Bolivar residents are welcome to see all the sights at the Bolivar Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Light the Park event from 6 to 9 p.m. every evening through Friday, Dec. 30 more

See what’s going on in Polk County! Mark your calendars for these upcoming events. Some events may require registration or admission fees; please contact the organization for more details. more

With a warm, friendly smile, bell ringing volunteers are sharing some yuletide joy with holiday shoppers this Christmas season. more

Countless hours of searching and praying have finally paid off as the case of the missing 16-year-old Kaitlynn Dooley has finally come to a close. more

DEATHS more

DEATHS more

Lorrie Darr and her husband adopted their newest family member, Abby, from the Polk County Humane Society, or PCHS. Abby is a Persian Cat and was previously known as Tabby at the shelter. The Darrs live in nearby Hickory County, which is approximately 35 minutes away. more

(Jane is an employee of the Cedar County Republican Newspaper and was willing to share this story of her loss in hopes of helping others who are grieving this season.) more

Grandson Colson has never gone to the back of Grandpa’s farm to cut a Christmas tree. more

Monday, Dec. 19 — Chili, side salad, cornbread, chocolate cake. more

LAND TRANSFERS more

How well do you know Polk County? more