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As a member of the 2025 Mizzou Homecoming Steering Committee, Ryan Davis, Lamar, was an integral part of the University of Missouri’s 114th Homecoming celebration – “Call of the Columns.” Since last spring, the steering committee began planning the earliest-ever homecoming festivities. Ryan, a junior at Mizzou, was a member of the Traditions (Trads) sub-committee, which helped oversee the selection process for the Top 30 finalists, Top 10 royalty court and homecoming king and queen, as well as organizing recognition and service opportunities for royalty participants. In addition, Ryan assisted with other homecoming events including registering donors at the blood drive, collecting donations at the Tiger Food Fight, refereeing the flag football tournament, volunteering at service days and attending talent nights and the community spirit rally. The steering committee was formally recognized on September 27 during the homecoming parade and during the half-time performance at the homecoming football game.

Davis is member of 2025 Mizzou Homecoming Steering Committee

October 6, 2025

The University of Missouri-Columbia, known as the birthplace of the “first and finest” homecoming in the nation, recently hosted its 114th...

Willa Coy, daughter of Kelly Coy, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. So far her favorite aspect of school has been band and her preferred class is reading. Willa is also a proud pet owner with four dogs and two cats. Her favorite movie is Descendants.

Students of the week

October 3, 2025

Snow day, but why?

September 30, 2025

By BRIAN GILLISLamar R-I School District SuperintendentFew words bring more joy to students (and, let’s be honest, plenty of adults) than the...

Ezra's McAdams, son of Steven and Sophia McAdams, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Ezra’s favorite aspect of school so far is discovering new concepts and his preferred class is reading.

Students of the week

September 30, 2025

Liberal sixth graders in front of the Missouri State Capitol.

Kelley hosts Liberal sixth grade students at Capitol

September 29, 2025

JEFFERSON CITY- Last week, State Rep. Ann Kelley welcomed sixth grade students from Liberal to the State Capitol, where students enjoyed a...

Lamar Elks Lodge No. 2800 presents Heritage Corner to area students

September 22, 2025

The Lamar Elks Lodge No. 2800 presented a Heritage Corner to area schools during Constitution Week. This country’s basic freedoms rest on the...

Zoey Jefferies, daughter of Shawna Garret and Denny Jefferies, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Zoey's favorite aspect of school is lunchtime. She has two dogs and a cat and her preferred class is band. Her favorite movie is Regular Show.

Students of the week

September 22, 2025

Beverly Smith, the new STUCO activities director, along with several of the student council members, were present to address the board, presenting an update on all of the activities that they have done so far and what is in store for the future.

Lamar Middle School Student Council presents various activities

September 19, 2025

By MELODY METZGERLamar DecmoratFollowing the Adoption of Consent Agenda at the Wednesday, Sept. 17 school board meeting, Lamar R-1 Superintendent...

Mizzou releases summer 2025 graduation list

September 17, 2025

COLUMBIA, Mo.- At the University of Missouri, students gain the hands-on experience and leadership skills needed to begin and excel in their careers. And Mizzou graduates...

Wallace graduates from Missouri State University

September 16, 2025

SPRINGFIELD- Missouri State University awarded 498 degrees to students in summer 2025.The graduates will participate in the fall commencement ceremony on December 12 at...

Rylee Castle, daughter of Brandon and Whitney Castle, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Rylee’s highlight of this school year has been Art with Mr. Berryhill, while her favorite class is Mr. Castle's Social Studies. She participates in various sports, including Archery, Basketball and Softball. At home, she has three pets named Mac, Yadi and Larey. Additionally, her favorite movie is How to Train Your Dragon.

Students of the week

September 15, 2025

SNHU announces Summer 2025 President’s List

September 10, 2025

MANCHESTER, NH- Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) has released its Summer 2025 President’s List. The summer terms run from May to August.Full-time undergraduate...

Tali Ansley, daughter of Jeremy and Marty Ansley, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Tali’s favorite part of school so far has been her Social Studies class. The sports she plays are volleyball and travel softball for SWAT. She has one dog named Trooper and her favorite book is The Little House on the Prairie.

Students of the week

September 9, 2025

Dezden Dixon is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Dezden’s favorite school subjects are math and PE. He takes part in several sports such as football, baseball and basketball. He has two cats and four dogs that he loves very much. Dezden’s favorite movie is Invaders ED.

Students of the week

September 5, 2025

Debbie Walters, Alan Ray, Susan Ray, Cindy Thieman and Cinda Miller study the agenda at the Barton County Retired Educators meeting held Tuesday, Sept. 2, at the Lamar Christian Church.

Missouri Retired Teachers hold first meeting of 2025-26 school year

September 3, 2025

Sixteen members of the local chapter of the Missouri Retired Teachers Association met at the Lamar Christian Church on Tuesday, Sept. 2, for their...

Barton County Shrine Club

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