Lamar Democrat Online

September 28, 2026

By LARRY DABLEMONTA few years back I bought a good-sized place in rural St. Clair County with a big house and two cabins on it, intending to make a...

September 28, 2026

By CARRIE CLASSON“In the Library”Sometimes I have to give myself a talking-to.I got back from my whirlwind library tour and had a lot to do. I...

Printed Paper Online

September 30, 2026

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,...

Property transfers

September 21, 2026

Warranty Deed, filed September 15, 2026. Brenden Don Crockett and Shelby Lynn Crockett to Brian Leman and Kristen Leman, STR 17-31-29 /S/NW.Warranty Deed, filed September...

Barton County Shrine Club

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September 24, 2026

2026: 9-30,10-7,14,21 Letters of Admin Granted

September 22, 2026

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISIONIn the Estate of: DARRELL HANS JEPSON,,Deceased.Estate Number: 26B4-PR00044NOTICE OF LETTERS OF...

2026: 9-30,10-7,14,21 -D- Cattle and Grain Trustee's Sale

September 21, 2026

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALEFor default in the payment of the debt and to satisfy the debt and costs secured by the deed of trust executed by -D- CATTLE AND GRAIN, LLC, a...

Several of those involved with the quilting/project at Full Gospel Tabernacle hold up their colorful Prayer Blankets that will be donated to Katie’s House, as well as area hospitals and nursing homes.

Blanket ministry continues to thrive

September 28, 2026

God’s Little Angels, the sewing group from Full Gospel Tabernacle, have been busy making blankets to be donated to Katie’s House, as well as area...

Letter to editor

September 28, 2026

Dear Editor:Hello class of 1974 - and other old friends. I will visit Lamar (again) from October 6 to 13. It would be so nice to see some of you! My telephone number during...

Winners for in the 0-3 Month division were Peter Jungmann, first; Evelynn Schnittger, second and Amaiah Luteka, third.

Liberal Prairie Days Baby Olympic results

September 28, 2026

LIBERAL- The Liberal Prairie Days Baby Olympics looked a little different this year. The babies in each age group competed in different tasks such...

ANNETTE LYNN SHERIFF

September 28, 2026

Annette Lynn Sheriff, age 49, of El Dorado Springs, Missouri, passed away at her home on September 18, 2026.Annette was born on July 21, 1977, in...

HAROLD GLEN SIMMONS

September 17, 2026

Harold Glen Simmons, age 88, of Greenfield, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on September 12, 2026.Harold was born May 3, 1938, in...

The people who keep our schools shining

September 23, 2026

By BRIAN GILLISLamar R-I Superintendent A public school has a lot of moving parts. Every day, countless things happen behind the scenes to make...

Elsie Blanchard is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. She loves to read and participates in swimming and archery. She is most proud of reading five million words last year. She once hated reading but now she loves it. Elsie looks up to her big sister Ava because she wants to be just like her. Her favorite food is fruit and she hopes to keep getting good grades this year.

Students of the week

September 18, 2026

Lamar Career & Technical Center Ag instructors Caleb Russell and Caitlyn Brummett, along with ag students, spoke to the board regarding the various agricultural programs offered through the school. Brystol Dillon recited the FFA Creed, which is a necessity to belong to the FFA.

MAP and EOC results yield reason to celebrate

September 18, 2026

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratThe September 16 meeting of the Lamar R-1 School District was opened by Board President Dr. Justin Ogden. Caleb...

Several of those involved with the quilting/project at Full Gospel Tabernacle hold up their colorful Prayer Blankets that will be donated to Katie’s House, as well as area hospitals and nursing homes.

Blanket ministry continues to thrive

September 28, 2026

God’s Little Angels, the sewing group from Full Gospel Tabernacle, have been busy making blankets to be donated to Katie’s House, as well as area...

Full Gospel to have pancake feed

September 28, 2026

The Full Gospel Tabernacle will hold a pancake feed on Saturday, Oct. 10, 7 a.m.to 2 p.m. The church is located at 1601 in Lamar. The pastor is Jack Winningham.A full...

Marriage license application

September 28, 2026

The following have filed a marriage application with the Barton County Recorder’s office:Ethan Henry Taffner, 30, Lamar and Mallory Ann Gazaway, 25, Liberal.

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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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Lockwood's Sean Contreras picks up a big gain down the sideline compliments of an excellent block from Roper Gray (on the ground after hitting an Archie defender). The Tigers avenged a season ending loss last year to the Whirlwinds by handing them a 79-40 loss in Week 2. Clay Lasater's team was 4-0 heading into Friday's contest at Lincoln.

Lockwood Tigers off to great start

September 25, 2026

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Lamar's Sadie Bull serves in a singles match against an opponent from New Heights last week during a contest in Joplin. The Lady Tigers have been working hard as they head down the backstretch of their regular season.

Lady Tiger Tennis team works hard

September 24, 2026

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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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Lamar senior No. 6 Terren Williams puts pressure on the Patriots quarterback in action in Lamar. The Tigers started slow but were able to get going late in the first quarter to run away with a 52-0 victory.

Lamar Tigers run away with 52-0 victory

September 22, 2026

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