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    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
    May 12, 2026

    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
    May 12, 2026
    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
    May 12, 2026

    Bathroom makeover initiative open to veterans
    May 11, 2026
    LAMAR- In honor of Memorial Day, 4 State Home Improvements, in partnership with Tiffany Marble International, the makers of the renowned Patriot Series Shower™, has...
    Verdella Church to hold event in conjunction with citywide
    May 11, 2026
    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...
    Photos by Catherine Williams Class 1 District 6 Track & Field Liberal Bulldog results
    May 11, 2026
    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...

    FCS Financial hits $1 million with 2026 scholarship awards
    May 11, 2026
    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...
    Celebrate more life
    May 8, 2026
    The American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Monday, June 1, 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, 1301 E. 6th St., Lamar.Come to give blood on this day...
    The crowd gathers at Truman's birthplace in anticipation of HST's arrival. Harry Truman visits Lamar for the last time
    May 8, 2026
    By JOE DAVISBarton County Historical SocietyI have a real love-hate relationship when it comes to writing these articles. I love when I get the...

    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
    May 8, 2026
    By ELAINE DAVIS4-H Program Youth AssociateCommunity Safety Net “Rural Safety” Smart Choices for Life was held April 30, in Liberal Elementary...

    State Historical Society announces fellowship opportunities
    May 7, 2026
    COLUMBIA, Mo.- The State Historical Society of Missouri is seeking proposals for two Gary R. Kremer Center for Missouri Studies fellowships to begin January 1, 2027. Each...
    Retired Educators hold final meeting for school year
    May 7, 2026
    Sixteen members of the Barton County Retired Educators met on Tuesday, May 5, for the last meeting of the 2025-26 school year. The meeting was held...

    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
    May 6, 2026
    Truman Day 2026 was a wonderful celebration honoring not only the birthday of Harry S. Truman, but also America’s 250th anniversary. In partnership...

    Photo by Barton County Chamber of Commerce/Kristy Robertson
The winner in the Toy category at the Truman Day Dog Show was Max, with owner Hailee. Truman Day Dog Show winners
    May 6, 2026

    Photos by Barton County Chamber of Commere/Kristy Robertson
The Truman Day Baby Show Grand Champion was Hazel Lair, daughter of Ryan Lair and Katie Page, Liberal. Truman Day Baby Show winners
    May 6, 2026

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