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Cox Barton County recognized among nation’s Top 20

Cox Barton County Hospital has earned national distinction as one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) in the nation for overall performance, the highest...

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
The lunch crowd was in abundance for Picnic in the Park on Thursday, April 23, at the Lamar City Park. The food trucks were also available that evening, in order that everyone may have a chance to enjoy what they have to offer. Many times people enjoy both lunch and dinner! The next food trucks will be at Picnic in the Park on Thursday, May 28. Be sure to patronize them, you won’t be disappointed.

Picnic in the Park enjoyed by many

Beth Bazal, director of the Harry S Truman Birthplace, presented a program at the Region 9 meeting of the Barton County Retired Educators on April 20.

Local Retired Teachers Association hosts Region 9 meeting

The Region 9 area meeting for the Missouri Retired Teachers Association was held at the First Christian Church in Lamar on Monday, April 20....

Missouri Century Farm deadline extended to May 15

COLUMBIA, Mo.- If your farm has been in your family since December 31, 1926, it’s not too late to apply for recognition as a Missouri Century Farm.Due to technical issues...

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
The Barton County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Cottage Path Quilting, located at 208 W. 12th St., Suites 5 and 6, in Lamar. Cottage Path Quilting is a Longarm quilting service located in Lamar that offers digital Edge-2-Edge quilting. Binding services are available, as well as custom start to finish quilts including T-shirt or memory quilts. They serve local quilters, as well as mail-in quilts. Be sure to watch for additional information regarding classes and services that they offer. For more information visit the Cottage Path Quilting facebook page, go to cottagepathquilting.com or call 417-214-5492.

Chamber holds ribbon cutting at Cottage Path Quilting

Tina VanKirk was named 2025-2026 District Classified Staff Member of the Year for the Lamar R-1 School District. Pictured are, left to right, West Elementary Principal Carlie Brown, Executive Director of Special Services Piper Stewart, VanKirk and Lamar R-1 School Superintendent Brian Gillis.

VanKirk recognized by Lamar R-1 School

Lamar R-1 School Superintendent Brian Gillis has announced that Tina VanKirk has been named 2025-2026 District Classified Staff Member of the Year....

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Lamar City Clerk Felicia Costley swore in the newly elected officials for two year terms. Pictured are, left to right, Rocky McCullough, Ward One; Jeff Dimond, Ward Two; Logan Powell, Ward Three and Colton Higgins, Ward Four.

SB40 Board grants Park Board money for playground equipment

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratThe Lamar City Council met for two sessions Monday evening, April 20; with the first one including outgoing aldermen...

Arrest made by Lamar PD following joint investigation

The Lamar Police Department arrested Brandon J. Pruente, 36, Aurora, on Friday, April 17, on charges of Sodomy/Attempted Sodomy in the First Degree.The arrested followed...

Truman Day to feature patriotic parade

Barton Mutual Insurance Company is sponsoring the first Truman Day Patriotic Parade, to be held in conjunction with the Barton County Chamber of Commerce’s Truman Day. This...

Lamar Democrat/Melody Metzger
Pictured are those instrumental in procuring the local YMCA, as well as the advisory board that guided them along the way and representatives of CoxHealth. Following a presentation of $175,000, it was announced that the name of the YMCA would be CoxHealth Family YMCA. Left to right are, advisory board members Susan Ray and Pam Maberry; Dr. Joseph Wilson; advisory board member Elizabeth Davis; Andrea McKay – president of Cox Barton County Hospital; Susan Roland; Jonathan Roberts; Kyle Brown, vice-president of Marketing and Communications at CoxHealth; advisory board members Lisa Banks and Christy Heins; Rosie Hubbard, administrative director of nursing at Cox Barton; advisory board members Joel Dermott and Eric England and Kyley Metcalf, clinic manager Medical One Clinic.

Dream becomes reality with groundbreaking at new YMCA

By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratA longtime dream for many in the community came to fruition at 12 noon on Thursday, April 16, as the Barton County...

Missouri 4-H honors volunteers who prepare youth for the future

COLUMBIA, Mo.- Missouri 4-H recognizes the dedication of more than 5,800 volunteers who invest time and energy to mentor and guide young people.Thanks to their commitment,...

Vision Solutions to host 14th Annual Frame Extravaganza

LAMAR- Eye care provider Vision Solutions is excited to invite the community to its 14th Annual Frame Extravaganza on Thursday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its Lamar...

Lamar Coin and Collector Show to be held on Truman Day

LAMAR- The Lamar Coin and Collectors Show returns to the Thiebaud Auditorium, 105 E. 11th Street, on Saturday, May 2, to celebrate Truman Day and the Semiquincentennial of...

CoxHealth partners with Lamar Family YMCA

CoxHealth marked a major milestone for community health on Thursday, April 16, by announcing a transformational partnership with the Lamar Family YMCA during a...

Photo by Barton County Chamber of Commerce/Kristy Robertson
A ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration was held at 12 noon on Friday, April 17, as the Barton County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Bumper to Bumper to their new location at 902 W. 12th St., in Lamar. A table full of snacks and swag was offered to those attending the celebration. They welcome you to stop by their new location to check them out. They are open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12 noon.

Ribbon cutting held at new Bumper to Bumper location

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