In addition to the family-friendly celebrations and recognition that are central to Polk County’s signature tribute to the beef industry, Missouri Beef Days 2023 will also include three special presentations designed to educate the public about beef and other ag-related topics. more

The Morrisville FFA Chapter will be hosting the annual Morrisville Livestock Show and BBQ Cook Off on Friday, May 19 and Saturday, May 20. more

The Polk County Cattlemen’s Association will be meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 13, at the CMH Community Room. more

The Polk County University of Missouri Extension will hold a Container and Raised Bed Gardening Workshop on Monday, April 24. The workshop will be held at the Polk County Fairgrounds, 4560 S 100th Rd., Bolivar. It will begin at 6 p.m. and conclude at approximately 8 p.m. more

What could possibly be better than an exciting night of rodeo action under the Ozarks stars? more

The Polk County Cattlemen’s Association will be meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 13, at the CMH Community Room. more

Thursday, March 30, the Missouri Beef Days fashion show had something for everyone. The event was standing room only, models showing area boutiques newest fashions just in time for the May event. more

The Polk County Cattlemen’s Association will be meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 13, at the CMH Community Room. more

The 2023 edition of Missouri Beef Days will feature several new activities this year, including one very special pastime among midwestern cattlemen – Cowboy Church. more

The Greater Polk County Farmers Market is inviting the community to their 15-Year Celebration Easter Family Fun Day from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 15. more

The Polk County Clover Kids met for their March meeting on the evening of Thursday, March 16. The Clover Kids explored chemistry by making ink using Kool-Aid. They made ink stamped prints that they framed with hand embellished creations (frames).  more

From his activity in the Kiwanis to his time as a public servant in the County Clerk’s Office, among his many other roles, Bill Bob Kallenbach has been known far and wide throughout Polk County and the surrounding area. more

Running from May 6-13, Missouri Beef Days 2023 will feature a whole slate of fun activities for everyone throughout the week, in addition to regular events designed to educate the public about Missouri’s contributions to the beef industry and appreciate those who work in it. more

See what’s going on in Polk County! Mark your calendars for these upcoming events. Some events may require registration or admission fees; please contact the organization for more details. more

Local McDonald’s restaurants are now accepting nominations for a new McDonald’s Agriculture Awards Program. Now through March 22, members of the community can nominate students studying agriculture to be considered for one of ten $500 scholarships. Nominations can be submitted online at surveymonkey.com/r/mcdagawards. more

See what’s going on in Polk County! Mark your calendars for these upcoming events. Some events may require registration or admission fees; please contact the organization for more details. more

Featuring a variety of fashionable western wear from casual rodeo styles to fancy cowboy bling, the new Missouri Beef Days Fashion Show will showcase plenty of options from local merchants to help patrons prepare for all MBD events. The added event, presented by Craig Lehman Shelter Insurance, is set for Thursday, March 30 at the Bolivar Elks Lodge, 1999 W. Broadway. Doors open at 5 p.m. with the show starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are $7.80 online at missouribeefdays.com and include small bites, drinks, and a gift bag. more

Last month, Bolivar High School student Caleb Simpson, son of Sandy and Alan Simpson, competed and won first place in the Missouri Young Farmer/Young Farm Wives state-level speech contest in Osage Beach. more

Local 4-H members have been recognized for their achievements and long-standing commitment to the organization. more

The annual Polk County Livestock and Forages Conference will be held, Monday, March 20. It will be held at the Sacred Heart Church-McKenna Hall beginning at 6 p.m. with a dinner.  more

The Polk County Cattlemen will hold a meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 9 in the Citizens Memorial Hospital Community Room. more

RBW Agricultural LLC is now a dealer for Rhino Ag tractor implements. more

MISSOURI BEEF DAYS 2023 TO BE BIGGER AND BETTER THAN LAST YEAR, more

Friday, Feb. 24, the Bolivar FFA chapter wrapped up their week of special events with Drive Your Tractor to School! Little tractors, big tractors, green, yellow and orange tractors, the event was a fun time for all. more

Today, Feb. 22, we celebrate the birth in 1732 of our nation’s first president, Gen. George Washington, commander of the victorious Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, president of the constitutional convention of 1787 and the man we honor as the father of our country. more