Golden Harvest Days 2024 draws large crowds

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Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger Golden Harvest Days 2024, “Cowboy Boots ‘N’ Country Roots” was celebrated Friday and Saturday, July 13 and 19. A Tractor-Rama was scheduled for Saturday, July 13; unfortunately it was rained out and has been rescheduled for September 14. During the two days of the festival, not only did Mother Nature grace those attending with beautiful weather, but an abundance of entertainment that drew large crowds and fun and contents that were held for all to enjoy. Kids games were offered each evening, with many vendors set up, as well as with food trucks and the ever popular Golden City Fire Department’s offering of nachos, hot dogs and homemade ice cream. More information on the various events held throughout the event, along with pictures, will be featured in upcoming Democrats.


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Krystal Roby, a math instructor at Lamar High School, was recently recognized by Arvest Bank’s We Love Teachers” campaign. Thanks to this award, Roby will be able to add even more real-life projects to her life skills math class. Arvest Bank is proud to recognize Mrs. Roby, as her hard work makes a difference to students every day. Pictured are, left to right, Arvest Bank’s Regional Branch Sales Manager Caleb Tidball, Lamar High School Principal Jennifer Beem, Roby and Arvest Bank Commercial Banker Matt Brown.
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Photo by Barton County Chamber of Commerce/Kristy Robertson It was a warm but pleasant day as many took the opportunity to visit the Wyatt Earp FallFest that was held at the Wyatt Earp Park on the northeast side of the Lamar square on Saturday, Oct. 5. Festivities continued throughout the day including vendors, food trucks, wild west reenactments, western music, a baby and toddler show and dog show, along with a lip sync showdown and a speech by Wyatt Earp himself. The day was deemed a success with many already looking forward to next year. The event is put on by the Barton County Chamber of Commerce with much help from the community.
Many enjoy festivities at Wyatt Earp FallFest
Barton County Presiding Commissioner David Johnson addressed those at the Barton County Missouri Republicans meeting held September 24.
Barton County Missouri Republicans meet
Photo by Barton County Chamber of Commerce/Kristy RobertsonA Lip Sync Showdown was held during the Wyatt Earp FallFest held Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Wyatt Earp Park. Contestants pictured, left to right, are Kit Kolt as Gene Autry with Back in the Saddle Again; Lindsy Vails as Christina Aguilera with Genie in a Bottle; Zoe Love with Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody and Brad Potter with T.N.T. from AC/DC.
Lip Sync Showdown featured at Wyatt Earp FallFest
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Photo by Barton County Chamber of Commerce/Kristy Robertson The winner in the small division of the Wyatt Earp FallFest Dog Show held Saturday, Oct. 5, was Tilly, owned by Leisa Blanchard, Lamar.
Wyatt Earp FallFest Dog Show winners
Photo by Barton County Chamber of Commerce/Kristy Robertson Winners in the Wyatt Earp FallFest Baby Show category of 0-6 months girls were Remington Roskamp, second place, three month old daughter of Philip and Natalie Roskamp, Lamar and Deliba Underwood, first place, four month old daughter of Dallas and Megan Underwood, Lamar.
Wyatt Earp FallFest Baby and Toddler Show winners
Alexis Remillard, daughter of David Remillard, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Her favorite subject is Math. Alexis likes playing her instrument in Band. She loves animals and likes to draw and color.
Students of the week
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