The American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Monday, June 1, 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, 1301 E. 6th St., Lamar.Come to give blood on this day...

By JOE DAVISBarton County Historical SocietyI have a real love-hate relationship when it comes to writing these articles. I love when I get the...

By ELAINE DAVIS4-H Program Youth AssociateCommunity Safety Net “Rural Safety” Smart Choices for Life was held April 30, in Liberal Elementary...

COLUMBIA, Mo.- The State Historical Society of Missouri is seeking proposals for two Gary R. Kremer Center for Missouri Studies fellowships to begin January 1, 2027. Each...

Sixteen members of the Barton County Retired Educators met on Tuesday, May 5, for the last meeting of the 2025-26 school year. The meeting was held...

Truman Day 2026 was a wonderful celebration honoring not only the birthday of Harry S. Truman, but also America’s 250th anniversary. In partnership...

MOUNT VERNON- University of Missouri Extension will host a Calf Backgrounding Program in Mount Vernon on May 19, with a follow-up session on June 30.This hands-on program...

By JOE DAVISBarton County Memorial ParkThe Willie Graham Memorial Car Show held on May 2 was another big success this year, raising over $2,700....

By ELAINE DAVIS4-H Program Youth AssociateBarton County 4-H University Extension Youth were honored to participate with a Golden City FCCLA Map...

A Lamar High School student is receiving statewide recognition after her artwork was selected for display in the Missouri State Capitol as part of...

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratDue to Monday, May 25 being Memorial Day, the early deadline for the Lamar Democrat has been set for 12 noon on Thursday, May 21. This will...

Dear Editor:Wow! I’ve said that a lot lately! I’m just blown away by the community support we received for yesterday’s coin show in Lamar. By all measures we had a hugely...