The Bolivar Police Department hopes to encourage neighborly relationships and share free fun for families and folks of all ages at an upcoming community event. more

The Polk County Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 24. The topic will be “Museum Treasures” presented by Jean Pufahl Vincent. more

Hazel’s Sweet Treats more

Saturday, July 12, young and old alike enjoyed being served ice cream by the Fair Play Betterment Association. Rain clouds circled the event, but the crowd didn’t let that stand in their way to enjoying the social and bidding at the dessert auction. The annual event is to raise money for city projects. more

The Bolivar Saddle Club were proud to honor 99-year-old veteran, Paul Mincks, at the annual Gaited Horse Show, Saturday, July 5. more

Herbert Albert Nelson Jr. more

The loss of a loved one can have powerful effects on each of us. If you are looking for a caring small group in which to find support, encouragement, and help, then our GriefShare groups might be just the thing you are looking for. This program is a grief support group that features Christ-centered, biblical teaching that focuses on grief topics associated with the death of a loved one. The DVD seminar features nationally respected grief experts, counselors, and real-life stories of people just like you, followed by a small group discussion about what was seen on the DVD. more

Ronald “Ronnie” Dean Hunt more

Gerald “Jerry” Wayne Cooper more

OATS Transit is currently offering regular transportation services to rural residents of any age. To schedule a ride or to inquire about services available in your area, please call the OATS Transit office at 417-887-9272 or 800-770-6287. You can also visit our website at www.oatstransit.org, where you can find your local schedule by clicking on your county under the “Bus Schedules” tab. OATS Transit is available to the rural general public of any age, including seniors and individuals with disabilities. Additionally, we contract with various agencies to serve their clients. We are also hiring drivers statewide, so please share this opportunity with anyone you know who would make an excellent driver, allowing us to continue serving our passengers. more

Mary Sue “Susie” Cassett more

INSIDE TODAY’S ISSUE more

DEATHS more

“Foot rot can lead to cattle lameness resulting in lost performance and profitability for your cattle operation,” says Patrick Davis MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist. As cattle spend time in the pond and streams to cool themselves during summer this can lead to foot rot. Davis will discuss foot rot and give prevention and treatment options. more

University of Missouri livestock and forage specialists are reporting ergot infestations that can cause major losses in livestock, said MU Extension state specialist in veterinary toxicology and animal health Tim Evans. more

Glen Dale Copeland more

The Bolivar Herald-Free Press invites residents to send their engagement, wedding, baby, and other milestone announcements. more

All meals are free for those who are 18 years old and younger. Adults can purchase a meal for $1 after all the children have been served. Meals are served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. more

Why even the Man of Steel needs dog kisses more

After three “Jurassic Park” movies and three “Jurassic World” movies, it seems the time has come to kickstart the “Jurassic” franchise again with “Jurassic World: Rebirth.” I’ll give the franchise credit for recognizing that there was no need to continue with the Chris Pratt or Bryce Dallas Howard characters from the last three movies, who were widely seen as uninteresting. Even the more popular “classic” characters played by Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum are probably best taking this movie off after fans got sufficiently caught up with them in 2022’s “Jurassic World: Dominion.” Good on this movie for coming up with a new set of heroes. I can’t say I always cared for the story, action, or generally the movie around them, but the movie is better for having them. more

The annual Halfway Antique-Farm Stock-Classic Tractor Pull will be held on Saturday, July 12, at the Lions Club grounds in Halfway. Weigh in starts at 1 p.m. with the first class of tractors pulling at 6 p.m. All proceeds go towards community projects and facility maintenance. Trophies will be presented to the top four finishers in each class. Admission is $5 per person, 10 and under free. Bring your lawn chairs! Concessions such as grilled hamburgers, pulled pork, brats and homemade pie will be available. Contact Casey Jones at 417-328-9051 or Dean Voris at 417-399-3665 for more information. more

POLICE REPORTS more

Monday, July 14 — Celebration Day! Chicken salad sandwich on WG bun, potato slad, cucumbers and tomatoes, ice cream. more

Grace Natalie Gibbs more

The American Legion Post 138 will have the monthly Fish Fry on Friday, July 18, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. more