Deaths more

As a new school year kicks into gear, Better Business Bureau® (BBB®) reminds consumers to be on the lookout for scam streaming links when planning to watch a high school sports event online. more

Simply put, a mulligan is a do-over for those who play the game of golf. Hit a bad shot? Take a mulligan. Drop another ball on the spot from where you just played, and replay the shot. Then, the other shot does not count. more

DEATHS more

E. Wayne Newman more

Monday, Aug. 19 — Cheeseburgers with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle, pasta veggie salad, rice crispy treat. 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

A letter to my younger self more

The Bolivar Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Business of the Year and Community Partner of the Year along with new business awards, including a People’s Choice selection. more

SBU Director of Athletics Clark Sheehy announces the hiring of Gavin Hagar as the first Bearcat Men’s and Women’s Swimming Head Coach. Swimming was announced as a new addition to the SBU athletics department on May 16, earlier this year. more

Friday, Aug. 16 more

The Polk County Democrats August meeting will be held on Aug. 19 at 6:30 p.m. at Smith's Restaurant with dinner optional at 5:30 p.m. Our agenda will include discussion and review of the results from the August Primary at the local, state and federal level. Also, on the agenda we will be presenting the new slate of officers for 2024-2026. Voting and installing will follow the presentation.We will be finalizing plans for our Country Days Booth on Sept. 7. We are still looking for someone to head up this committee so let the chair know if you are interested. Also, you will hear updated opportunities to support Democrats across the county, state and federal level. The Missouri State Democratic Party is in need of volunteers to help with many candidate campaigns including our own Rich Horton candidate for MO State Representative of the 128th District. Let's get behind Rich and help him win this important seat. more