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Receiving the Pioneer Award, Don Roberts, with Matt Henenberg, Gov. Mike Parson, Mary Grace Warden, and Ed Vest.
MISSOURI BEEF DAYS OFF TO STRONG START; EVENTS CONTINUE THROUGH SATURDAY
The City of Bolivar recently updated policies surrounding its Annual Citywide Cleanup. This year, all items must be placed by curbs by 6 a.m. Monday, April 29. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS
Annual Citywide Cleanup set for April 29
Long time SBU tennis coach John Bryant is set to be inducted into the 2024 MIAA Hall of Fame.
Tim Francka. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

CMH Foundation announces leadership changes

Tim Francka was named the administrative director of long-term care at Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation. He oversees all CMH Foundation long-term care, residential care and independent living facilities.
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CMH opens CMH Health & Wellness Clinic March 4

Citizens Memorial Hospital launched a new medical clinic March 4. The clinic provides wellness visits for patients without a primary care provider and hospital transitional care services for patients without primary care support.
The court, front row Finnleigh Anderson, Esmerelda Jones, Ellie Same, Ellie Thomas, Abbey DuVall, Ayden Spotila, Megan Howard, Sophia Garber, Denver Dooley; back row, Bella Essay, Kanton Fisher, Remmer Carr, Seth Martin, Trenton Patke, Drake Durham, Ethan Graves, Jason Wilkinson, Gardner Casey, Emma Goodman.

Courtwarming 2024

After a weather delay, the Liberators celebrated their 2024 Courtwarming on Tuesday, Feb. 20. 
Dr. Michael Methvin. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

DR. MICHAEL METHVIN NAMED NEW SUPERINTENDENT OF BOLIVAR R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT

BOLIVAR, Mo - The Bolivar R-1 School District is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Michael Methvin as its new superintendent. Dr. Methvin brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in educational leadership to his new role.
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Election

Democrats to meet

Polk County Democrats will meet Monday May 20, at Smith's Restaurant. Dinner is optional at 5:30 p.m. with the regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. We will be discussing several items on the agenda. Please bring a friend and join us for good food and fellowship. No guest speaker at this time. All fellow Democrats are encouraged to attend.

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Cavalry’s Family Bible Week

“Let Your Light So Shine” will be the theme for Calvary’s Family Bible Week scheduled for June 3-7, at the church beginning at 6 p.m. each evening. The evening will include Bible lessons, crafts, activities, and music for everyone age six thru adults. The church is located at 123 Canton and for more information please contact Mike Calhoun at 417-399-4827 or Giana Andrews at 417-327-2777, or check the Calvary Missionary Baptist Church Facebook page.

Mitchell Cemetery Meeting

The Mitchell Campground/Cemetery will hold its annual business meeting on Sunday, May 26. A service will begin at 2 p.m. and the business meeting will follow. For more information, contact Sherrie Mosher at 417-298-0396.

Decoration day at Schofield Cemetery

The Schofield Cemetery Association will hold Decoration Day services on Sunday May 26, 2024 starting at 10:30 a.m. Bro. Jerry Crain will bring the memorial message followed by the Annual Cemetery Association meeting.

Goff Cemetery Association meeting

The meeting of the Goff Cemetery Association has been changed this year to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 19 at the Cemetery Gazebo where it is usually held. Anyone interested is welcome to the meeting. Donations may be dropped off at 930 S Springfield at any time or given to any trustee. Questions may be directed to Kevin Holt, president at 417-777-1870 or Giana Andrews, treasurer at 417-327-2777.

Antioch Cemetery

Antioch Cemetery of Pittsburg is seeking donations to help with the maintenance and upkeep of cemetery grounds.

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Sports

Lady Liberators Overtake Osage

Bolivar goalkeeper Aby Kaufmann goes up for a save on an Osage free kick. Kaufmann had five saves on the night.
After a disappointing loss on the road to Logan Rogersville Monday night, April 29, the Lady Liberators recovered with a solid win at home against School of the Osage on Tuesday, April 30.

Rex Brown award winners

SBU athletics department announced Issac Scroggins and Kallyn Stumbo as this years’ Rex Brown award winners as announced at the 2nd annual Purple Carpet Premiere.
# 8 Senior Levi Marshall hits against Walnut Grove during the game on Tuesday, April 23. Pleasant Hope won 10-3. STAFF PHOTO/MIKE KOOTZ

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The Garber sisters, Ellen (#5) and Sophia (#14), celebrate Sophia’s first varsity goal that followed a free kick from Ellen in the game at Fair Grove. STAFF PHOTO/ANNIE THOMAS

Soccer Sisters

Coaches often work to build a team that feels like family. For six soccer Lady Liberators, it is family. Three sets of sisters currently suit up for Bolivar and at times this season, they’ve comprised over half of the 11 positions on the field. With girls representing all four grade levels at BHS, junior Ellen Garber, freshman Sophia Garber, senior Ese Jones, junior Julia Jones, senior Ellie Thomas, and sophomore Josie Thomas are soaking up this one season all six get to share.
Sophomore keeper Aby Kaufmann makes another save in goal for the Lady Liberators. STAFF PHOTOS/ANNIE THOMAS

Liberators Compete but Fall to Falcons

Bolivar soccer returned to their home pitch Tuesday, April 23 to host conference opponent Glendale in a 2-4 match, dropping only their third loss on the season.
Senior forward Claire Giglio works to keep position on her defender before settling the ball for an attack.

