By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratFollowing the opening of the August 17 Lamar City Council meeting by Mayor Mike Hull, a public hearing was held to set the Annual City...

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...

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...

The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to encourage parents to include conversations about safety when preparing their students for the 2026-27 school year. It’s also...

MOUNT VERNON- High cattle prices present a challenge for beef producers. The same heifers needed to rebuild cow herds also bring premium prices through the sale barn.“When...

SPRINGFIELD- Cross Trail Outfitters of Missouri (CTO MO) is excited to announce that renowned professional angler and outdoor TV personality Jimmy...

STOCKTON- “Retaining ownership of calves after weaning can add value, increase income and support the long-term sustainability of your cattle operation,” says MU Extension...

GALENA, Kan.- Due to the unexpected closure of Granny Shaffer’s Restaurant in July, the promoter of the Route 66 Coin, Gold and Silver Show needed a new location for the...

By MICAH DOUBLEDEEUniversity Agronomy SpecialistWeather Station: According to the Lamar Weather Station, the temperature reached a low of 76.2°F and a high of 97.6°F. Lamar...

The 69th Annual Rotary Club of Lamar’s Fair Pageant was held Saturday, Aug. 8, at Thiebaud Auditorium in Lamar. The Princess and Preteen contests...

For many cattle producers, a single decision this fall could shape the future of their operation: whether to sell valuable heifers for immediate income or retain them to...

SPRINGFIELD- Cross Trail Outfitters of Missouri (CTO MO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Johnson as its new state director, following a unanimous vote by the...

Local and rural residents seeking high-quality mental and behavioral health support will soon have access to one of the region’s most accomplished...

The Barton County 4-H youth were invited to provide a program for the ‘Young At Heart’ group at the Lamar First Baptist Church. The July monthly...