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    By CARRIE CLASSON“Fully Recovered”About a million years ago (or at least it feels that way), I...

    The Postscript
    By CARRIE CLASSON“Fully Recovered”About a million years ago (or at least it feels that way), I...
    There were 49 cars registered at the Lamar Cruise Night on Friday, Aug. 7, on the Lamar square. The Top 10 favorite vehicles were presented with a one-of-a-kind homemade trophy. The Top 10 winners were Donnie Timmerman, John Weber, Don Hughes, Larry Chism, Ray Wofford, Kerry Fowler, Jack Fritter, Frank and Robyn Arnold, Larry Raulston and Marvin and Desiree Lepping.

    Forty-nine register for August Cruise Night

    Lamar Cruise Night’s Hot Night for Hot Rods was held Friday evening, Aug. 7, on the Lamar...

    Forty-nine register for August Cruise Night
    Lamar Cruise Night’s Hot Night for Hot Rods was held Friday evening, Aug. 7, on the Lamar...

    Come out of the trenches

    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchAs you are reading this, there are over 40 wars...

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    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchAs you are reading this, there are over 40 wars...
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Barton County Presiding Commissioner David Johnson reads off the results from the incoming precincts as Emma Johnson records them on the chalkboard. Many were present to view the various precincts as they were recorded.

    Unofficial results from Barton County races

    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA total of 36.15 percent of registered voters participated in the...

    Unofficial results from Barton County races
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA total of 36.15 percent of registered voters participated in the...

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    Always speak well of those around you

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    The body and blood of Jesus in the Lord’s Supper
    August 10, 2026
    Part 1 (Aug 2026)By GALEN FRIEDRICHSGrace Lutheran ChurchIn the Lord’s Supper the church receives the actual physical body and blood of our Savior. When her children eat...
    The Postscript
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    By CARRIE CLASSON“Fully Recovered”About a million years ago (or at least it feels that way), I used to produce theater. The season ended just...
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    Government
    Property transfers
    August 3, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed July 27, 2026. Casey Dighero, Holly Dighero Mendez and Fernando Mendez to Yasmin Sairi Perez, College Hill Add-College Grounds (Lamar).Warranty Deed,...
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    2026 LEGAL 8-12 GC R3 Tax-4x7
    August 6, 2026
    2026: 8-12,19 BC Library Tax Levy
    August 6, 2026
    Public Notice: The Board of Trustees of the Barton County Library will hold a public hearing to set the library tax rate at their regular monthly meeting on Monday, Aug....
    2026: 8-12 Northfork Township Tax Levy
    August 5, 2026
    Northfork Township will have their Tax Levy meeting Monday, Aug. 17, 9 a.m., at 480 SW 15th Lane, Lamar.8-12-1tc
    News
    There were 49 cars registered at the Lamar Cruise Night on Friday, Aug. 7, on the Lamar square. The Top 10 favorite vehicles were presented with a one-of-a-kind homemade trophy. The Top 10 winners were Donnie Timmerman, John Weber, Don Hughes, Larry Chism, Ray Wofford, Kerry Fowler, Jack Fritter, Frank and Robyn Arnold, Larry Raulston and Marvin and Desiree Lepping. Forty-nine register for August Cruise Night
    August 10, 2026
    Lamar Cruise Night’s Hot Night for Hot Rods was held Friday evening, Aug. 7, on the Lamar square. Homemade ice cream was served, along with Route...
    Suspect apprehended following multi-county pursuit
    August 7, 2026
    According to Dade County Sheriff Ryan Robison, on the evening of August 5, a Dade County sheriff's deputy attempted to stop a motorcycle operated by Cody G. Roller, 33,...
    Barton County Republicans to stay busy during fair
    August 6, 2026
    Is your Old Glory looking a little old and in need of an official retirement? Bring your flag and trade it in for a new one at the Barton County Republicans booth, while...
    Obituaries
    CYNTHIA GALE FOWLER
    August 10, 2026
    In loving memory of Cynthia Gale Fowler, age 69, who passed away peacefully on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 9:39 p.m. She was born November 26, 1956,...
    DONNA GOODLOE
    August 6, 2026
    Services will be held at 1 p.m. August 10 at Konantz Warden Funeral Home for Donna Goodloe, who died August 4, 2026.Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning...
    KEVIN CLAYTON
    August 6, 2026
    Services will be held at 10 a.m. August 7, at Living Word Church for Kevin Clayton, who died August 6, 2026.www.konantzwarden.com.
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    Lamar Tigers Snoop Night set for August 20
    August 6, 2026
    The Lamar Tigers Snoop Night for all Lamar R-1 School District buildings will be held Thursday, Aug. 20, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. There will be a high school parent meeting from 6...
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    Barton County Republicans to stay busy during fair
    August 6, 2026
    Is your Old Glory looking a little old and in need of an official retirement? Bring your flag and trade it in for a new one at the Barton County Republicans booth, while...
    Tracy’s Key Players to perform August 13
    August 6, 2026
    Tracy’s Key Players will present One Great Rock Show on Thursday, Aug. 13, 7 p.m. at Thiebud Auditorium in Lamar.The public is invited to attend.Admission is free.
    Barton County Senior Center Lunch Menu
    August 5, 2026
    August 10-14MONDAY- Chicken and stuffing casserole, roasted potatoes, mixed vegetables, rosie applesauce, wheat roll, coffee/tea/milk.TUESDAY- Goulash with tomatoes and...
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