Lamar Democrat

October 12, 2026

By CARRIE CLASSON“The Same and Different”Traveling to San Miguel is always a little tumultuous.My husband Peter and I spend a part of every fall...

My back porch and a gift from nature.

Seventy-nine years ago today

October 12, 2026

By LARRY DABLEMONTThis Sunday morning I am sitting on my back porch watching the birds and squirrels around the feeders. It is so dry that the...

Printed Paper Online

October 14, 2026

What matters most

October 9, 2026

By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchThe summer quickly moves before our eyes and we approach the fall season. Schools open for the...

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...

Barton County Shrine Club

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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

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
The Lamar Homecoming parade was held prior to a pep rally for the Lamar Tiger football team that was held in the bandstand on the Barton County Courthouse lawn. The homecoming parade was held Friday afternoon, Oct. 9, prior to the Tiger’s victory against Mt. Vernon that evening. Out of the four classes, the float by the freshman class from Lamar High School was the winner.

Freshman class wins homecoming parade

October 12, 2026

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
CoxHealth Family YMCA offered a sneak peak of their new facility on Saturday, Oct. 10, at 1705 Gulf St., in Lamar. The open house was held from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Cookies and drink were offered, along with guided tours of the facility. Much progress has been made by Jarod Gardner and Gardner Construction in a short amount of time. Several loyal volunteers were on hand to help in any way they could. Chances were also taken on a deluxe outdoor grill that had been donated by Leisure Products. The open house was a means to let the public know what was being accomplished to date. There were several that took advantage to view the progress that had been made.

New YMCA facility holds open house

October 12, 2026

Photo by Terry Redman
Lamar Homecoming King Terren Williams, son of David and Johnna Williams and Ana Ngugi, daughter of Tabitha Ngugi.

Lamar homecoming royalty crowned

October 12, 2026

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

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...

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
The Lamar Homecoming parade was held prior to a pep rally for the Lamar Tiger football team that was held in the bandstand on the Barton County Courthouse lawn. The homecoming parade was held Friday afternoon, Oct. 9, prior to the Tiger’s victory against Mt. Vernon that evening. Out of the four classes, the float by the freshman class from Lamar High School was the winner.

Freshman class wins homecoming parade

October 12, 2026

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

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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Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
The Lamar Homecoming parade was held prior to a pep rally for the Lamar Tiger football team that was held in the bandstand on the Barton County Courthouse lawn. The homecoming parade was held Friday afternoon, Oct. 9, prior to the Tiger’s victory against Mt. Vernon that evening. Out of the four classes, the float by the freshman class from Lamar High School was the winner.

Freshman class wins homecoming parade

October 12, 2026

Photo by Terry Redman
Lamar Homecoming King Terren Williams, son of David and Johnna Williams and Ana Ngugi, daughter of Tabitha Ngugi.

Lamar homecoming royalty crowned

October 12, 2026

Photos by Terry Redman
Lamar Tiger No. 32 junior running back Colt Clements is upended after picking up good yardage in the Tigers 38-13 homecoming victory over Mt. Vernon. The Tigers improved to 7-0 overall and 6-0 in the Big 8 conference. The Tigers will host Nevada on Friday evening in the battle for Oscar in the Silver Tiger game.

Tigers improve to 7-0 with victory over Mt. Vernon

October 12, 2026

Terry Redman's Pictures

Photo by Terry Redman
Lamar Homecoming King Terren Williams, son of David and Johnna Williams and Ana Ngugi, daughter of Tabitha Ngugi.

Lamar homecoming royalty crowned

October 12, 2026

Photos by Terry Redman
Lamar Tiger No. 32 junior running back Colt Clements is upended after picking up good yardage in the Tigers 38-13 homecoming victory over Mt. Vernon. The Tigers improved to 7-0 overall and 6-0 in the Big 8 conference. The Tigers will host Nevada on Friday evening in the battle for Oscar in the Silver Tiger game.

Tigers improve to 7-0 with victory over Mt. Vernon

October 12, 2026

Lamar Tigers move to 6-0 in conference play

October 5, 2026

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