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    The greatest of thanksgiving

    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchAs Thanksgiving comes, I think of the things I...

    The greatest of thanksgiving
    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchAs Thanksgiving comes, I think of the things I...

    A beautiful blueprint

    By JEN KIRBYThere are moments when this world can look dark and bleak. We are not promised a pain...

    A beautiful blueprint
    By JEN KIRBYThere are moments when this world can look dark and bleak. We are not promised a pain...
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
The Lamar Rotary Club held its annual Veterans Day appreciation luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Lamar Methodist Church Family Life Center. Those attending were treated to a catered lunch served by Rotary and Lamar High School choir members. The choir treated those attending to the National Anthem, along with a medley of Armed Forces songs, in which veterans for that branch of the service stood as their song was played. Also held by the VFW Post 3691 was the Missing Man Table ritual.

    Rotary Club holds veterans appreciation luncheon

    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratThe Lamar Rotary Club’s Veterans Day luncheon was held Thursday,...

    Rotary Club holds veterans appreciation luncheon
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratThe Lamar Rotary Club’s Veterans Day luncheon was held Thursday,...

    Financial focus

    Generosity meets strategy with tax-savvy donationsThis article was written by Edward Jones for...

    Financial focus
    Generosity meets strategy with tax-savvy donationsThis article was written by Edward Jones for...

    Metzger’s Mutterings

    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratLife has been extremely hectic the last week or so, with no relief...

    Metzger’s Mutterings
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratLife has been extremely hectic the last week or so, with no relief...
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Joe Davis welcomed all to the annual Veterans Day program that was held Tuesday evening, Nov. 11, at the Barton County Memorial Park. Along with the reading of the names of those servicemen mentioned in the park, Anna Strong performed, “I’m Proud to be An American”, followed with John Adams reciting “Old Glory”.

    BCMP holds annual Veterans Day recognition

    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratDue to it having been windy the last few days, a decision was made...

    BCMP holds annual Veterans Day recognition
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratDue to it having been windy the last few days, a decision was made...

    Liberal posts impressive win

    1Q: Jasper begins the night with a 2-0 lead on a safety. After Liberal kicks off, Cody Suschnick...

    Liberal posts impressive win
    1Q: Jasper begins the night with a 2-0 lead on a safety. After Liberal kicks off, Cody Suschnick...
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Members of the Lamar High School FFA provided the Presentation of Colors at the Lamar High School Veterans Day program held Tuesday, Nov. 11.

    LHS holds A Salute To Our Veterans

    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA special Veterans Day program was held at the Lamar High School...

    LHS holds A Salute To Our Veterans
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA special Veterans Day program was held at the Lamar High School...
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    Columns
    The greatest of thanksgiving
    November 14, 2025
    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchAs Thanksgiving comes, I think of the things I enjoy most when reading stories about the Mayflower...
    Donna’s Dialog
    November 14, 2025
    By DONNA WESCOTTHi everyone! Congratulations to the eighth grade Tiger football team for an undefeated season. Looks like we have some real talent moving into high school...
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    November 12, 2025

