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How to use mindfulness in your daily living

By STAN POPOVICHMindfulness is the practice of becoming more fully aware of the present moment rather than dwelling in the past, projecting into the future or what’s going...

Metzger’s Mutterings

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratYesterday was Mother’s Day and as it has been for the past 17 years it was an extremely melancholy day for myself. I...

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Property transfers

Warranty Deed, filed May 4, 2026. Brian Louis Natalini, Brian L Natalini, Susan Louise Natalini and Susan L Natalini to Brian L Natalini Co-Trustee, Susan L Natalini...

Property transfers

Warranty Deed, filed April 27, 2026. Terry Nathaniel Jeffries to Brian Duncan and Jennifer Duncan, Lt 13 Bl 1 Crestwood Estates (B1-4) (Lamar).Warranty Deed, filed April...

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2026: 5-13,20,27,6-3 Daniels Trustee Sale

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALEA default has accrued on a certain note secured by a deed of trust executed by, Kimberly Daniels dated 2/8/2023 and recorded on 2/8/2023 in...

The Lamar Middle School has earned the title of being back-to-back Big 8 Conference Softball Champions for 2025-2026. The team finished the season with a record of 14-1, while outscoring their opponents 146-19. They rounded out their back-to-back conference championship run by adding this win to both volleyball and basketball. Pictured, back row, left to right, Coach Jeff Steinkamp, Mya Castle, Harpor Steinkamp, Taylor Caruthers, Haydn Steinkamp, Sophia Parker, Zoey Timmons and Coach Amie Cook; middle row, left to right, Rylee VanGilder, Riley Gordon, Aynslie White, Kaylee Wilson; front row, left to right, Karma Carter and Harley Markus. Not pictured is Hadlee Combs.

LMS earns back-to-back Big 8 softball championships

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Prior to the ribbon cutting at the Golden City R-3 School barn, Ag Instructor Michael Lee, Superintendent Dennis Kimzey and FFA President Caleb Hughes addressed a good size crowd that had gathered in the newly constructed barn, farm, lab and classroom space, located on the school grounds.

Golden City holds ribbon cutting for new ag area

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratGOLDEN CITY- Ever since Michael Lee came to Golden City High School as ag teacher, he had envisioned the existence...

April Tigers of the Month at East Primary are fourth row, left to right, Jep Chairez, Rhiannon Townsend, Addyson Schrader, Kinzley Coy, Linus Rea, Daylan Hagy; third row, left to right, Bryce Chedester, Agnes Howell, Bryer Coy, Scarlett Allen, Malachi Martin, D.J. Walters, Rayge Bledsoe, Claire Copenhaver, Vance Stewart; second row, left to right, Kaysen Eaves, Christian McManis, Gunnar Thornton, George Runion, Amareigh Rodney and first row, left to right, Abel Youngblood, Rosemary VanGilder, Zoey Hare, Gus Carbone, Elijah Schlaybach and Brooks Beckwith.

East Primary April Tigers of the Month

ROBERT “BOB” LEON COUCH

Robert "Bob" Leon Couch, age 81, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away May 4, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his family.Bob was born March 7, 1945, in...

Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 9, at Konantz Warden Funeral Home for Janet Miles, who died May 7, 2026. A graveside service will follow at...

GLORIA JEAN NELSON

Gloria Jean Nelson, age 65, of Golden City, passed away April 23, 2026, at Cox Barton County Hospital in Lamar.Gloria was born June 28, 1960, in...

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Prior to the ribbon cutting at the Golden City R-3 School barn, Ag Instructor Michael Lee, Superintendent Dennis Kimzey and FFA President Caleb Hughes addressed a good size crowd that had gathered in the newly constructed barn, farm, lab and classroom space, located on the school grounds.

Golden City holds ribbon cutting for new ag area

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratGOLDEN CITY- Ever since Michael Lee came to Golden City High School as ag teacher, he had envisioned the existence...

April Tigers of the Month at East Primary are fourth row, left to right, Jep Chairez, Rhiannon Townsend, Addyson Schrader, Kinzley Coy, Linus Rea, Daylan Hagy; third row, left to right, Bryce Chedester, Agnes Howell, Bryer Coy, Scarlett Allen, Malachi Martin, D.J. Walters, Rayge Bledsoe, Claire Copenhaver, Vance Stewart; second row, left to right, Kaysen Eaves, Christian McManis, Gunnar Thornton, George Runion, Amareigh Rodney and first row, left to right, Abel Youngblood, Rosemary VanGilder, Zoey Hare, Gus Carbone, Elijah Schlaybach and Brooks Beckwith.

East Primary April Tigers of the Month

FCS Financial hits $1 million with 2026 scholarship awards

JEFFERSON CITY- FCS Financial is investing $70,000 in the next generation of Missouri leaders, awarding $2,000 scholarships to 35 students across the state. This year’s...

Verdella Church to hold event in conjunction with citywide

LIBERAL- The Sullins family is in the process of becoming missionaries in Japan and plan to participate in events that will be taking place at the Liberal City Park on...

Students participated in safety discussion covering various areas of safety, fire, chemical and hand signals that can be used when it is too loud to hear equipment operators.

Community Rural Safety Net reaches Liberal students

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

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Truman Day officially began with the posting of the colors by the Sons of the American Revolution. This was followed with Landon Clemensen from Fontenac, Kan. performing the National Anthem.

Truman Day was picture perfect for a spectacular celebration

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

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Barton County Shrine Club

New coach brings fresh energy to Missouri State Bears football

By DEBRA PROBERTMSU Class of 1979There’s a different feeling around Missouri State Football this year and anyone paying attention can sense it. New...

The Lamar Middle School has earned the title of being back-to-back Big 8 Conference Softball Champions for 2025-2026. The team finished the season with a record of 14-1, while outscoring their opponents 146-19. They rounded out their back-to-back conference championship run by adding this win to both volleyball and basketball. Pictured, back row, left to right, Coach Jeff Steinkamp, Mya Castle, Harpor Steinkamp, Taylor Caruthers, Haydn Steinkamp, Sophia Parker, Zoey Timmons and Coach Amie Cook; middle row, left to right, Rylee VanGilder, Riley Gordon, Aynslie White, Kaylee Wilson; front row, left to right, Karma Carter and Harley Markus. Not pictured is Hadlee Combs.

LMS earns back-to-back Big 8 softball championships

Photos by Catherine Williams

Class 1 District 6 Track & Field Liberal Bulldog results

The Bulldogs had a great day at the District Track meet in Appleton City on Saturday, May 9. Liberal boys tied for second place with Rich Hill out...

Letter to editor

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...

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