Saturday, Dec. 3, Christmas hit the streets of Bolivar. The annual Christmas parade organized by the Bolivar Area Chamber of Commerce took on their second year of having a nighttime parade. Beautiful floats, excited walkers, horses and dogs, and Santa Claus all were on hand to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. more

Twenty-eight-year-old Brye Crites, a Bolivar native, started competing in roping – that is, roping a steer-roping dummy – when he was about 5-years-old. more

As the Christmas festivities make their way to Bolivar, many organizations and groups are bringing opportunities to spread love and cheer to those in the community who need it most. more

Bolivar residents may experience some traffic delays due to street closures on Mo. 83. more

A crowd gathered Friday, Dec. 1, at Woods Supermarket parking lot for a community vigil, praying for answers regarding the whereabouts of a missing 16-year-old, Kaitlynn Dooley. Family, friends and co-workers are praying for Kaitlynn’s safe return. To report any information about Kaitlynn, contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at 417-777-9020. more

Kaitlynn Dooley is becoming a well-known name among Bolivar residents, as her loved ones continue to scour any potential locations and sources in search of the missing 16-year-old. more

With Christmas spirit in the air, the Bolivar community is buzzing with numerous holiday celebrations and traditions. more

A 16-year-old girl from Bolivar was recently marked as a missing juvenile. more

Ready for the holiday season, Tunetti Natural Soap of Fair Play will feature their cherry tobacco bar soap in the statewide Missouri Grown USA gift box program. more

On Friday night, Nov. 11, the Bolivar square came alive with Christmas all around. The Downtown Bolivar Association hosted the annual tree lighting ceremony and welcomed visitors to enjoy fun activities, including a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. more

On Friday night, Nov. 11, the Bolivar square came alive with Christmas all around. The Downtown Bolivar Association hosted the annual tree lighting ceremony and welcomed visitors to enjoy fun activities, including a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. more

The annual ceremony honoring our veterans was held on 11/11/11 — the eleventh month, eleventh day, and eleventh hour — on the square in Bolivar. more