Citizens Memorial Hospital has upgraded its Patient Portal with a new design and improved features. The changes, launched Jan. 14, apply to both the website and mobile app. The URL, app and login information remain the same. more

Bolivar Middle School recently released its second-quarter honor roll. According to a school news release, the following students earned spots on the list: more

The Bolivar R-1 Board of Education is hosting a public forum as part of its February meeting focused on gathering feedback related to potential next steps for district safety and security measures. The public hearing is designed to solicit public opinion from district patrons regarding the creation of a school protection officer program as outlined in state statute. more

The Missouri Cattlemen’s Convention, held at Margaritaville in Osage Beach on Jan. 17 and 18, showcased some of the finest leaders and rising stars in Missouri’s cattle industry. The event, which attracts cattlemen and women from across the state, celebrated achievements in advocacy, education, and community involvement. more

How well do you know Polk County? more

Southwest Baptist University’s storied Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program will have a new home starting with the Fall 2025 academic semester. 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

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

S. Craig Morris, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at CMH Orthopedic & Spine Center, has earned board certification from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. 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

Saturday, Jan. 18, was the second annual Deer Hunters Dinner held at the Polk County Fairgrounds. more

Today is National Puzzle Day more

It's been an eventful year in Polk County. The walk down memory lane begins on page A4. more

HI LOW PRECIP 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

DEATHS more

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

My mom and I love to play games and we tend to get a bit obsessive about them, playing almost daily, before we putter out and need a new form of entertainment. more

Grow herbs indoors under a sunny windowsill or grow lights more

SHERIFF’S REPORTS more

Russell Davis, D.O, with Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) Nephrology Clinic in Bolivar, has earned board certification in nephrology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Davis joined the CMH medical staff in August 2024. more

“We are thrilled to hire Pat Miner as our pitching coach.” Bradley said, “Pat has demonstrated the passion and commitment that will greatly benefit our pitching staff and team. The future of Bearcat baseball is bright!” more

Morrisville Agri Leaders/FFA will host a squirrel Derby, Saturday, Feb. 1. more

Determining whether you are a business or investor (or something else) for tax purposes is not cut and dry and isn’t always tied to your legal structure. That determination affects the ability to deduct expenses, losses, and how income is taxed. Join Tamara Cushing from the University of Florida as she discusses some of the criteria for this determination and outline how that will impact your tax return. more

Do you speak techno-slovakian? more