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    Fellowship 

    By JEN KIRBYThis week I wanted to share an article out of the vault from last November....

    Fellowship 
    By JEN KIRBYThis week I wanted to share an article out of the vault from last November....

    Schmidgall participates in Lamar Fair broiler show

    My name is Elliot Schmidgall and I am 10-years old. I am a member of the Make-It-Happen 4-H Club....

    Schmidgall participates in Lamar Fair broiler show
    My name is Elliot Schmidgall and I am 10-years old. I am a member of the Make-It-Happen 4-H Club....
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
A good size group of citizens enjoyed Coffee With a Cop, held Thursday, Oct. 8, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., at Highland Brew in Lamar. Lamar Police Chief Shannon Crouch answered several questions ranging anywhere from traffic laws to concerns about the city. Captain Toby Luce and Barton County Sheriff John Simpson, along with Lamar City Alderman Jeff Dimond, were also on hand.

    Coffee With a Cop draws many area citizens

    Coffee With a Cop draws many area citizens
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Sober As a Judge held a benefit concert on Saturday, Oct.3, at the Barton County Memorial Park. Money raised went to finishing the Famous Missouri Veteran’s monument in the south part of the park.

    Sober As a Judge performs benefit concert

    By JOE DAVISBarton County Memorial ParkMother Nature cooperated this time as Sober as a Judge...

    Sober As a Judge performs benefit concert
    By JOE DAVISBarton County Memorial ParkMother Nature cooperated this time as Sober as a Judge...
    Lamar Police Chief Shannon Crouch honored Toby Luce on Tuesday, Oct. 6, during a ceremony held at the Lamar Police Department. Chief Crouch told Luce told he would be going home a lieutenant, but he would return to work in the morning (Wednesday, Oct. 7), as captain. Also speaking on Luce’s behalf was Lamar Mayor Mike Hull. Captain Luce began his career in law enforcement as a reserve officer in 1991, being hired by then Chief Ron Hager. Over the years he has served with both the Barton County Sheriff’s Department, as well as the Lamar Police Department and has also served as a canine handler during that time. Present for the event were many members of the community, along with his family, wife Sherri and son Brady and wife Katelyn, along with Luce’s precocious and only grandson, Colton. Cake by Honey Pot, along with various drinks were served to those attending.

    Luce promoted to captain at Lamar Police Depart...

    Luce promoted to captain at Lamar Police Depart...
    Sadie Bull was crowned as the 2026 Black Walnut Queen on Saturday, 26, in Stockton. She was crowned queen by 2025 Black Walnut Queen Brenna Morey, also of Lamar. Sadie is the daughter of Kevin and Sadie Bull and is currently a junior at Lamar High School. She also holds the title of Miss Kansas City’s International Teen.

    Bull crowned 2026 Black Walnut Festival Queen

    The 66th Annual Black Walnut Festival was held Sept. 24-26 in Stockton. Three days of activities...

    Bull crowned 2026 Black Walnut Festival Queen
    The 66th Annual Black Walnut Festival was held Sept. 24-26 in Stockton. Three days of activities...
    Barton County Presiding Commissioner David Johnson is pictured with and Chad Williams, director of the Barton County Ambulance District.

    Barton County Commission awards opioid response...

    LAMAR- The Barton County Commission has announced the awarding of 24 opioid response kits to...

    Barton County Commission awards opioid response...
    LAMAR- The Barton County Commission has announced the awarding of 24 opioid response kits to...
    Jasper football homecoming was held Friday evening, Oct. 2. The Jasper Eagles took on the Greenfield Wildcats. Seniors Lexie Goodwin and Will Ritchhart were crowned homecoming royalty. Pictured are, back row, left to right, Easton Pettibon, Keilin Greene, Craig Zuber, Austyn Moss, King - Will Ritchhart, Wyatt Helms and Erick Lira-Muno; front row, left to right, Lacey Adams, Hope Sheldon, Carli Frye, Karlan Zaerr, Queen - Lexie Goodwin, Aubrey Joyce and Brenlly Roberts.

    Jasper homecoming royalty crowned

    Jasper homecoming royalty crowned
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    Columns
    Fellowship 
    October 8, 2026
    By JEN KIRBYThis week I wanted to share an article out of the vault from last November. Fellowship. What do you think of when you hear that word?...
    The Postscript
    October 5, 2026
    By CARRIE CLASSON “A Letter in the Mail”We had a family reunion this past week.My mother and uncle were the only representatives from the older...
    Printed Paper Online
    October 7, 2026

