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    God makes changes

    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist Church"We can try to be the change we wish to see, or...

    God makes changes
    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist Church"We can try to be the change we wish to see, or...
    Barton Mutual Insurance Company recently made donations to the Liberal School District. Brian King presents a check for $20,000 to Liberal R-2 Superintendent of Schools Barry Yokom to be used for new electronic signs at the high school and elementary schools. King also presented a check for $10,000 to the Liberal High School chapter of FFA that will be used to help fund the students trip to attend the Washington Leadership Conference. Pictured, from left, Ben Dingman, Madison King, Joy Krueth, Brian King, Barry Yokum and Payton Lair.

    Donations made by Liberal R-2 supporters

    Donations made by Liberal R-2 supporters
    Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow
The Lamar Tigers recently pulled out an exciting 74-65 overtime victory over visiting Monett. Here senior Talon Timmons pulls up for a jump shot. Timmons has been a key factor in the Tigers success this season.

    Lamar pulls off exciting overtime win

    Lamar pulls off exciting overtime win

    Golden City FFA Advisor Lee selected semi-finalist

    Michael Lee, FFA advisor at Golden City R-3, has been selected as one of 18 semi-finalists,...

    Golden City FFA Advisor Lee selected semi-finalist
    Michael Lee, FFA advisor at Golden City R-3, has been selected as one of 18 semi-finalists,...
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    International Women’s Day: Thriving after gray divorceMarch 2, 2026This article was written by...
    An Award of Excellence plaque was presented to Barton County Library Director Carol Darrow at the library’s recent board meeting. The plaque was in recognition of the growth and service to the community. The presentation was made by Lamar CB representatives on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the Mary K. Finley Library Conference Room. The specific service recognized was the library’s Summer Reading Program.

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    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist Church This week's word centers around the word...

