The family of Donna Selvey will host a 90th birthday celebration on Sunday, Oct. 12. The reception is from 2-4:30 p.m., at Zion Lutheran Church, 600 East Aldrich Road, Bolivar. Please omit gifts but cards would be appreciated. more

On Monday, Oct. 6, at 3 p.m. there was a two-car accident on Route D, one mile north of Bolivar. more

The Bolivar City Fire Department is inviting the public to a traditional “wet down, push in” ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, to celebrate the department’s new fire engine and officially put the apparatus into service. more

The Citizens Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is hosting a Book & Gift Fair Oct. 14-15 on the second floor of the Kerry & Synda Douglas Medical Center, 1155 W. Parkview St. in Bolivar. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 14, and 7 a.m.-2 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 15. more

Talk with MDC staff about hunting regulations, efforts to keep Missouri deer healthy, and deer management on private land. more

True Charity is teaming up with Polk County Cares, Community Outreach Ministries, Polk County Health Center, CMH, Community Connections, and Grand Missouri Bank for a Community Workshop aimed at fostering more effective, compassionate responses to poverty. True Charity, a national organization dedicated to championing a resurgence of civil society in the fight against poverty, will bring their team of experts to share seven key principles, blending philosophy with practical solutions. more

Exciting new Off-Leash Dog Park under construction in Bolivar. more

The Bolivar Golf Course was bustling with energy on Saturday, Sept. 6, as it hosted the highly competitive SWCCCA Cross Country meet. More than 2,000 runners from over 80 high schools and 60 middle school teams from across the region competed in a day filled with races. Bolivar’s Cross Country teams turned in strong performances across all divisions. more

As black bears search for food in the fall, intentionally feeding them puts people and property at risk, and can lead to the bear’s death. more

It can take some planning to winter-proof your life and decide what contractors you might need to hire for help. However, a few preventative measures during the fall months can help you avoid waking up to a broken furnace, frozen pipes or a deflated tire. more

Elizabeth “Liz” Anne Francka - Feb. 14, 1959-Oct. 6, 2025 more

Margaret Sue Ramsey more

Elizabeth “Liz” A. Francka more

INSIDE TODAY’S ISSUE more

SHERIFF’S REPORTS more

How well do you know Polk County? more

The Bolivar Class of 1963 met at Brenda's Cafe on Saturday, September 27. A good time was enjoyed by all. more

The family of Donna Selvey will host a 90th birthday celebration on Sunday, Oct. 12. The reception is from 2-4:30 p.m., at Zion Lutheran Church, 600 East Aldrich Road, Bolivar. Please omit gifts but cards would be appreciated. more

Homecoming celebrated its 100th year at Bolivar with a week of activities and fun. more

CIVIL PETITIONS more

Friends of the Polk County Library will hold their fall book sale on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24 and 25, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the library in Bolivar. more

Give blood, save lives and receive a free KC Chiefs t-shirt more

The annual Fair Play Carnival will be from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, in the high school gymnasium. more

Friday, Oct. 10 more