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Freshman defender Abby Clark fights to win control of the ball. STAFF PHOTO/ANNIE THOMAS

Lady LIberators continue to battle

When the soccer Lady Liberators last met the Lady Bulldogs in Rolla during the 2023 season, they were on the receiving end of a 1-9 loss. Playing host to this conference opponent last Tuesday, April 16, Bolivar was looking for some redemption. In their fifth game in as many days, the Lady Liberators battled fatigue in addition to their on-field challengers. Bolivar fought to stay competitive in the first half keeping Rolla out of the goal but was unable to control possession and convert shots themselves.
Jason Wilkinson clears the bar easily. STAFF PHOTO/BOB CAMPBELL

Southwest Baptist Bearcat Track Classic brings a large crowd to town

Southwest Baptist University hosted a 19-team class 4-5 boys and girls high school track meet on Monday, April 22.

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Conner Neal looks over the Trailblazer defense. STAFF PHOTO/BOB CAMPBELL

Liberators sectional dreams dashed by Father Tolton 73-36

On Tuesday, March 5, the Bolivar Liberators were looking to bring the amazing energy and teamwork that powered them through the district tournament to the state sectional game with Father Tolton Regional Catholic High School of Columbia.

Front row - Hannah Hale, Serenity Wade, Katelyn Sandidge, Destiny Larimer, Payton Gray, Manager. Back row - Chad Burton, Arieanna Larimer, Anna Everson, Anna Roller, Nora Everson, Lexi Clemons, Brian Gray
The Lady Knights of Polk County Christian School were recognized as state champions in division 4 for the girls Missouri Christian Schools Athletic Association ( MCSAA) basketball state championship.
Seth Martin beats the Buffalo defense for two. STAFF PHOTO/BOB CAMPBELL
The third seed in District 10 Class 4, the Bolivar Liberators challenged their neighbors the Buffalo Bison (4-20).
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The Shuler family is excited to announce that Connor Shuler, a Pleasant Hope High School ‘24 graduate, will be continuing his basketball career with Mid-America Nazarene University in Olathe, Kansas.
Drake Durham goes hard to the basket. STAFF PHOTO/BOB CAMPBELL
Thursday, Feb. 22, the Logan-Rogersville Wildcats (23-3) rolled into Bolivar to compete in the last regular season game for both teams.

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Opinion
The Marion C Early Class of 1964 will hold a 60th anniversary class reunion from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, June 7, in the FEMA Building of the MCE Campus from 4 to 7 pm.
My mother never made cinnamon rolls for breakfast or an apple pie for supper, leastways none that I can recall.
Writer puts a name to a fuzzy face
All Branches Closed May 8
Kathy’s Pasta and Savour, at 329 S. Main Ave, have been in Bolivar for years but came under new ownership in December, when husband and wife, Iris Pogue and Edward Cahoj, took over the business.

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School
As summer vacation comes to a close, it’s almost that time of year when parents rush to the stores for supplies and teachers dress up their classrooms to welcome back fresh-faced students.
While donations of supplies have poured in, organizers of Saturday’s Tenth Annual Polk County Back to School Extravaganza say more are always needed.
A Missouri State University student from Halfway was awarded for her success at the 2023 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate National Leadership Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 22-25.
Registration for all Humansville R-IV students will take place Aug. 9 through Aug.11, from 7:30 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration packets will be available for parent pick up starting Tuesday, Aug. 8.
Sullivan Bank in Pleasant Hope will be doing a school supply drive for the Pleasant Hope School District.

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Business
Enon cemetery will have decoration service Sunday May 12, at Enon Missionary Baptist Church. Services will start at 11 a.m. with Bro Martin Hosiner preaching.There will be a basket lunch following the morning service. The afternoon service will start at approximately 2 p.m. with a short business meeting followed by a sermon by Bro. Randy McCoy. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Auditions are now open for the annual Polk County’s Got Talent show, an event that recognizes local talent and raises funds for Community Outreach Ministries.
The Sew ‘n’ Sew Quilt Guild will meet Friday, May 17, at United Methodist Church, 105 E. Division Street. Please come to the east entrance into the Fellowship Hall. Social time begins at 9:30 a.m. with the program starting at 10 a.m. and the meeting to follow at 11 a.m. The program this month will be “The Perfect ¼ inch and The Perfect Prairie Points,” by Georgia Highley. All those interested in quilting are welcome.
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Bolivar Night at the Springfield Cardinals will return on Thursday, June 27 as the Springfield Cardinals face the Arkansas Travelers at 7:05 p.m. Sponsored by the Bolivar Area Chamber of Commerce, the popular annual event has been a chamber tradition since 2004.

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