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.
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POLICE REPORTS
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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.
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A battle for the aged
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By Gwen Rockwood
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Berean Baptist Church in Bolivar will soon be hosting Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. This financial organization and management program has been tried and proven literally millions of times over, and it can help you as well. If you struggle to make ends meet, if you have debt problems, if you don’t have an “every transaction” system of tracking expenses and budgeting, if you want to learn how to better save for retirement or children’s schooling, or if you just need to learn how to better manage finances, then this course is for you. Financial Peace University is a nine-week course, and will be on Sunday evenings from 5:30-7 p.m. starting on Feb.16 . If you would like to sign up or need more information, please contact Berean Baptist Church at www.bbcbolivar.com or call 417-326-7758. The address for the church is 4450 S. Scenic Ave., Bolivar, MO 65613.
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All January long, I’ve been mentioning (okay, “whining”) that the month is a dead zone for new movie releases. So it makes sense that the biggest release of the month would be one that opened on the very last day (Friday the 31 st ) before making most of its money in February. With an estimated $36 million in its first three days, “Dog Man” is already the biggest new movie of 2025. And its success isn’t just commercial, the joyful film also gets my first recommendation of the year. It’s a chilly recommendation, appropriate for January I suppose, but a recommendation nonetheless.
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By Bob Garver
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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 (417-326-5247) or rshelenhamer@bolivarschools.org for an application.
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I'm Kuno! My owner passed away and I'm waiting patiently to find my second chance. I'm a big ole guy weighing 22 lbs!! I do good with other cats and dogs too.
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Scott Dennis, PA-C, shifts focus to BFCC walk-in care
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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.
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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.
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How well do you know Polk County?
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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.
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Bolivar High School is gearing up for an electrifying Courtwarming 2025
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The boys varsity team had their turn in the Ozark Mountain tournament on Saturday, and brought home their share of hardware.
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Darrell Fender
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Monday, Feb. 10 — Celebration Day! Goulash, side salad, roll, WG apple crisp.
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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.
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The Bolivar Wal-Mart was abuzz with activity Wednesday night as a sting to catch a predator became dramatic.
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Nicole Emmons
nicolee@bolivarmonews.com
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Wayne West
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John F. Hogan
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CIVIL PETITIONS
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2/5/25
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The 90th Bolivar Liberator Basketball Tournament finished a three-day whirlwind of competition on Feb. 1, 2025.
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By Bob Campbell
news@bolivarmonews.com
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