By ELLIE STRATTONThe Learn-A-Do 4-H club met on March 10, at 5:30 p.m., at G-3 Entertainment.It was our bowling meeting, so there wasn't a lot on...
    Don’t miss out on a visit with the Easter Bunny
    March 26, 2026
    Don’t forget to visit with the Easter Bunny, while hunting Easter eggs and enjoying hot dogs with the Lamar Elks Lodge No. 2800. The annual hunt will be held by the...
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    Photos courtesy of Catherine Williams
Liberal traveled to Stockton on Tuesday, March 24. The Lady Bulldogs put a run on the board first in the second inning. The Bulldogs were able to get on base, but weren't able to get everyone home in the succeeding innings. The game remained tight until Stockton pulled ahead 5-4. Liberal got on base in the seventh inning, but was unable to score and the game ended with Stockton in the lead by one. Liberal Softball vs. Stockton
    March 30, 2026
    Photos by Catherine Williams Track season begins for Bulldogs
    March 30, 2026
    Both Liberal Lady Bulldogs and the mens' team recently received ninth place at the Harry Lineberry Open House Meet in Neosho.The following athletes...
    Wrestling season comes to an end
    March 27, 2026
    By AVA BLANCHARDSadly, the Lamar Wrestling Club's season has ended. I have found a place where I can wrestle, but I hope to wrestle with Lamar soon and give other children...
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