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An attentive audience listened to Melissa Ohden, an abortion survivor, tell her story.

Katie’s House recognizes those behind the scenes

September 30, 2026

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratKatie’s House and Pregnancy Center in Lamar held its 4th Annual Banquet Celebration on Monday evening, Sept. 28, at...

Liberal R-II September Employees of the Month

September 30, 2026

Phillip Vore, kindergarten teacher at Liberal R-II School District, along with Jenna Hibbitts, kindergarten para, have been recognized as September...

Lamar Relief Society President Laura Wheeler is pictured with her husband Ryan, First Counselor in Lamar Branch Presidency.

Lamar branch members participate in conference

September 30, 2026

September 26-27, the Monett Missouri Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints enjoyed an international spiritual feast from Elder...

The Plaza Theatre is getting a new facade thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor. The tiling of the Carrera glass is being provided by Nick Jeffries from Jeffries Bath and Tile LLC, who is completing the work as time allows. The last time the Plaza received a facelift was during its five year renovation by Community Plaza Rescue (CPR)that began in 1993, leading up to its re-opening on November 5, 1998. Stop by and take a look. It’s still a work in progress, but its already looking a lot brighter. While you’re at it, step inside and view one of their latest showings and enjoy some delicious hot buttered popcorn.

Plaza Theatre is getting a facelift

September 30, 2026

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Winners of the golfing portion of the Barton County Community Foundation’s Golf & Gala Benefit were recognized Saturday evening, Sept. 26.

BCCF’s Golf & Gala Benefit deemed a success

September 30, 2026

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA full day was enjoyed by many as the Barton County Community Foundation held its Golf & Gala Benefit on...

Halloween Howl coming to a dealer near you

September 29, 2026

Heritage Tractor is thrilled to announce that all locations will be hosting a Halloween Howl event on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Bring your zombies, dinos...

The CAFNR Showcase was held Saturday, Sept 26, at South Farm. Hosted by Mizzou's College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources, the free annual event featured family friendly educational activities, a sunflower maze, a foal parade and agricultural demonstrations. Joy Krueth, an agricultural education major from Lamar, helped with the Block and Bridle booth's Milk a Cow demonstration.

Showcase held at South Farm

September 29, 2026

Barton County storms

September 29, 2026

By LAURA SCARLATOThe Barton County Historical Society met recently and a presentation of the larger storms from the past 100 years in Barton County was presented by Joe...

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...

Airport celebrates 65th anniversary with annual fly-in

September 25, 2026

The Lamar Municipal Airport will observe its 65th anniversary with a fly-in on Saturday, Oct. 10, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The airport is located off Hwy. 160, just west of...

Lamar City Park to have improved enclosed shelter

September 24, 2026

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratLamar School Resource Officer Ryan West was formerly introduced to those attending the September 21 Lamar City Council meeting. Lamar Police...

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Picnic in the Park was held from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday. Sept. 24, at the Lamar City Park. A wide range of cuisine, drinks and delectables were featured, with many taking advantage of the beautiful weather by staying to eat at the LBT Centennial shelter, located by the food trucks.

Picnic in the Park draws many

September 24, 2026

In town on Wednesday, Sept. 23, in order to visit with members of the Lamar City Council, Aquatic Board and city staff, was Brian Hill, AFO-1, CPO, CPRP, who serves as project manager and operations for Waters Edge Aquatic Design. Several were on hand to hear what Hill had to say. He noted that Waters Edge is currently working on the design and their hope is to have the project approved by the aquatics board and city council in February, then sent to bid that month. He noted that hopefully a full dollar amount will be known in March, in order to submit the RFQ for financing. Plans at that time are to have the project fully funded and awarded, witha notice to proceed issued to the contractor.

Wheels are rolling with Waters Edge Aquatic Design

September 23, 2026

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