The Missouri Century Farm application is now open. Applications must be submitted by May 1. more

The Bolivar Police Department was recently made aware of a phone scam targeting local residents. more

Restore 12:12 Ministries, a faith-based organization devoted to supporting young adults in Polk County, held a ribbon cutting event on Friday, Feb. 10 to celebrate the opening of the ministry’s R&R House, a temporary home for people ages 18-25 who are in need of a stable, affordable living arrangement as they overcome challenges in their lives. more

Recognizing an urgent need for growing our local healthcare workforce, Erin Mock, Director of Nursing Education at Bolivar Technical College and Charlotte Gray, President at Bolivar Technical College, spearheaded a grant proposal to the Missouri State Board of Nursing (MSBN) in the fall of 2022. more

Lois I. Nelson more

DEATHS more

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Leslie Wade Potts more

Citizens Memorial Hospital welcomes licensed professional counselor, Allyssa Dedmon, to the medical staff.  more

Missouri University of Science and Technology announces the names of local students who made the honor list for the Fall 2022 semester. more

If you want to see a great example of citizen-driven conservation success, look no further than the nearest bluebird box. more

OATS Transit offices will be closed, and regular routes will not be running on Monday, Feb. 20, for the Presidents’ Day holidays. more