    Government
    Property transfers
    November 10, 2025
    Warranty Deed, filed November 3, 2025. Judy F Crockett to Ronald W Parrish and Barba J Parrish, STR 21-33-30 /SW/NW.Warranty Deed, filed November 3, 2025. Betty Lu Embry,...
    Property transfers
    November 3, 2025
    Warranty Deed, filed October 28, 2025. A&E Earthworks LLC to Sonshine Farms LLC, Bl 2 Lamar Original Town.Warranty Deed, filed October 29, 2025. Heath E Prier and...
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    2025 LEGAL 12-3 Liberal R2 Food Bid-2x2
    November 14, 2025
    2025 LEGAL 11-19 & 26 BC SWCD-3x6
    November 14, 2025
    2025: 11-12,19,26,12-3 Ross Trustee's Sale
    November 6, 2025
    SouthLaw, P.C.13160 Foster, Suite 100Overland Park, KS 66213-2660(913) 663-7600File No. 244711NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed...
    News
    Need a ride?
    November 14, 2025
    OATS Transit is currently offering regular transportation services to rural residents of any age. To schedule a ride or to inquire about services available in the area call...
    American Red Cross blood drive set for December 8
    November 14, 2025
    The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive on Monday, Dec. 8, 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 1301 E. 6th St., Lamar.Call...
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
The Lamar Rotary Club held its annual Veterans Day appreciation luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 13, at the Lamar Methodist Church Family Life Center. Those attending were treated to a catered lunch served by Rotary and Lamar High School choir members. The choir treated those attending to the National Anthem, along with a medley of Armed Forces songs, in which veterans for that branch of the service stood as their song was played. Also held by the VFW Post 3691 was the Missing Man Table ritual. Rotary Club holds veterans appreciation luncheon
    November 13, 2025
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratThe Lamar Rotary Club’s Veterans Day luncheon was held Thursday, Nov. 13, 12 noon, at the Lamar Methodist Church...
    Obituaries
    HARRY LEE BEERLY
    November 14, 2025
    Harry Lee Beerly, of Golden City, MO, departed this life on Thursday, November 13, 2025, in his home at the age of 82.Harry was born on April 28,...
    BARBARA LOUISE STILES
    November 14, 2025
    Barbara Louise Stiles, age 81 of Lockwood, MO passed away Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 in Joplin, MO. She was born on May 30th, 1944 in Nevada...
    DONNA CLAUDINE ANDERSON
    November 13, 2025
    Donna Claudine Anderson "Watts - Howard", 88 of Golden City, Missouri passed away peacefully Sunday, November 9, 2025 at her home. Donna was born...
    Schools
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Members of the Lamar High School FFA provided the Presentation of Colors at the Lamar High School Veterans Day program held Tuesday, Nov. 11. LHS holds A Salute To Our Veterans
    November 12, 2025
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA special Veterans Day program was held at the Lamar High School gymnasium on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m. The...
    Understanding the annual performance report
    November 12, 2025
    By BRIAN GILLISLamar R-1 School SuperintendentThe recent release of the Annual Performance Report (APR) for the Lamar R-I School District has...
    Silas Bull, son of Katie and Kevin Bull, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. His favorite aspect of school thus far is reading and he particularly enjoys Social Studies class. Silas is looking forward to participating in archery and basketball. He has two dogs and his favorite movie is K-pop Demon Hunters. Students of the week
    November 7, 2025
    Social
    Barton County Senior Center Lunch Menu
    November 13, 2025
    November 17-21MONDAY- Ham and beans, roasted potatoes, spinach, cornbread, brownie, coffee/tea/milk.TUESDAY- Spaghetti with meat sauce, dark green leafy salad, green beans,...
    Marriage license application
    November 10, 2025
    The following have filed a marriage license application with the Barton County Recorder’s office:Austin Jacob Bays, 27, Milo and Sierra Dawne Haddan, 23, Lamar.
    Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off schedule
    November 5, 2025
    The new hours for the Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off are Monday through Thursday, Nov. 17-21, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 22, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Sunday, Nov. 23,...
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    Sports
    Tigers peaking at the right time
    November 14, 2025
    By CHRIS MORROWFriday night's 55-21 thrashing of visiting Butler in the semifinal round of Class 2 District 4 play secured the fourth straight victory for the Lamar Tigers...
    Liberal posts impressive win
    November 12, 2025
    1Q: Jasper begins the night with a 2-0 lead on a safety. After Liberal kicks off, Cody Suschnick makes an interception and returns the ball 35...
    Potter concludes third cross country season at SBU
    November 10, 2025
    Kiersten Potter had a shorter cross country season this year due to recovering from injuries; however, she was able to run in the last three meets...
    Terry Redman's Pictures
    Photo by Terry Redman
Lamar sophomore quarterback No. 18 Clayton Powell gets to the outside to pick up good yardage in first quarter action in Lamar. The Tigers mauled the Butler Bears by a score of 55-21 to advance to the District Championship on Friday evening. The Tigers will host the Holden Eagles. Tigers advance to District Championship
    November 10, 2025
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