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    The mystery of God's Will for my life

    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchThere is so much confusion today about what God...

    The mystery of God's Will for my life
    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchThere is so much confusion today about what God...
    Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow
Kindergartners from Golden City performed the National Anthem prior to Thursday night’s contest between the Eagles and Liberal Bulldogs in the 70th Annual Golden City Tournament.

    Golden City hosts annual basketball tournament

    Golden City hosts annual basketball tournament

    Historical society holds first quarterly meetin...

    The Barton County Historical Society held its first quarterly meeting last Sunday at the Memorial...

    Historical society holds first quarterly meetin...
    The Barton County Historical Society held its first quarterly meeting last Sunday at the Memorial...

    Foundation

    By JEN KIRBYHaving a life anchor is imperative to remaining stable in the midst of storms. And...

    Foundation
    By JEN KIRBYHaving a life anchor is imperative to remaining stable in the midst of storms. And...

    Metzger’s Mutterings

    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratI treated myself Saturday to something that most people wouldn’t...

    Metzger’s Mutterings
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratI treated myself Saturday to something that most people wouldn’t...

    Financial focus

    New tax laws for 2026 that you should knowThis article was written by Edward Jones for use by...

    Financial focus
    New tax laws for 2026 that you should knowThis article was written by Edward Jones for use by...
    Kileigh Ball of Barton County competed in the Impromptu Speaking division at the Western National 4-H Roundup held in Denver, Colo. Pictured with Kileigh is Faith Calvin of Jasper County.

    Missouri 4-H'ers travel to Western National for...

    DENVER, Colo.- Six Missouri 4-H youths recently competed against top teams and individuals from...

    Missouri 4-H'ers travel to Western National for...
    DENVER, Colo.- Six Missouri 4-H youths recently competed against top teams and individuals from...
    Judah Diggs, son of Mike and Jennifer Diggs, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Judah’s favorite part of school is Social Studies. He participates in basketball, football, quiz bowl and baseball. Judah has three dogs and three cats. His favorite class is P.E. and his favorite movie is "Home Alone."

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    Columns
    The mystery of God's Will for my life
    January 16, 2026
    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist ChurchThere is so much confusion today about what God wants for my life. Does one really understand? Can...
    Foundation
    January 16, 2026
    By JEN KIRBYHaving a life anchor is imperative to remaining stable in the midst of storms. And having a foundation to our soul creates a solid,...
    Printed Paper Online
    January 14, 2026

    Government
    Property transfers
    January 12, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed January 5, 2026. Larry N Warner, Carolyn Tymeson and Susan Warner to Justin Sprouls, STR 28-32-30 /NW/SW.Warranty Deed, filed January 5, 2026. Colter S...
    Property transfers
    January 5, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed December 29, 2025. John W Ford and Shiela R Ford to Julius Tang, STR 36-32-31 /SW/NW.Warranty Deed, filed December 30, 2025. Gary J Bullard and Valerie...
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    Legals
    2026: 1-28,2-4,11,18 Dunagan Trustee's Sale
    January 15, 2026
    In Re: Vaughn D Dunagan, a married personWanda J DunaganTRUSTEE’S SALE – Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Vaughn D Dunagan, a married personWanda J Dunagan...
    2026: 1-14 2026 Barton County Budget Summary
    January 9, 2026
    PUBLIC NOTICEThe Summary of the 2026 Barton County Budget is available for inspection in the County Clerk’s Office, Courthouse, Lamar, during normal office hours.Nikki...
    2026: 1-14 BC 2026 Budget Hearing
    January 9, 2026
    PUBLIC NOTICEHearings for the Barton County 2026 Budget will be held January 5th & 12th, 2026, between 10:00 and 4:00 p.m. Budget estimates will be available for public...
    News
    Historical society holds first quarterly meeting of year
    January 16, 2026
    The Barton County Historical Society held its first quarterly meeting last Sunday at the Memorial Park Building. Following a brief business meeting...
    Area filings for Lamar City Council
    January 16, 2026
    Those filing to run for a position on the Lamar City Council in the April 7 election were Rocky McCulloch and Russ Worsley for Ward I; Curt Roland, Steven Shaw and Jeff...
    Progress is built one step at a time
    January 15, 2026
    By MELODY METZGER Lamar DemocratI don’t know how it happened, but another year has come to pass and it is once again time to gather copy and advertising for our annual...
    Obituaries
    RICHARD “BRUCE” BELLINE
    January 15, 2026
    Richard “Bruce” Belline, age 81, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather,...
    BETTY GRACE WILLHITE
    January 14, 2026
    Betty Grace Willhite, age 99, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away on January 9, 2026, at Good Shepherd Community Care in Lockwood, Missouri.Betty was...
    CHARLES EDGAR RITCHEY
    January 14, 2026
    Charles Edgar Ritchey, age 88, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away on January 10, 2026, at Good Shepherd Community Care in Lockwood, Missouri.Charles...
    Schools
    Lamar High School releases first semester honor roll
    January 14, 2026
    The first semester honor roll has been released by Lamar High School.High Honor RollSENIORS- Henry Rian Ball, Kileigh Shyanne Ball, Chase Ivan Bennett, Wyatt Lee Blackford,...
    Missouri State University’s Fall 2025 Dean’s List
    January 13, 2026
    SPRINGFIELD- Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain excellence are named to the deans list.For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment...
    Judah Diggs, son of Mike and Jennifer Diggs, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Judah’s favorite part of school is Social Studies. He participates in basketball, football, quiz bowl and baseball. Judah has three dogs and three cats. His favorite class is P.E. and his favorite movie is "Home Alone." Students of the week
    January 13, 2026
    Social
    Barton County Senior Center Lunch Menu
    January 13, 2026
    January 19-23MONDAY- Hamburger stew with carrots, corn, green beans and peas, dark green leafy salad with spinach, wheat roll, warm spiced pineapple,...
    Marriage license applications
    January 12, 2026
    The following have filed a marriage license application with the Barton County Recorder’s office:Andy J Shetler, 28, Lockwood and Hanna Arlene Yannayon, 21, Lamar.Justin...
    Barton County Retired Teachers hold first meeting of new year
    January 7, 2026
    January 6 was the first chapter meeting of the Barton County Retired Educators at the Lamar Christian Church. Sixteen members met as Karl Morey,...
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    Sports
    Lady Tigers playing tough competition
    January 16, 2026
    The difficult slate of games the Lamar Lady Tigers hoops team has played should help prepare them for the home stretch of the season."We have played a very tough schedule...
    Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow
Kindergartners from Golden City performed the National Anthem prior to Thursday night’s contest between the Eagles and Liberal Bulldogs in the 70th Annual Golden City Tournament. Golden City hosts annual basketball tournament
    January 16, 2026
    The Lamar eighth grade Lady Tigers basketball team earned back-to-back Big 8 Conference Champs 2025-2026. They also won second place in the Wild West Tournament. Lamar ended the season with a record of 16-2, while outscoring their opponents 840-242. Pictured are, front row, left to right, Karma Carter, Rylee Gordon, Hadlee Combs; back row, left to right, Harpor Steinkamp, Mya Castle, Taylor Caruthers, Zoey Timmons, Haydn Steinkamp and Coach Laura LaSalle. Lamar eighth grade Tigers are back-to-back champs
    January 6, 2026
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    Letter to editor
    January 6, 2026
    Dear Editor,We would like to thank the many friends and family of Dan Werner that donated in his name to the Barton County Memorial Park after his passing on December 6. I...
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