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Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
The Barton County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Cottage Path Quilting, located at 208 W. 12th St., Suites 5 and 6, in Lamar. Cottage Path Quilting is a Longarm quilting service located in Lamar that offers digital Edge-2-Edge quilting. Binding services are available, as well as custom start to finish quilts including T-shirt or memory quilts. They serve local quilters, as well as mail-in quilts. Be sure to watch for additional information regarding classes and services that they offer. For more information visit the Cottage Path Quilting facebook page, go to cottagepathquilting.com or call 417-214-5492.

Chamber holds ribbon cutting at Cottage Path Quilting

Tina VanKirk was named 2025-2026 District Classified Staff Member of the Year for the Lamar R-1 School District. Pictured are, left to right, West Elementary Principal Carlie Brown, Executive Director of Special Services Piper Stewart, VanKirk and Lamar R-1 School Superintendent Brian Gillis.

VanKirk recognized by Lamar R-1 School

Lamar R-1 School Superintendent Brian Gillis has announced that Tina VanKirk has been named 2025-2026 District Classified Staff Member of the Year....

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Lamar City Clerk Felicia Costley swore in the newly elected officials for two year terms. Pictured are, left to right, Rocky McCullough, Ward One; Jeff Dimond, Ward Two; Logan Powell, Ward Three and Colton Higgins, Ward Four.

SB40 Board grants Park Board money for playground equipment

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratThe Lamar City Council met for two sessions Monday evening, April 20; with the first one including outgoing aldermen...

Arrest made by Lamar PD following joint investigation

The Lamar Police Department arrested Brandon J. Pruente, 36, Aurora, on Friday, April 17, on charges of Sodomy/Attempted Sodomy in the First Degree.The arrested followed...

Truman Day to feature patriotic parade

Barton Mutual Insurance Company is sponsoring the first Truman Day Patriotic Parade, to be held in conjunction with the Barton County Chamber of Commerce’s Truman Day. This...

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Pictured are those instrumental in procuring the local YMCA, as well as the advisory board that guided them along the way and representatives of CoxHealth. Following a presentation of $175,000, it was announced that the name of the YMCA would be CoxHealth Family YMCA. Left to right are, advisory board members Susan Ray and Pam Maberry; Dr. Joseph Wilson; advisory board member Elizabeth Davis; Andrea McKay – president of Cox Barton County Hospital; Susan Roland; Jonathan Roberts; Kyle Brown, vice-president of Marketing and Communications at CoxHealth; advisory board members Lisa Banks and Christy Heins; Rosie Hubbard, administrative director of nursing at Cox Barton; advisory board members Joel Dermott and Eric England and Kyley Metcalf, clinic manager Medical One Clinic.

Dream becomes reality with groundbreaking at new YMCA

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA longtime dream for many in the community came to fruition at 12 noon on Thursday, April 16, as the Barton County...

Missouri 4-H honors volunteers who prepare youth for the future

COLUMBIA, Mo.- Missouri 4-H recognizes the dedication of more than 5,800 volunteers who invest time and energy to mentor and guide young people.Thanks to their commitment,...

Vision Solutions to host 14th Annual Frame Extravaganza

LAMAR- Eye care provider Vision Solutions is excited to invite the community to its 14th Annual Frame Extravaganza on Thursday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its Lamar...

Lamar Coin and Collector Show to be held on Truman Day

LAMAR- The Lamar Coin and Collectors Show returns to the Thiebaud Auditorium, 105 E. 11th Street, on Saturday, May 2, to celebrate Truman Day and the Semiquincentennial of...

CoxHealth partners with Lamar Family YMCA

CoxHealth marked a major milestone for community health on Thursday, April 16, by announcing a transformational partnership with the Lamar Family YMCA during a...

Photo by Barton County Chamber of Commerce/Kristy Robertson
A ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration was held at 12 noon on Friday, April 17, as the Barton County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Bumper to Bumper to their new location at 902 W. 12th St., in Lamar. A table full of snacks and swag was offered to those attending the celebration. They welcome you to stop by their new location to check them out. They are open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12 noon.

Ribbon cutting held at new Bumper to Bumper location

Willie Graham Memorial Car Show set for May 2

Lamar Cruise Night wasn’t very lucky as they tried three times to hold their April “Cars and Trucks Unite” event. The show, originally scheduled for April 3, was moved to...

OATS Transit is currently offering regular transportation services to rural residents of any age. To schedule a ride or to inquire about services available in the area call...

Thank you to the Liberal fourth grade students for doing an outstanding job on Making Healthy Choices.

Liberal students learn to make healthy choices

LIBERAL- Fourteen fourth graders at Liberal Elementary School recently participated in making heathy food choices and learning about food...

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Lamar Family YMCA held a ground breaking and ribbon cutting celebration at their new facility, located at 1705 Gulf St. in Lamar. This was a true celebration with several in attendance, representing various aspects of the community and surrounding towns. The event was held at 12 noon on Thursday, April 16. Following the ceremony, refreshments were offered and tours were given of the facility. A very generous donation ensured that the name of the facility would be Cox Health Family YMCA. An in-depth article can be found in the April 29 edition of the Lamar Democrat.

YMCA receives generous donation from CoxHealth

Barton County Shrine Club

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