The Matilda Polk Campbell chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, will hold its monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at Open Hearts United Methodist Church, Bolivar. The program will be presented by Sarah Angst Stewart and her daughter Ellie Hennery regarding the Children of the American Revolution. This is an especially good meeting for those with children to learn more about the C.A.R. Miss Hennery is the President-Elect of the Missouri State Society Children of the American Revolution. more

Roger Short and Debra Jane Neil were married on April 15, 1978, at the Buffalo Christian Church by Rev. Harold Mayes. more

Citizens Memorial Hospital announces the appointment of Julia Magdici, certified family nurse practitioner, to the CMH medical staff.  more

A man from Bolivar was hurt in a recent two-vehicle wreck at 9:10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 5. more

Almost everybody worries about what will happen in the future. The prospect of not knowing if something good or bad will happen can produce a lot of fear and anxiety. more

On Saturday, April 1, runners fought a chilly morning at the Hope’s Run/Walk to support Hope’s Safe Haven in an effort to “stand up, speak out, and take action” against domestic violence. more

If you’re not planning to plant a tree in the days ahead (or be involved in the planting of one), at least take a moment to think about how important trees are. more

The Lady Liberator soccer team kicked off their season on a good start, gaining win after win during their first six games. more

Local churches and organizations are announcing their Easter services, egg hunts, and activities. The public is invited to these community events that are sure to include fun for the whole family. more

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Jonathan Davenport is considered the king of Late Model dirt racing these days, and his dominant performance on Saturday night at Lucas Oil Speedway did nothing to dispel that notion. more