You probably do not realize this but someone is watching you. It may be your child or grandchild, other family members, friends, or neighbors. Maybe someone you don’t even know. more

Jack Lee Crozier will be 90-years young Feb. 8. Jack was born in Lebanon. He was brought up on a farm near Bennett Springs. His parents were Clarance E Crozier and Ethel May Crozier. Jack had four brothers and five sisters and he was next to the youngest. In 1957 he married Bluebell Singleton. They have three children Richard ( Fran) Crozier, Rhonda (Randy) Austin, Rory (Stella) Crozier, eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Jack and Bluebell lived in Cheyenne, Wyoming and while Jack was in the military they lived in Alabama, Virginia and New York. After living in Arizona for 35-years, they retired in Aldrich in 2001. Jack enjoys his family, likes to hunt, fish, and play cards with friends. He is a charter member of the Bolivar Elks. Jack will be celebrating at home with family, but cards may be sent to Jack Crozier, 4837 S 11th Road, Aldrich, MO 65601. more

Southwest Baptist has brought thousands of people all over the globe to Bolivar since its inception in 1878. People become a Bearcat for a variety of reasons whether that is the Christian atmosphere, nationally recognized academics, or the caring community. For third year athletic trainer, Kristian Wilkinson, it is the focus on family. more

Each year, the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution sponsors a classroom grant for teachers through the Helen Pouch Memorial Fund administered by the Junior Membership. Two grants are available for each state and for the District of Columbia. Applicants must be a classroom teacher for grades kindergarten through 12th grade (public or private school), be sponsored by a local DAR chapter and complete the grant award application. Proposed projects must directly benefit students in the classroom. Funds may be used for supplies and educational resources, but the applicant must detail how these items help to further the educational goals of the DAR. Grants must directly impact students and may not be used for continuing education/workshops for the teacher. 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

Citizens Memorial Hospital announces the addition of Dr. Gary R. Highfill, M.D., an otolaryngologist, to its medical staff. more

Polk County Community Connections will host its monthly breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 6 at the Polk County Senior Center, 1850 W. Broadway, Bolivar. A free breakfast is provided. more

Saturday, Feb. 1 more

The Nuclear Space Potatoes (Team #25655), a rookie FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) team composed of eight talented homeschooled students, made an impressive debut in the SW League tournament held at Drury University’s O’Reilly Family Event Center in Springfield. more

The Bolivar Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to partner with Bolivar High School to host the eighth annual Job Fair on Wednesday, March 5 in the BHS auxiliary gym, located at 1401 Hwy D. more

Hi, I'm Felina! I'm on the hunt for my own forever home where I can find a friend. I am an adorable girl just waiting for my forever home. Are you that special one? more

“Adding value to your cattle helps make your cattle operation profitable,” says Patrick Davis MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist. Therefore, MU Extension is partnering with Missouri State University to provide the SW MO Beef Cattle Conference, which will educate cattle producers on strategies that will add value to their beef cattle operation. more

Mabel “Jean” Mayes more

Floyd “Bub” Carpenter more

Deaths more

DEATHS more

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

HeartSong from Evangel University will be at Bolivar First Assembly on Sunday, Feb. 23, for the  10:30 a.m. service. more

Red Dirt country artist Stoney LaRue is set to take the stage as the headliner for the Missouri Beef Days concert on Saturday, May 10. Known for his soulful voice, heartfelt lyrics and electrifying performances, LaRue promises to deliver an evening of music that fans will not want to miss. more

Deaths - see page 10A more

I remember Vicki and Penny from back in the 1950s. Friends of my parents brought them home one day. They were young kids when I first met them. I grew up with them in Nixa, not realizing until later that I had never seen them as babies. more

Friday, Jan. 24, the Monett Cubs (9-8) traveled to Bolivar to take on the Liberators (10-4). more

The 32nd Gary Keeling Memorial Tournament wrapped up Thursday, Jan. 23, at Bolivar High School, showcasing some of the best girls teams in the state. more

Boys more

CIVIL PETITIONS more