The First Baptist Church of Walnut Grove will be hosting a ladies retreat from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 27. Registration begins at 8:30 p.m. more

Auditions are now open for the annual Polk County’s Got Talent show, an event that recognizes local talent and raises funds for Community Outreach Ministries. more

Open Hearts United Methodist Church, Bolivar, has announced the first $5,000 scholarship to be awarded from the Hegle Scholarship Fund established by a donation from former Bolivar businessman Weldon Hegle. more

Spring turkey season has begun and, alas, you haven’t harvested a bird yet. more

It’s once again time to honor Bolivar’s greatest servants. more

The Bolivar Police Department will be taking part in the DEA National RX take back. Turn in unneeded medication for safe disposal. more

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The Fair Play Schools would like to invite everyone to a retirement reception in honor of Mrs. Phyllis Garrison. more

The Downtown Bolivar Association is now accepting applications for vendors who would like to sign up for a booth space at Country Days. This annual event hosts a variety of organizations and vendors who offer food, entertainment, and other goods. This year, Country Days will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7. more

The Bolivar Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting Wednesday, April 10, at Treasured Relics Estate and Consignment Sales. Treasured Relics is owned by Jo Christian and specializes in assisting families in liquidating household items during difficult times. See their Facebook page for information or contact them at 417-327-5814 more

How well do you know Polk County? more

All items must be placed at curbs by April 29 more