Scott Dennis, PA-C, shifts focus to BFCC walk-in care more

SBU Athletics are accepting nominations for the Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Nominations will be accepted now through the end of February. Nominees must have finished at SBU, at least five years prior to being nominated. more

Connie Tweedy was the winner of the gift card to Brenda’s Cafe after winning the January I-Spy game, correctly guessing Stellar Real Estate. Connie is proof that reading the paper doesn’t just provide you with news and entertainment, it can pay off as well. more

How well do you know Polk County? more

Monday, Feb. 3, the Polk County Extension Council held their annual meeting and dinner. Along with swearing in the new officers, they recognized the Century Farm families and the Polk County State Fair family. more

Bolivar High School is gearing up for an electrifying Courtwarming 2025 more

The boys varsity team had their turn in the Ozark Mountain tournament on Saturday, and brought home their share of hardware. more

Darrell Fender more

Monday, Feb. 10 — Celebration Day! Goulash, side salad, roll, WG apple crisp. more

Citizens Memorial Hospital is offering a new support group for individuals who have experienced a miscarriage or infant loss. A six-week bereavement class will begin Thursday, Feb. 20. more

The Bolivar Wal-Mart was abuzz with activity Wednesday night as a sting to catch a predator became dramatic. more

DEATHS more

Deaths more

Wayne West more

John F. Hogan more

CIVIL PETITIONS more

The 90th Bolivar Liberator Basketball Tournament finished a three-day whirlwind of competition on Feb. 1, 2025. more

Boys more

It’s February and I think we are all ready for it after everything Mother Nature threw at us in January. It has been so nice to be able to take our recycling to the new indoor facility location. Hopefully we won’t have many more days of single digit temperatures, but keep in mind that the recycling portion of the building will be closed during those few times that happens. The crew there does a great job of assisting those of us who bring in our items to recycle and we need to be sure to express our appreciation to them. A simple thank you and a kind word or two can go a long way in helping someone have a better day no matter where you are. If kindness is contagious, let’s have an epidemic! more

One of Missouri’s larger birds of prey is a common, yet interesting, winter wildlife sighting for people who drive along the area’s gravel roads and highways. more

The Polk County Democrats will host their meeting on Feb. 17 at Basil & Bourbon at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is optional for those who want to eat and fellowship before the meeting at 5:15 p.m. The agenda will include updates on legislative activities, local charitable activities, and setting our goals for the year. more

The absentee ballots for the April General Municipal Election will be ready for voting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025. The Polk County Clerk’s office will be open 8 a.m to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday and open through the lunch hour for absentee voting. Those casting a ballot by mail must make sure their written and signed request states the reason for voting absentee and an address to which the ballot should be mailed. Those requesting ballots by mail must make sure their written request for a ballot arrives at the County Clerk’s office by 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, 2025. The deadline for casting an absentee ballot in person at the County Clerk’s office is 5 p.m. the day before the election, Monday, April 7, 2025. The County Clerk’s office will also be open for absentee voting on Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 8 a.m. to noon. more

The Pleasant Hope School District is excited to announce that Pleasant Hope High School Social Studies Teacher, Mr. Timothy McBride, is one of only 91 educators across Missouri selected to participate in the inaugural class of the Personalized Competency-Based Master more

Bolivar High School is proud to announce the Tools for Tomorrow scholarship, a new initiative aimed at supporting BHS graduates pursuing careers in Career and Technical Education (CTE) fields. This scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance for the tools and equipment necessary for students entering professions such as nursing, welding, teaching, automotive repair, and more. more

The Bolivar Community Teachers Association is now accepting applications for the Spring 2025 student-teaching scholarship. Bolivar High School graduates currently involved in a student-teaching experience should contact Renee Shelenhamer at Bolivar Primary School (326-5247) or rshelenhamer@bolivarschools.org for an application. more