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Metzger’s Mutterings

August 25, 2026

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratI didn’t think I’d see son Jud and family until the fair; however, it worked out that my daughter-in-law Meghan and...

My pet squirrel not long ago was named Squirly Girl and she lived in this minnow bucket on my screened-in back porch. Another one made a home out of a bird-house on a big oak next to my office.

Squirrels… Part 2

August 24, 2026

By LARRY DABLEMONTWhen I was a boy we had a fellow back home in the hills that had two big teeth that stuck out in front. His big front teeth...

Printed Paper Online

August 26, 2026

Property transfers

August 24, 2026

Warranty Deed, filed August 19, 2026. Earl D Martin and Janie L Martin to Landon Eggerman and Erin Eggerman, STR 2-31-29 W/NW/NW.Warranty Deed, filed August 19, 2026. Earl...

Property transfers

August 17, 2026

Warranty Deed, filed August 10, 2026. Van Dorn Rentals LLC to Theresa Hewitt and Jeffrey Hewitt, Lt 1 Bl 1 Scotts Sub (Lamar) (B1-2).Warranty Deed, filed August 11, 2026....

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Barton County Shrine Club

2026 LEGAL 8-26 Newport Township-2x1

August 20, 2026

2026: 8-26,9-2,9,16 Doyle Final Settlement

August 18, 2026

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURIPROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of:MARSHA ANN DOYLE,Estate No. 26B4-PR00004Deceased.NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENTAND...

2026 LEGAL 8-19 Lamar Permit-3x3

August 14, 2026

This is just one of many pictures taken during the Lamar Free Fair by James Epple Photography. Anyone wishing to send us a picture they took during the fair can do so to info@lamardemocrat.com or melodymetzger@lamardemocrat.com. Please make sure they are a jpg.

Fair photos welcomed

August 26, 2026

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratIn the past few years I have been extremely fortunate to have “helpers” in the community, who assist me in taking...

Sire selection and breeding management for heifer development

August 26, 2026

“Successful heifer development is key to rebuilding the cattle herd,” says Patrick Davis, MU Extension livestock field specialist. A previous article covered heifer...

Heifer selection and health management strategies

August 25, 2026

“Heifer development is critical as cattle producers rebuild their herds,” says Patrick Davis, MU Extension livestock field specialist. Successful development starts with...

GLORIA JUNE SMITH

August 26, 2026

Gloria June Glunt (McKinney, Libeer, Smith) June 10, 1930 – August 20, 2026.Born June 10, 1930 in Wichita, Kansas to Victor Hugo and Manta Jane...

August 24, 2026

Private services will be held for Fernyssa Mae Swank, 84, Liberal, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026.www.konantzwarden.com.

SHARON JOYCE MEIN

August 21, 2026

On Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026, Sharon Joyce Mein of Golden City, MO passed away in the care of her loving family. She was born in Syracuse, MO to...

Reed named to MSU’s summer 2026 dean's list

August 25, 2026

SPRINGFIELD- Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean's list. For undergraduate students, criteria include...

During the August 17 meeting of the Lamar R-1 School Board, instructor Brandon Castle and one of his students gave a presentation on this year’s summer school’s Compass Academy Network program. Both answered questions posed to them by the board.

SRO Ryan West brings experience to the R-1 School District

August 19, 2026

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA Tax Rate Hearing was held by the Lamar R-1 School Board at 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 17, followed by their regular...

During the August 17 meeting of the Lamar R-1 School Board, instructor Brandon Castle gave a presentation on this summer school’s Compass Academy Network program. One of his students joined him as both answered questions posed to them by the board.

SRO Ryan West comes to the school with experience

August 19, 2026

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA Tax Rate Hearing was held by the Lamar R-1 School Board at 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 17, followed by their regular...

Marriage license applications

August 24, 2026

The following have filed a marriage license application with the Barton County Recorder’s office:Joshua James Huff, 45, Bates City and Scotty Ann Wagner, 43, Sheldon.Donald...

Liberal Prairie Days to feature Baby Olympics

August 21, 2026

LIBERAL- This year, Liberal Prairie Days will feature Baby Olympics, to be held Saturday, Sept. 19, 11 a.m., at the Liberal Christian Church, 113 E. Yale St. Registration...

Christmas in September set for September 4

August 21, 2026

Lamar Cruise Night will hold its Fall Fling/Christmas in September on Friday, Sept. 4, 5 p.m., on the Lamar square. Top 3 Trophies will be awarded, as well as a fall basket...

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Lockwood's Roper Gray pitches the ball to Sean Contreras as a Jasper tackler pursues him during last week's jamboree.

Local teams excel in Jamboree

August 24, 2026

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