There’s only a handful of days left before Christmas, and now is the time that many families jump in the car and drive around to view the beautifully decorated houses around town. Many residences in the community have gotten in the holiday spirit, adorning their houses and yards with decorations and lights. more

Sammy Len Stephens more

Dorothy Vanita Black more

#12 Kyle Pock gets a basket for the Liberators against Republic. more

The Republic Tigers came north to play the Bolivar Liberators at the Bolivar field house Friday, Dec. 16. more

Notice is hereby given that the Polk County Senior Citizens’ Services Fund Tax Board will conduct a regular meeting a 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 21 at Polk County Senior Center, 1850 W. Broadway, Bolivar. more

Girls Basketball more

Despite only returning one senior, the Lady Liberator swim team continues to improve their times. more

So, I will choose joy more

Weather report more

Three Citizens Memorial nurses were named DAISY Award winners. Casey Dampier, LPN, with CMH Orthopedic & Spine Center, is the August 2022 recipient; Amy Dwyer, LPN, with CMH Osceola Medical Center and Walk-In Clinic, is the September 2022 recipient; and Chantel Carter, RN, with CMH Home Care Services is the October 2022 recipient. more

Many years in the making, The Walnut Street Theatre is finally getting its roof replaced. On Wednesday, Dec. 14, workers were marching along the steep slopes of the former church building to strip away the old shingles. more