Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. more

The Polk County Courthouse will be closed on Monday, May 29, in observance more

Bolivar Elks Lodge will be hosting the Polk County Veterans Resource Fair and Recognition Day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 20. more

The Matilda Polk Campbell chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, will hold its monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at Open Hearts United Methodist Church, Bolivar in the ministry building. more

Polk County Genealogical Society is presenting two classes designed to help genealogists organize and store and protect those special papers. more

Zach Warwick and Abby Beckman more

CIVIL ACTIONS more

The loss of a loved one can have powerful effects on each of us. If you are looking for a caring small group in which to find support, encouragement, and help, then our GriefShare groups might be just the thing you are looking for. more

Bolivar High School athletes signed to participate in the athletic programs at their chosen colleges. more

The community is welcome to attend a book signing for local author Jim Jones at 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, May 19 in the Southwest Baptist University Campus Store. more

Ann Magaha will be discussing her novel Aldrich, MO Pop. 199 at the Aldrich Methodist Church on Saturday, May 27, 10 a.m. more

The Missouri State Board of Nursing has awarded Southwest Baptist University nearly $300,000 in grant money to enhance and grow the SBU nursing programs on both the Bolivar and Springfield campuses. more