As most mothers are regarding their children, my mother is proud of me. I hear it all the time and, of course, it is wonderful that my mom likes to tell me this. more

Hello there, I'm Cletus. I was found roaming. I'm around 10 years old and look to be a Plott Hound/Heeler mix but the shelter doesn't know for sure. I've been around the block a few times and seen a thing or two. I'm an old soul, calm as a summer breeze. I enjoy slow walks, sunbathing, and a good belly rub. I'm all about companionship and taking it easy. I'm a friend who'll be by your side, a steady presence to brighten your days. If you're looking for a faithful friend with a gentle spirit, I'm your guy. more

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

Joyce Agnes Holmes more

Deaths more

DEATHS more

Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, provides the following preliminary statistics related to the New Year’s holiday: more

Saturday, Jan. 4 more

On Dec. 31, about an hour before midnight, Fair Play Police Chief French and Officer Thompson arrested Christopher Simpson, of Milo, for speeding and drunk driving. more

“Adding value to your cattle helps make your cattle operation profitable,” says Patrick Davis MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist. Therefore, MU Extension is partnering with Missouri State University to provide the SW MO Beef Cattle Conference, which will educate cattle producers on strategies that will add value to their beef cattle operation. more

The Bolivar Elks Lodge will be hosting their 16th Annual Chili Cook-off on Saturday, Jan. 18. more

Starting next week, in the Jan. 8 edition of the BH-FP, there will no longer be a Woods ad insert. Discontinuing the advertisement was not a decision of the paper but of the grocery store. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this decision, please contact Woods at 417-326-7601. more

The SW MO Spring Forage Conference will be held Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, at the Oasis Hotel and Convention Center, 2546 N. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, Missouri. more

Monday, Jan. 6 more

Happy New Year! Here we are at the time of year when lots of people make resolutions to strive forever the next year. There’s the usual ones of exercising more and eating less that typically top the list, but maybe you’re considering starting to recycle. If so, YAY! This would be a great time to start because you can begin your recycling journey at the new location. Among the attributes of this new facility is the fact that you can now unload your items inside the building. There is also someone there to assist you and/or answer questions. It appears they are indeed off to a great start! more

CIVIL PETITIONS more

As in seasons past, our home was a family gathering place for kids and kin this holiday season. Putting on the mantle of Grandpa, I again cooked the turkey, dressing, and sweet potatoes for Thanksgiving dinner, while our daughters provided desserts, salads, and other fare. more

How well do you know Polk County? more

Boys more

Darin Archer and his Lady Liberator coaching staff travelled to Drury University in Springfield to participate in the prestigious Pink and White Tournament. more

The 79th Blue and Gold Basketball Tournament, the benchmark of a team's success in Southwest Missouri, opened in Springfield this week. The Bolivar Liberators due to losing their first two games of the season were not seeded. more

HI LOW PRECIP more

Saturday, Jan. 4 more

Art Sync Gallery & Gift located on the Bolivar square will be closed for maintenance and updating during the month of January. Plans are to be reopened in February. more

Today: Boston Tea Party Day more