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    Persecution is still alive

    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchToday I want to raise awareness about religious...

    Persecution is still alive
    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchToday I want to raise awareness about religious...

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    By JEN KIRBYBirthday. There is so much jam packed in that word. And many times lots of varying...

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    By BRIAN GILLISLamar R-I SuperintendentNext month, the Lamar R-I School District will host...

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    By BRIAN GILLISLamar R-I SuperintendentNext month, the Lamar R-I School District will host...
    Photo by James Epple
Another year has come and gone and soon the Lamar Democrat will be gathering information and photos to be included in this year’s fair memory book. The book is scheduled to come out on October 29. Although there were several pictures taken throughout the fair, we welcome anyone that would like to turn in a photo(s) of their “fair fun” to be included. To do so send a jpg to the attention of Melody Metzger at info@lamardemocrat.com. For information call 417-417-6397.

    Photos being accepted for Lamar Fair Memory Book

     

    Photos being accepted for Lamar Fair Memory Book
     
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    Wyatt Earp Park features entertainment for all

    Photos by James EppleThe Barton County Chamber of Commerce and the Lamar Fair committee welcomed...

    Wyatt Earp Park features entertainment for all
    Photos by James EppleThe Barton County Chamber of Commerce and the Lamar Fair committee welcomed...

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    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratI survived the fair another year! I covered the gospel sing, which...

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    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratI survived the fair another year! I covered the gospel sing, which...
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Liberal held a football jamboree on Friday, Aug. 22, with Jasper, Lockwood and Greenfield team members competing. Each team played 12 offensive plays and 12 defensive plays vs each team. Admission was free.

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    Columns
    Crop Scouting Update: August 25, 2025
    August 29, 2025
    By MICAH DOUBLEDEEUniversity Agronomy Field SpecialistWeather Station: According to the Lamar Weather Station, the temperature reached a low of 56.6°F and a high of 71.6°F....
    Persecution is still alive
    August 29, 2025
    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchToday I want to raise awareness about religious persecution and discrimination in our churches...
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    Property transfers
    August 25, 2025
    Warranty Deed, filed August 19, 2025. Ryan Seaton, Brandy Seaton and Brandy Brooks to James D Shivers, Bl 8 Parrys Add to Lamar (B1-19).Warranty Deed, filed August 19,...
    Property transfers
    August 18, 2025
    Warranty Deed, filed August 11, 2025. Wayne Wilkinson and Rheva Wilkinson to Johnathan Wilkinson, Lt 9 Bl 4 Wills 3rd Add to Lamar (B1-10).Warranty Deed, filed August 11,...
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    2025: 9-3,10,17,24 Carney Service by Publication
    August 27, 2025
    IN THE 28TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURIJudge or Division:JAMES VAUGHN NICHOLSCase Number: 25B4-CV00365Petitioner:JANA M CARNEY & JANA MARIE CARNEY...
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    August 20, 2025
    IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of Doris Paulette SmithDeceased.Case No. 24B4-PR00080NOTICE OF FILING FINAL SETTLEMENT AND...
    2025: 8-27,9-3,10 Andrea Lynn Change of Name
    August 19, 2025
    NOTICE OF CHANGE OF NAMEPublic Notice is hereby given that on August 18, 2025, by an Order of the Circuit Court of Barton County, Missouri, Cause No 25B4-CV00300, the name...
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    August 29, 2025
    COLUMBIA, Mo.- As clump-forming perennials mature, they often become overcrowded, competing among themselves for light, water and nutrients. This typically results in fewer...
    Barton County Democrat Club to meet September 16
    August 28, 2025
    The Barton County Democrat Club will host Ricky Dana as guest speaker on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 6 p.m., at the Mary K. Finley Library (Barton County Library), 300 W. 10th St.,...
    Photo by James Epple
Another year has come and gone and soon the Lamar Democrat will be gathering information and photos to be included in this year’s fair memory book. The book is scheduled to come out on October 29. Although there were several pictures taken throughout the fair, we welcome anyone that would like to turn in a photo(s) of their “fair fun” to be included. To do so send a jpg to the attention of Melody Metzger at info@lamardemocrat.com. For information call 417-417-6397. Photos being accepted for Lamar Fair Memory Book
    August 28, 2025
     
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    BETTY WALTHES
    August 21, 2025
    Betty Walthes, 76, Lamar, MO died 8/20/25. A full obituary is at www.konantzwarden.com.
    MARK NELSON
    August 21, 2025
    Mark Nelson, 63, Golden City, MO died 8/12/25.A full obituary is at www.konantzwarden.com.
    BRUCE SPRINKLE
    August 21, 2025
    Bruce Sprinkle, 73, Mindenmines, MO died 8/20/25.A full obituary is at www.konantzwarden.com.
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    August 28, 2025
    By BRIAN GILLISLamar R-I SuperintendentNext month, the Lamar R-I School District will host Parent-Teacher Conference, a time when families and...
    Golden City Elementary to hold activity night
    August 27, 2025
    GOLDEN CITY- Title 1 Grandparent/Friend Activity Night will be held at Golden City Elementary School on Thursday, Sept. 11, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.Those attending will have a...
    Local students named to MSU summer 2025 dean’s list
    August 25, 2025
    SPRINGFIELD- Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean’s list.For undergraduate students, criteria include...
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    Barton County WIC to hold Baby Extravaganza
    August 27, 2025
    Barton County WIC will hold its Baby Extravaganza on Friday, Oct. 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Lamar First Christian Church gymnasium, 1208 Walnut St., Lamar. The event is to...
    Photo by Kristy Robertson/Barton County Chamber of Commerce
The Grand Champion Baby at the 82nd Annual Lamar Free Fair Baby Show was Hayes Beckwith, son of Courtney and Hunter Beckwith, Lamar. 82nd Annual Lamar Free Fair Baby Show winners
    August 25, 2025
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    Marriage license applications
    August 25, 2025
    The following have filed a marriage license application with the Barton County Recorder’s office:Rodney Lee Bunton, 66, Liberal and Tresa Ann Morgan, 62, Liberal.Elizabeth...
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Liberal held a football jamboree on Friday, Aug. 22, with Jasper, Lockwood and Greenfield team members competing. Each team played 12 offensive plays and 12 defensive plays vs each team. Admission was free. Liberal hosts jamboree
    August 26, 2025
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