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    Tails of A Funny Farmer

    By NADINE PATTISONNot much to report over here at the Funny Farm except our beloved goat Martha...

    Tails of A Funny Farmer
    By NADINE PATTISONNot much to report over here at the Funny Farm except our beloved goat Martha...
    Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow
Lamar's Rowdy Davison reaches base safely in a close play at first base during tournament action Saturday. The Lamar City Park was busy with multiple age groups occupying nearly every field during the large tournament. Davison and his teammates won the 10 and under championship.

    Lamar has great showing at Sandlot Baseball tou...

    Lamar has great showing at Sandlot Baseball tou...
    The Lamar Police Department and Missouri Department of Conservation recently held their Fish With A Cop for Lamar sixth grade students. The event is held at Wheeler Park and the weather couldn’t have any better. Following a time for the students to try their hand at fishing, the Department of Conservation furnished a fried fish meal with all the fixins.

    Popular “Fish With a Cop” held for Lamar sixth ...

    Popular “Fish With a Cop” held for Lamar sixth ...

    A thankful heart

    By JEN KIRBYTaking our thought life captive is one of the most important things for our overall...

    A thankful heart
    By JEN KIRBYTaking our thought life captive is one of the most important things for our overall...

    New coach brings fresh energy to Missouri State...

    By DEBRA PROBERTMSU Class of 1979There’s a different feeling around Missouri State Football this...

    New coach brings fresh energy to Missouri State...
    By DEBRA PROBERTMSU Class of 1979There’s a different feeling around Missouri State Football this...
    The Lamar Middle School has earned the title of being back-to-back Big 8 Conference Softball Champions for 2025-2026. The team finished the season with a record of 14-1, while outscoring their opponents 146-19. They rounded out their back-to-back conference championship run by adding this win to both volleyball and basketball. Pictured, back row, left to right, Coach Jeff Steinkamp, Mya Castle, Harpor Steinkamp, Taylor Caruthers, Haydn Steinkamp, Sophia Parker, Zoey Timmons and Coach Amie Cook; middle row, left to right, Rylee VanGilder, Riley Gordon, Aynslie White, Kaylee Wilson; front row, left to right, Karma Carter and Harley Markus. Not pictured is Hadlee Combs.

    LMS earns back-to-back Big 8 softball champions...

    LMS earns back-to-back Big 8 softball champions...
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Prior to the ribbon cutting at the Golden City R-3 School barn, Ag Instructor Michael Lee, Superintendent Dennis Kimzey and FFA President Caleb Hughes addressed a good size crowd that had gathered in the newly constructed barn, farm, lab and classroom space, located on the school grounds.

    Golden City holds ribbon cutting for new ag area

    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratGOLDEN CITY- Ever since Michael Lee came to Golden City High...

    Golden City holds ribbon cutting for new ag area
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratGOLDEN CITY- Ever since Michael Lee came to Golden City High...
    April Tigers of the Month at East Primary are fourth row, left to right, Jep Chairez, Rhiannon Townsend, Addyson Schrader, Kinzley Coy, Linus Rea, Daylan Hagy; third row, left to right, Bryce Chedester, Agnes Howell, Bryer Coy, Scarlett Allen, Malachi Martin, D.J. Walters, Rayge Bledsoe, Claire Copenhaver, Vance Stewart; second row, left to right, Kaysen Eaves, Christian McManis, Gunnar Thornton, George Runion, Amareigh Rodney and first row, left to right, Abel Youngblood, Rosemary VanGilder, Zoey Hare, Gus Carbone, Elijah Schlaybach and Brooks Beckwith.

