The Bolivar Board of Aldermen welcomed two “new” (returning) police officers, Mark Morris and Mike Smith, during their regular meeting September 23, 2025. more

The Bolivar Cub Scout Pack 128 had recruitment night, Monday, Sept. 22. The total of the pack was 72. The pack meets on Monday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Come join anytime. more

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Bolivar Family Care Center and Willard Medical Center welcome Harley Domby, PMHNP-BC, a certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, to the Citizens Memorial Hospital medical staff. more

Living Waters Ranch of Osceola is gearing up for its 18th Annual Free Fall Festival. Many fun outdoor activities will be set up including the zipline, archery, BB guns, outdoor games, hayride, giant slide, mechanical bull, pony rides, exotic animal petting zoo, wild edibles (plants and bugs) and back by popular demand the Forgers for Christ ministry. Kids will step up on a large trailer with old time forging stations and forge either a dinner bell or a tomahawk to take home. Limited number available so come early and get signed up. more

The newly elected National Commander Dan Wiley visits all 55 departments of the American Legion to introduce himself. Wiley visited with local American Legion Post and Members. more

Join the Bolivar Police Department for the Hook 'Em & Book 'Em Fishin' Brawl from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Old Park Marina at Stockton Lake. more

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The Parkview Vikings traveled to Bolivar for an Ozark Mountain Conference showdown on Friday, Sept. 19. They met a defense that was unrelenting. more

Though my mother brought me home to live in a chicken house on my grandparents’ farm, I have not always been a farm boy. more

The City of Bolivar has called for a Special Election on Nov. 4, 2025. Absentee voting more

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Bolivar High School is proud to announce the 2025 inductees to our prestigious Hall of Fame. Each year, this honor recognizes Bolivar High School alumni who have made outstanding contributions to our school, our community, and beyond. These individuals exemplify the spirit, dedication, and excellence that define Bolivar High School, and we are thrilled to celebrate their achievements and welcome them into this distinguished legacy. These inductees will be recognized at the Bolivar High School Homecoming pep assembly, ride in the Homecoming parade, attend a Hall of Fame dinner, and be honored at halftime of the Homecoming football game, Friday, Oct. 3. more

A Bolivar teen is accused of an assault at a nightclub in Springfield, leaving the victim with a broken jaw that required surgery. more

People with drug and alcohol addictions often face poverty, abuse, illness and a slew of legal issues including losing driving licenses, jail time or even losing their children. Society as a whole faces issues related to drug and alcohol abuse, ranging from discomfort as a bystander on the scene of a belligerent drunk to the loss of a loved one killed by someone driving under the influence. Addictive behaviors affect the people with addictions and everyone else, too. more

How well do you know Polk County? more

Citizens Memorial Hospital presented DAISY Awards for Extraordinary Nurses to five nursing staff, recognizing the impact they have on their patients. more

The Polk County MU Extension Council has partnered with Polk County 4-H to be a 'Good Neighbor' to the six school-based 4-H clubs in Polk County and their 340 members. The clubs will each be given a 'Bracelets and Bananas' basket that will have a 4-H pledge bracelet for each of their members, bananas and a special banana recipe for the clubs to make. more

Join Bolivar Police Chief Christopher Johns and fellow police officers for this year's National Coffee with a Cop. more

Pleasant Hope school will host an All School Reunion on Saturday, Oct. 11. The reunion will be held at a new location this year, at the Pleasant Hope Grade School, enter on the west side of the building. The festivities begin at 6 p.m. more

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The Dunnegan Rural Fire Department annual meeting will be at Station 1, at 6 p.m. in the community room, on Friday, Oct. 17. Refreshments will be served. All members are encouraged to attend. The order of business will be, opening prayer, reading of minutes, treasurer's report, president’s report, chief’s report, election of officers whose terms are up. more