    Government
    Property transfers
    October 5, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed September 29, 2026. Sure Home Buyers LLC to Larry K Smith and Kylin A Smith, Lt 26 Bl 2 J T Browns 2nd Add to Lamar (B2).Warranty Deed, filed September...
    Property transfers
    September 28, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed September 22, 2026. David Andrew Byler and Lucy Mae Byler to Brice Fairchild and Catherine Bond, STR 27-33-31 /SE/NE.Warranty Deed, filed September 23,...
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    Legals
    2026: 10-14,21 Conner Filing of Small Estate Affidavit
    October 8, 2026
    IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURIPROBATE DIVISIONIn the Estate of MABLE E. CONNERS, Deceased. Estate No. 26B4-PR00053NOTICE OF FILING OF AFFIDAVIT IN AN...
    2026 LEGAL 10-14 & 21 Lamar R1 Hay-2x2
    October 8, 2026
    2026 LEGAL 10-14 Roby Tech Serv-3x2.5
    October 6, 2026
    News
    Fifth grade Tigers top Mt. Vernon
    October 8, 2026
    Mt. Vernon took the opening kickoff Saturday morning at Thomas M.O’Sullivan stadium and on the first play from scrimmage Kaydon Hietala got a big stop in the backfield. Mt....
    Schmidgall participates in Lamar Fair broiler show
    October 8, 2026
    My name is Elliot Schmidgall and I am 10-years old. I am a member of the Make-It-Happen 4-H Club. This year I was able to participate in the...
    Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
A good size group of citizens enjoyed Coffee With a Cop, held Thursday, Oct. 8, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., at Highland Brew in Lamar. Lamar Police Chief Shannon Crouch answered several questions ranging anywhere from traffic laws to concerns about the city. Captain Toby Luce and Barton County Sheriff John Simpson, along with Lamar City Alderman Jeff Dimond, were also on hand. Coffee With a Cop draws many area citizens
    October 8, 2026
    Obituaries
    DONALD “LEE” WALKER
    October 7, 2026
    Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. on October 9, at the Liberal City Cemetery for Donald “Lee” Walker.www.konantzwarden.com
    MARY EARY
    October 5, 2026
    Mary Eary, 86, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2026. She was born October 9, 1939 to Carl and Affie Smith in Grand Island, Nebraska.After...
    SHIRLEY ANN DINGMAN
    September 29, 2026
    Shirley Ann Dingman, 71, of Liberal, Missouri, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at her home on Sunday, September 27, 2026.Shirley...
    Schools
    Jasper football homecoming was held Friday evening, Oct. 2. The Jasper Eagles took on the Greenfield Wildcats. Seniors Lexie Goodwin and Will Ritchhart were crowned homecoming royalty. Pictured are, back row, left to right, Easton Pettibon, Keilin Greene, Craig Zuber, Austyn Moss, King - Will Ritchhart, Wyatt Helms and Erick Lira-Muno; front row, left to right, Lacey Adams, Hope Sheldon, Carli Frye, Karlan Zaerr, Queen - Lexie Goodwin, Aubrey Joyce and Brenlly Roberts. Jasper homecoming royalty crowned
    October 5, 2026
    Thor Combs is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. His favorite subject in school is Social Studies and he hopes to get all A’s. He participates football, basketball, baseball and archery and he said he looks up to Mr. Castle because he is funny. Thor’s favorite restaurant is Chic Fil A and he hates Oreos. Something he is most proud of is getting named as Student of the Week. Students of the week
    October 2, 2026
    Mia Wolf is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Her favorite subject is Social Studies and she also plays volleyball. She is proud to be getting all A’s every year. She looks up to her mom because she is a hard worker and her favorite restaurant is Texas Roadhouse. Something one might not know is that she swam with dolphins. Students of the week
    October 1, 2026
    Social
    Barton County Senior Center Lunch Menu
    October 7, 2026
    October 12-16MONDAY- Cheeseburger on a wheat bun with lettuce, tomatoes, onion and pickle, sweet potato fries, cold pea salad, apple salad, coffee/tea/milk.TUESDAY-...
    Marriage license applications
    October 5, 2026
    The following have filed a marriage license application with the Barton County Recorder's office:Conner James Ramaker, 20, Farmington, Ark. and Brecklyn Nicol Howard, 21,...
    The Top 3 trophy winners at Lamar Cruise Night’s Caffeine and Chrome held Friday evening, Oct. 2, on the Lamar square, were left to right, Larry Raulston, Debbie Friend, Gene Collier. Lamar Cruise Night finishes season
    October 5, 2026
    Lamar Cruise Night’s final show of 2026 was held Friday evening. Oct.2, on the Lamar square. It was a beautiful evening to enjoy the wide variety...
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    Sports
    Fifth grade Tigers top Mt. Vernon
    October 8, 2026
    Mt. Vernon took the opening kickoff Saturday morning at Thomas M.O’Sullivan stadium and on the first play from scrimmage Kaydon Hietala got a big stop in the backfield. Mt....
    Jasper football homecoming was held Friday evening, Oct. 2. The Jasper Eagles took on the Greenfield Wildcats. Seniors Lexie Goodwin and Will Ritchhart were crowned homecoming royalty. Pictured are, back row, left to right, Easton Pettibon, Keilin Greene, Craig Zuber, Austyn Moss, King - Will Ritchhart, Wyatt Helms and Erick Lira-Muno; front row, left to right, Lacey Adams, Hope Sheldon, Carli Frye, Karlan Zaerr, Queen - Lexie Goodwin, Aubrey Joyce and Brenlly Roberts. Jasper homecoming royalty crowned
    October 5, 2026
    Lamar Tigers move to 6-0 in conference play
    October 5, 2026
    Terry Redman's Pictures
    Lamar Tigers move to 6-0 in conference play
    October 5, 2026
    Photo by Terry Redman
Junior running back No. 22 Jaydin Moore takes the ball up the field for a long gain in the Tigers non-conference game against Christ Prep. The Tigers will travel to Cassville on Friday evening in a battle of undefeated teams, with the winner in good position to win the conference championship. Lamar Tigers improve to 5-0 on season
    September 28, 2026

     

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