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Built by neighbors, sustained by community

By NADINE PATTISONCommunity, at its core, can be defined as a social group united by something shared, whether that be geography, values, culture, traditions or common...

Six reasons to get help for your mental health

By STAN POPOVICHMany people underestimate the impact that mental illness can have on an individual or family. It can be difficult to admit that you have a mental health...

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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: 5-20,27,6-3,10 Goggin Service by Publication

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURI JUVENILE DIVISION In the Matter of: K. L. G. dob: 04/19/2026 Case No. 26B4-JU00008 NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY...

2026: 5-27,6-3,10,17 Brooks Trustee's Sale

TRUSTEE’S SALEIN RE: Jeff A Brooks and Kathy D Brooks, husband and wife Trustee’s Sale:For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust...

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Built by neighbors, sustained by community

By NADINE PATTISONCommunity, at its core, can be defined as a social group united by something shared, whether that be geography, values, culture, traditions or common...

Jane Moyer is pictured at the White House on the right with First Lady Melania Trump’s assistant Emily and her husband during the reception in honor of the volunteers. Melania gave a wonderful speech, thanking each volunteer for their participation.

Lamar designer Jane Moyer returns from decorating White House

Jane Moyer, local interior designer, recently traveled to Washington, D.C. as part of the volunteer team chosen to transform the White House for...

Lamar High School seniors Lilly Hill, Baylee Heckadon and Lydia Nolting showed off their painting skills during Senior Service Day held Wednesday, May 13. The trio are helping with painting at the Lamar Christian Church. There were many other seniors being kept busy around town as well. Senior Service Day is always a big help to the community and is very much appreciated.

Senior Service Day aids community

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 High School seniors Lilly Hill, Baylee Heckadon and Lydia Nolting showed off their painting skills during Senior Service Day held Wednesday, May 13. The trio are helping with painting at the Lamar Christian Church. There were many other seniors being kept busy around town as well. Senior Service Day is always a big help to the community and is very much appreciated.

Senior Service Day aids community

The Lamar Police Department and Missouri Department of Conservation recently held their Fish With A Cop for Lamar sixth grade students. The event is held at Wheeler Park and the weather couldn’t have any better. Following a time for the students to try their hand at fishing, the Department of Conservation furnished a fried fish meal with all the fixins.

Popular “Fish With a Cop” held for Lamar sixth graders

Sousa named to SNHU President's List

MANCHESTER, NH- Jorden Sousa of Lamar, Mo. has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s (SNHU) Spring 2026 President's List. The spring terms run from January to...

Barton County Senior Center Lunch Menu

May 18-22MONDAY- German meatballs with sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, green beans with onions, baked apples with cinnamon, whole grain roll, coffee/tea/milk.TUESDAY- Sweet...

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...

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Lamar's Rowdy Davison reaches base safely in a close play at first base during tournament action Saturday. The Lamar City Park was busy with multiple age groups occupying nearly every field during the large tournament. Davison and his teammates won the 10 and under championship.

Lamar has great showing at Sandlot Baseball tournament

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

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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