Bolivar R-1 School District is proud to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of our students, staff, and community partners during this month’s Board of Education meeting. These commendations highlight excellence across academics, activities, leadership, and community engagement. more

This National Family Caregivers’ Month, Better Business Bureau® (BBB®) celebrates and honors those who provide care to others, and offers tips on protecting loved ones from fraud. more

University of Missouri Extension will hold a free virtual workshop on “Understanding Your Soil Needs” 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11. more

Missouri Woodland Mentor program invites landowners to share their knowledge. more

The Polk County Democrats are hosting a petition signing event on Tuesday Dec. 2, at the Polk County Library, 1690 W Broadway, Bolivar, Missouri. It will be located in the McDaniel room. There will be representatives from Polk, Dade, Cedar and Hickory counties to help you with the process. more

This holiday season, will you shop at one of the 33.2 million small businesses that make up 99% of all businesses in the U.S? more

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Paramedics in our community are eager to keep growing, and the path to becoming a Registered Nurse (RN) needs to keep up with them. That’s why Bolivar Technical College (BTC) is updating its RN Bridge program to make it easier for today’s working healthcare professionals to start sooner and move forward with confidence. more

This year at the 98th National FFA Convention and Expo, Pleasant Hope had five of Missouri’s nine Agriscience Fair projects advancing to the National level. Missouri submitted 22 projects in total, six of which came from Pleasant Hope, and only nine statewide projects were selected as national top-ten finalists. more

After numerous conference leading Bearcats, 10 SBU football members earn All-GLVC honors as announced by the conference office Monday afternoon, Nov. 24. This list included three 1st-Team, two 2nd-Team, and five Honorable Mentions for the Bearcats. more

During the meeting, the board welcomed back returning Police Officer Melinda Simmons and approved the hire of Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Matthew Rice. more

The lights are ready to shine! Light the Park opens this Sunday, November 23, and will run nightly through December 30 from 6–8 p.m. at Dunnegan Memorial Park. more

How well do you know Polk County? more

Festival of Christmas more

I'm Toff - short for Toffee. I'm as sweet as my name. I was found by a FedEx driver on the side of the road. Despite having been attacked by another animal and suffering injuries to my mouth and ear, I am still a gentle, sweet girl. I'm affectionate, loyal and eager to be part of a family. If you are looking for a devoted friend who will remind you daily of the power of kindness and second chances, I'm ready to trot into your life and fill it with joy. more

The MFA Oil Foundation has awarded a grant to the Polk County 4-H to assist with purchasing incubators and tow carts for archery targets. The MFA Oil Foundation provides support to nonprofit organizations that are working to improve communities where MFA Oil has a significant concentration of members and employees. Since it was established in 1998, the MFA Oil Foundation has awarded more than three million dollars in grants. more

We need your recipes! more

Life may hit you hard. You may lose direction, you may even feel like giving up, but hear this – You are never alone. more

Old dog responds to possum tricks more

The Polk County Democrats are hosting a petition signing event on Tuesday December 2, at the Polk County Library, 1690 W Broadway, Bolivar, Missouri. It will be located in the McDaniel room. There will be representatives from Polk, Dade, Cedar and Hickory counties to help you with the process. more

The Polk County Courthouse will be closed on Thursday, Nov, 27 and Friday, Nov. 28, 2025 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. more

SHERIFF’S REPORTS more

Thirty-four student-athletes are the first ever Bearcats to enter the pool at Southwest Baptist University this semester, ready to pave the way for a new program and create a culture that supports one another and honors God above all. Coming from different backgrounds, the team is made up of siblings, high school teammates, team captains, and state champions, representing six different states. With the season underway, these student-athletes feel confident with their commitment to tackle the challenges and opportunities of building a brand-new program and team culture. more

The University of Missouri Extension now offers Nonprofit Technical Assistance (NPTA) to help Missourians build stronger organizations to serve their communities. more

Monday, Nov. 24 — Beef and noodles, Antigua veggies, WG breadsticks, banana nut cake. more

Citizens Memorial Hospice hosted its annual Lights of Remembrance event Nov. 10 at the Kerry and Synda Douglas Medical Center in Bolivar. The gathering welcomed the holiday season with an evening of reflection, remembrance and community celebration. more