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Winners in Mrs. Weber’s class were, left to right, Lucas Doyle, first place; Addison Wright, second place and Leighton Howarth, third place.

West Elementary students participate in 4-H farm safety poster contest

December 2, 2024

Did you know that more than a hundred children are killed and 33,00 seriously injured on farms or ranches in the United States?For many kids who...

It was a busy night at the Lamar R-1 School Board November meeting, as members were given a tour of the new Lamar Career and Technical Center Culinary Arts program. Prior to the meeting, students transformed the high school library into a fine dining restaurant, while showing what their futures may be in the culinary field. Following the dinner, the board heard an update on the cross country season for both middle and high school.

LCTC Culinary Arts students shine

November 22, 2024

Prior to the Wednesday, Nov. 20 Lamar R-1 School Board meeting, LCTC Culinary Arts students prepared and served a delicious meal to the board of...

Jerome Weber, son of Jim and Kara Weber, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. In his spare time Jerome likes to read and draw. He participates in Archery and wants to run cross country next year. His favorite subject is Reading.

Students of the week

November 22, 2024

The Rural Safety: Smart Choices for Life program was held November 6, at Lamar Career and Technical Center. The Lamar ag students welcomed 88 Lamar West Elementary third graders to learn more about rural safety.

Students learn through “Protecting Kids for Life” rural safety program

November 18, 2024

Lamar third grade students recently learned more about rural safety with the “Protecting Kids for Life” Rural Safety program.The Rural Safety:...

Katie Vickers, daughter of Derek and Beth Odle, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Katie enjoys reading, dancing, singing and watching the Harry Potter movies. She has a cat and three dogs. Her favorite subjects are Social Studies and Reading. She loves school and is proud of every teacher in the school district. Her favorite colors are green and white.

Students of the week

November 15, 2024

East Primary Tigers of the Month for October were, fourth row, left to right, Grayson Lintner, Maggie Cowan, GraceLynn Doss, Angie Noches, Jayson Gardner, Aria Glover, Averey Quiocho, Chevy Choate; third row, McCoy Crawford, Briggs Harvey, Thea Stewart, Kimri Jones, Adrianna Culp, Rigdon Lehman, Silas Toler, Paige Guiheen; second row, Kinley Williams, Adley Walker, Kruz Melton, Vance Stewart, Kylie Chapman, Jethro Cook, Parker Hammond, Gracelynne Kuhn and first row, Legend Eaton, Kayson Brooks, Addison Strong.

East Primary October Tigers of the Month

November 13, 2024

Barton County Assessor Rick Johnson presented the Tuesday, Nov. 5 program for Barton County Retired Educators, regarding the tax law affecting residents 62 and over to freeze their home taxes at the 2024 rate.

Barton County Retired Educators meet

November 11, 2024

The Barton County Retired Educators met at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov, 5, Election Day 2024, for their regular monthly meeting at the First Christian...

Brodee Mounsey, son of Jennifer Parten, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Brodee likes to play football and baseball. He also likes to go outside.

Students of the week

November 8, 2024

Culinary Arts state-of-the art kitchen opens to students

November 6, 2024

A huge milestone was made recently as Lamar Career and Technical Center Culinary Arts students got to step into their brand new, state-of-the-art...

Lockwood Elementary first quarter honor roll

November 5, 2024

All A Honor RollSIXTH GRADE- Kai Lilienkamp, Adelyn Roschevitz, Graysen Scott, Hayes Scott, Lawson Warren.FIFTH GRADE- Silas Baugh, Nora Divine, Emma Lee Hoffman.FOURTH...

Davis is member of Mizzou Homecoming Steering Committee

November 4, 2024

The University of Missouri-Columbia, known as the birthplace of the modern homecoming, recently hosted its 113th celebration, culminating with the...

Ogden chosen to the Griffiths Leadership Society

November 4, 2024

The Griffiths Leadership Society is pleased to announce that Veronica Ogden, a resident of Lamar, has been chosen as one of its newest members. A...

Korra McManis, daughter of Justin and Misty McManis, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. She likes to hang out with friends and family. She can play "Mary had a Little Lamb" on her guitar. Korra’s favorite subjects are Math and Reading. She likes basketball and she likes to babysit.

Students of the week

October 31, 2024

Marian Anderson performed in the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Hall in 1943.

DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship opens

October 28, 2024

WASHINGTON – Undergraduate and graduate students studying music can apply for the DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship starting November 1....

Delilah McKenzie, daughter of David and Courtney McKenzie, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. She likes to play basketball, her favorite subject is math and she loves dogs. Delilah’s pets are really important to her.

Students of the week

October 25, 2024

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