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    Columns
    Tails of A Funny Farmer
    May 14, 2026
    By NADINE PATTISONNot much to report over here at the Funny Farm except our beloved goat Martha has made an almost 85 percent recovery, thanks to...
    The confession of the Apostle Thomas
    May 14, 2026
    By REV. GALEN FRIEDRICHSGrace Lutheran Church (May 2026)The confession of the Apostle Thomas is paramount in the church’s understanding of the person and work of our...
    Printed Paper Online
    May 13, 2026

    Government
    Property transfers
    May 11, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed May 4, 2026. Brian Louis Natalini, Brian L Natalini, Susan Louise Natalini and Susan L Natalini to Brian L Natalini Co-Trustee, Susan L Natalini...
    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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    Legals
    2026: 5-20,27,6-3,10 Goggin Service by Publication
    May 13, 2026
    IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI JUVENILE DIVISION In the Matter of: K. L. G. dob: 04/19/2026 Case No. 26B4-JU00008 NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY...
    2026: 5-27,6-3,10,17 Brooks Trustee's Sale
    May 13, 2026
    TRUSTEE’S SALEIN RE: Jeff A Brooks and Kathy D Brooks, husband and wife Trustee’s Sale:For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust...
    2026 LEGAL 5-20 & 27 BC Commission Herbicide-3x5
    May 11, 2026
    News
    August election candidate forum set for June 22
    May 14, 2026
    The Barton County Republicans will host an August Election Candidate Forum and a State Individual Income Tax Discussion on Monday, June 22, at 6 p.m., in the Thiebaud...
    Community Betterment addresses full agenda
    May 13, 2026
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratThe Wednesday, May 13 meeting of the Barton County Community Betterment was opened by President Elaine Davis at 12 noon. The meeting is held...
    The Lamar Police Department and Missouri Department of Conservation recently held their Fish With A Cop for Lamar sixth grade students. The event is held at Wheeler Park and the weather couldn’t have any better. Following a time for the students to try their hand at fishing, the Department of Conservation furnished a fried fish meal with all the fixins. Popular “Fish With a Cop” held for Lamar sixth graders
    May 13, 2026
    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
    The Lamar Police Department and Missouri Department of Conservation recently held their Fish With A Cop for Lamar sixth grade students. The event is held at Wheeler Park and the weather couldn’t have any better. Following a time for the students to try their hand at fishing, the Department of Conservation furnished a fried fish meal with all the fixins. Popular “Fish With a Cop” held for Lamar sixth graders
    May 13, 2026
    Sousa named to SNHU President's List
    May 13, 2026
    MANCHESTER, NH- Jorden Sousa of Lamar, Mo. has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s (SNHU) Spring 2026 President's List. The spring terms run from January to...
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Prior to the ribbon cutting at the Golden City R-3 School barn, Ag Instructor Michael Lee, Superintendent Dennis Kimzey and FFA President Caleb Hughes addressed a good size crowd that had gathered in the newly constructed barn, farm, lab and classroom space, located on the school grounds. Golden City holds ribbon cutting for new ag area
    May 12, 2026
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratGOLDEN CITY- Ever since Michael Lee came to Golden City High School as ag teacher, he had envisioned the existence...
    Social
    Barton County Senior Center Lunch Menu
    May 13, 2026
    May 18-22MONDAY- German meatballs with sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, green beans with onions, baked apples with cinnamon, whole grain roll, coffee/tea/milk.TUESDAY- Sweet...
    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...
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    Sports
    Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow
Lamar's Rowdy Davison reaches base safely in a close play at first base during tournament action Saturday. The Lamar City Park was busy with multiple age groups occupying nearly every field during the large tournament. Davison and his teammates won the 10 and under championship. Lamar has great showing at Sandlot Baseball tournament
    May 14, 2026
    New coach brings fresh energy to Missouri State Bears football
    May 12, 2026
    By DEBRA PROBERTMSU Class of 1979There’s a different feeling around Missouri State Football this year and anyone paying attention can sense it. New...
    The Lamar Middle School has earned the title of being back-to-back Big 8 Conference Softball Champions for 2025-2026. The team finished the season with a record of 14-1, while outscoring their opponents 146-19. They rounded out their back-to-back conference championship run by adding this win to both volleyball and basketball. Pictured, back row, left to right, Coach Jeff Steinkamp, Mya Castle, Harpor Steinkamp, Taylor Caruthers, Haydn Steinkamp, Sophia Parker, Zoey Timmons and Coach Amie Cook; middle row, left to right, Rylee VanGilder, Riley Gordon, Aynslie White, Kaylee Wilson; front row, left to right, Karma Carter and Harley Markus. Not pictured is Hadlee Combs. LMS earns back-to-back Big 8 softball championships
    May 12, 2026
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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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