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    Photographer Norman Thompson was probably standing by the old Bamboo House (pictured) and Medlin-Frieden Furniture looking west.

    The 50th anniversary of the 1976 flooding

    By JOE DAVISBarton County Historical SocietyIf you know me, you know I love anniversaries of...

    The 50th anniversary of the 1976 flooding
    By JOE DAVISBarton County Historical SocietyIf you know me, you know I love anniversaries of...

    Two Lady Bulldogs play travel ball

    Ava Garrett and Eisley Beaman played in the Branson 16U Softball Tournament over the last...

    Two Lady Bulldogs play travel ball
    Ava Garrett and Eisley Beaman played in the Branson 16U Softball Tournament over the last...

    Metzger’s Mutterings

    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratFollowing months of chemo, my sister-in-law Ann had a five hour...

    Metzger’s Mutterings
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratFollowing months of chemo, my sister-in-law Ann had a five hour...
    Poultry has become a growing 4-H project as youth learn more about chickens, eggs and entrepreneurship. This 4-H member is demonstrating how to check for the freshness of eggs.

    Barton County 4-H Achievement Day began in 1934

    Barton County 4-H clubs embarked on another Achievement Day that originated in 1934. The 2026...

    Barton County 4-H Achievement Day began in 1934
    Barton County 4-H clubs embarked on another Achievement Day that originated in 1934. The 2026...

    Lying, and the benefits thereof

    By LARRY DABLEMONTMy teachers didn’t really approve of me working after school at Dad and...

    Lying, and the benefits thereof
    By LARRY DABLEMONTMy teachers didn’t really approve of me working after school at Dad and...

    The Postscript

    By CARRIE CLASSON“Happy Birthday Anyway”My husband Peter’s birthday is this week.Peter does not...

    The Postscript
    By CARRIE CLASSON“Happy Birthday Anyway”My husband Peter’s birthday is this week.Peter does not...
    Tracy Key Players pictured are, front row, left to right, Fallon Wolf, Brooks Allison, Addison Strong, Gracen Campbell, Eli Schlaybach, Haven Campbell, Kessie Marsala, Kanyon Moll, Ruby Marti, Baron Wolf, and Quinn Friar; back row, left to right, Lakyn Meadows, Kasyn Meadows, Harper Wolf, Tripp Wolf, Tracy Bean (teacher), Marissa Brewer, Boston Frickenschmidt and Kyris Moll.

    Tracy’s Key Players excel at PittState Music Fe...

    Eighteen students, ages four to 14, represented Tracy’s Key Players studio (piano teacher, Tracy...

    Tracy’s Key Players excel at PittState Music Fe...
    Eighteen students, ages four to 14, represented Tracy’s Key Players studio (piano teacher, Tracy...
    A ribbon cutting for Liberty Baptist Church was held by the Barton County Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, June 13, 9:30 a.m. The ribbon cutting was held in conjunction with the church’s Children’s Clothing Giveaway. The church is located at 799 E US Highway 160.

    Chamber hosts ribbon cutting at Liberty Baptist...

    The Barton County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate one of their newest...

    Chamber hosts ribbon cutting at Liberty Baptist...
    The Barton County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate one of their newest...
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    Columns
    Metzger’s Mutterings
    June 23, 2026
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratFollowing months of chemo, my sister-in-law Ann had a five hour surgery earlier in the week and as of now is cancer...
    Lying, and the benefits thereof
    June 22, 2026
    By LARRY DABLEMONTMy teachers didn’t really approve of me working after school at Dad and Grandpa’s pool hall. One of the older lady teachers said...
    Printed Paper Online
    June 24, 2026