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    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist Church This week's word centers around the word...
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    Columns
    God makes changes
    February 27, 2026
    By REV. DR. JACK SLADECornerstone Baptist Church"We can try to be the change we wish to see, or we can ask Jesus to change us into people he uses...
    Donna’s Dialog
    February 27, 2026
    By DONNA WESCOTTHi everyone! Well, it’s the last week of February and these last two days have been so nice. I had purchased six solar lights like you put in a flower bed...
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    Government
    Property transfers
    February 23, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed February 18, 2026. Stanley Blanchard and Shelia Blanchard to Christopher Dixon, STR 3-33-30 /SE/SE, STR 3-33-30 /SW/SE.Warranty Deed, filed February...
    Property transfers
    February 17, 2026
    Warranty Deed, filed February 10, 2026. Glenda Epple to Trevon Riley and Brittany Riley, STR 22-32-30 /NW/SE.Warranty Deed, filed February 13, 2026. Rick Oeltjen, Pam...
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    Legals
    2026 LEGAL 3-4 Central Township-2x7
    February 26, 2026
    2026: 3-4,11,18,25 J.J.G. Service by Publication
    February 26, 2026
    Notice Upon Order for Service by PublicationIN THE 28TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURIJudge or Division:JACOB MICHAEL DAWSONCase Number 25B4-JU00043In the...
    2026: 3-4,11,18,25 Rose Filing of Final Settlement
    February 23, 2026
    IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF BARTON COUNTY, MISSOURIPROBATE DIVISIONIn the Estate ofMARILYN KAY ROSE,Deceased.Estate No. 25B4-PR00035NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND...
    News
    Barton Mutual Insurance Company recently made donations to the Liberal School District. Brian King presents a check for $20,000 to Liberal R-2 Superintendent of Schools Barry Yokom to be used for new electronic signs at the high school and elementary schools. King also presented a check for $10,000 to the Liberal High School chapter of FFA that will be used to help fund the students trip to attend the Washington Leadership Conference. Pictured, from left, Ben Dingman, Madison King, Joy Krueth, Brian King, Barry Yokum and Payton Lair. Donations made by Liberal R-2 supporters
    February 27, 2026
    Golden City FFA Advisor Lee selected semi-finalist
    February 27, 2026
    Michael Lee, FFA advisor at Golden City R-3, has been selected as one of 18 semi-finalists, earning a certificate, a backpack and a $250 cash prize...
    Progress deadline is fast approaching
    February 26, 2026
    By MELODY METZGERLamar DemocratCopy for the paper’s annual Progress edition is slowly drifting in, with promise of more to come. The deadline for this special edition is...
    Obituaries
    MARCIA GWEN GRIFFITT
    February 26, 2026
    Marcia Gwen Griffitt, of Lamar, MO, departed this life on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the age of 76.She was born on May 29, 1949 in Lamar, MO...
    DIXIE POINTER
    February 23, 2026
    Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, at Konantz Warden Funeral Home for Dixie Pointer.Visit www.konantzwarde.com.
    REV. JOHN MESSENGER SWATOSH
    February 19, 2026
    Rev. John Messenger Swatosh, age 82, entered eternal rest on February 15, 2026, at 4:26 p.m., surrounded by his loving family.John was born in 1943...
    Schools
    Barton Mutual Insurance Company recently made donations to the Liberal School District. Brian King presents a check for $20,000 to Liberal R-2 Superintendent of Schools Barry Yokom to be used for new electronic signs at the high school and elementary schools. King also presented a check for $10,000 to the Liberal High School chapter of FFA that will be used to help fund the students trip to attend the Washington Leadership Conference. Pictured, from left, Ben Dingman, Madison King, Joy Krueth, Brian King, Barry Yokum and Payton Lair. Donations made by Liberal R-2 supporters
    February 27, 2026
    Golden City FFA Advisor Lee selected semi-finalist
    February 27, 2026
    Michael Lee, FFA advisor at Golden City R-3, has been selected as one of 18 semi-finalists, earning a certificate, a backpack and a $250 cash prize...
    Cassady, daughter of Cody and Stele Johnston, is the sixth grade Lamar Middle School Student of the Week. Cassady’s favorite part of school is Mr. Castle’s Social Studies class. She participates in softball, basketball, volleyball and FCA. Cassady has cats and dogs. Students of the week
    February 24, 2026
    Social
    Joplin Little Theatre to present Alice @ Wonderland
    February 23, 2026
    JOPLIN- Joplin Little Theatre continues its 2025–26 season with Alice @ Wonderland, a modern-day retelling inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic story. Directed by Bethany...
    Oakton Annual Soup Supper
    February 23, 2026
    Oakton Church’s Annual Soup Supper will be held Tuesday, March 10, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.Ham ‘n beans, vegetable soup and chili, plus cornbread and a variety of delicious...
    Barton County Senior Center Lunch Menu
    February 23, 2026
    March 2-6MONDAY- Swiss steak with tomatoes and onions, roasted potatoes, carrots, tropical fruit, wheat roll, coffee/tea/milk.TUESDAY- Chicken stuffing casserole, roasted...
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The Lamar Tigers recently pulled out an exciting 74-65 overtime victory over visiting Monett. Here senior Talon Timmons pulls up for a jump shot. Timmons has been a key factor in the Tigers success this season. Lamar pulls off exciting overtime win
    February 27, 2026
    Lamar Democrat/Chris Morrow
Liberal High School senior Monnica Johnson was crowned 2025-26 Basketball Homecoming Queen Friday night prior to the Bulldogs 72-50 win over Osceola. She is pictured with her escort Elam Beaman. The Lady Bulldogs dropped their contest prior to the coronation, 58-33. Johnson crowned Liberal homecoming queen
    February 20, 2026
    Photos courtesy of Catherine Williams
The Bulldogs came ready to do battle on Senior Night against the Archie Whilrlwinds. They were down at the half, but got their wind back and took Archie for a ride that ended in a 59-52 victory. Seniors on the team include Elam Beaman, Kase Marti, Kaidon Simpson, Aaron Stanfield and Cody Suschnick. Bulldogs take Archie for a ride on Senior Night
    February 18, 2026
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