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Friends of the Polk County Library will hold their fall book sale on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24 and 25, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the library in Bolivar.
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10/15/25
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The Bolivar R-1 School District is excited to announce that construction has begun on a major expansion to the Bolivar Schools Early Childhood Learning Center (ECLC).
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10/10/25
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Coming of phone-age in complicated times
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By Gwen Rockwood
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10/10/25
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How well do you know Polk County?
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10/10/25
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Monday, Oct. 13 — Closed in observance of Columbus Day.
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10/10/25
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This November 11, the Polk County Genealogical Society (PCGS) will be honoring Veterans with a display of carnations on the front steps of their building. Individuals will have the opportunity to purchase a carnation to honor a veteran. A card will be attached to the carnation with the veteran’s name and service information. Then PCGS volunteers will place the carnations on the steps of the PCGS Research Facility early on November 11. Any veteran whether living or deceased may be honored.
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10/10/25
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The annual Fair Play Carnival will be from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, in the high school gymnasium.
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10/10/25
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Friends of the Polk County Library will hold their fall book sale on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24 and 25, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the library in Bolivar.
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10/10/25
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The Polk County Courthouse will be closed on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in observance of the Columbus Day Holiday.
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10/10/25
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Meet the Hairdo Crew! Pixie, Bob, Braid, and Shag are four stylish siblings with big personalities and a hairstyle theme to match. These kittens are a little spicy and still learning to trust people, but with ongoing socialization, they’re already starting to come out of their shells. They’ll need patient adopters who can help them build confidence—but with time and love, they’ll grow into affectionate, playful companions. Think of it as a makeover, inside and out! Ready to help a kitten glow up? Come meet the Hairdo Crew!
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10/10/25
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Friday, Oct. 10
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10/10/25
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The family of Donna Selvey will host a 90th birthday celebration on Sunday, Oct. 12. The reception is from 2-4:30 p.m., at Zion Lutheran Church, 600 East Aldrich Road, Bolivar. Please omit gifts but cards would be appreciated.
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10/10/25
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On Monday, Oct. 6, at 3 p.m. there was a two-car accident on Route D, one mile north of Bolivar.
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By Linda Simmons
linda.simmons@bolivarmonews.com
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10/10/25
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The Bolivar City Fire Department is inviting the public to a traditional “wet down, push in” ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, to celebrate the department’s new fire engine and officially put the apparatus into service.
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10/10/25
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The Citizens Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is hosting a Book & Gift Fair Oct. 14-15 on the second floor of the Kerry & Synda Douglas Medical Center, 1155 W. Parkview St. in Bolivar. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 14, and 7 a.m.-2 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 15.
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10/10/25
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Talk with MDC staff about hunting regulations, efforts to keep Missouri deer healthy, and deer management on private land.
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10/10/25
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True Charity is teaming up with Polk County Cares, Community Outreach Ministries, Polk County Health Center, CMH, Community Connections, and Grand Missouri Bank for a Community Workshop aimed at fostering more effective, compassionate responses to poverty. True Charity, a national organization dedicated to championing a resurgence of civil society in the fight against poverty, will bring their team of experts to share seven key principles, blending philosophy with practical solutions.
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10/10/25
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Exciting new Off-Leash Dog Park under construction in Bolivar.
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10/10/25
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The Bolivar Golf Course was bustling with energy on Saturday, Sept. 6, as it hosted the highly competitive SWCCCA Cross Country meet. More than 2,000 runners from over 80 high schools and 60 middle school teams from across the region competed in a day filled with races. Bolivar’s Cross Country teams turned in strong performances across all divisions.
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10/10/25
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As black bears search for food in the fall, intentionally feeding them puts people and property at risk, and can lead to the bear’s death.
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10/10/25
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It can take some planning to winter-proof your life and decide what contractors you might need to hire for help. However, a few preventative measures during the fall months can help you avoid waking up to a broken furnace, frozen pipes or a deflated tire.
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10/10/25
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Elizabeth “Liz” Anne Francka - Feb. 14, 1959-Oct. 6, 2025
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10/10/25
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Margaret Sue Ramsey
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10/10/25
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