    Government
    Property transfers
    June 24, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed June 17, 2026. Jimmie D Yockey and Julia A Yockey to Jimmie Dalton Yockey Trustee, Julia Ann Yockey Trustee, Jimmie Dalton Yockey Living Trust DTD...
    Property transfers
    June 15, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed June 9, 2026. Kristy Dawn Quarles, Kristy Dawn Graham, Terry A Quarles, Kaitlyn Letterman, Kaitlyn Adams and Devin M Letterman to Paul Lee Callaway...
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    Legals
    2026: 7-1,8,15,22 Ashworth Service by Publication (2)
    June 23, 2026
    IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURIJUVENILE DIVISIONIn Re the Adoption of:M.H.B., Female Age 13JOHN FRANCIS CLINE andMARY KATHRYN CLINE,Petitioners,vs.STEPHEN...
    2026: 7-1,8,15,22 Ashworth Service by Publication (1)
    June 23, 2026
    IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURIJUVENILE DIVISIONIn Re the Adoption of:K.M.B., Female Age 14JOHN FRANCIS CLINE andMARY KATHRYN CLINE, Petitioners vs.STEPHEN...
    2026: 7-1,8,15,22 Cole Letters Granted
    June 23, 2026
    IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURIPROBATE DIVISIONIn the Estate of MARILYN SUE COLE, DeceasedEstate No. 26B4-PR00026NOTICE OF LETTERS GRANTEDTo all persons...
    News
    Photographer Norman Thompson was probably standing by the old Bamboo House (pictured) and Medlin-Frieden Furniture looking west. The 50th anniversary of the 1976 flooding
    June 24, 2026
    By JOE DAVISBarton County Historical SocietyIf you know me, you know I love anniversaries of major events that happened in Lamar’s past, especially...
    City of Lamar provides pool information update
    June 24, 2026
    With the passing of the ½ percent pool tax in November, the City of Lamar would like to take this time to provide a brief update.The tax began collecting at the point of...
    City announces temporary fireworks date extension
    June 23, 2026
    In recognition of America’s 250th anniversary and to allow residents additional time to celebrate the nation’s semi-quincentennial, the City of Lamar will temporarily...
    Obituaries
    KENNETH MILES
    June 16, 2026
    Visitation was held at 10 a.m. June 20, at Konantz Warden Funeral Home for Kenneth Miles who died June 15, 2026. Graveside followed at Morehead Cemetery.www.konantzwarden.com.
    REV. KIMBERLY ANNE SAUTER
    June 12, 2026
    Rev. Kimberly Anne Sauter, age 65 of Lamar passed away May 14, 2026, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin MO. Kim was born April 15, 1961, in Hemet,...
    Schools
    Calvert graduates from Arkansas State University
    June 24, 2026
    JONESBORO, Ark.- Arkansas State University has announced the names of students who completed degree requirements to graduate during Spring Commencement at First National...
    Lamar R-1 School Board approves budget for 2026-2027
    June 19, 2026
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratAt the June 17 meeting of the Lamar R-1 School Board, Superintendent Brian Gillis reported on the many improvements and projects taking place...
    Stuff the Bus set for July 23-24
    June 18, 2026
    Stuff the Bus, an event sponsored by the Barton County Community Betterment, has been set for Thursday and Friday, July 23 and 24, at the Lamar Walmart.Donations of school...
    Social
    Marriage license application
    June 24, 2026
    The following have filed a marriage license application:Bobby Franklin Smith, 74, Lamar and Carol Sue Wilson, 71, Lamar.
    Barton County Senior Center Lunch Menu
    June 24, 2026
    June 29 – July 3MONDAY- Spaghetti red with diced pickle, onion, dark green leafy salad with spinach, mixed vegetables, crackers, no bake cookie, coffee/tea/milk.TUESDAY-...
    Poultry has become a growing 4-H project as youth learn more about chickens, eggs and entrepreneurship. This 4-H member is demonstrating how to check for the freshness of eggs. Barton County 4-H Achievement Day began in 1934
    June 23, 2026
    Barton County 4-H clubs embarked on another Achievement Day that originated in 1934. The 2026 Barton County 4-H Achievement Day was held June 13,...
    Barton County Shrine Club
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    Sports
    Two Lady Bulldogs play travel ball
    June 24, 2026
    Ava Garrett and Eisley Beaman played in the Branson 16U Softball Tournament over the last weekend. Garrett plays for FFS 918 Peper 16U and Beaman...
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