Tony Porter, a long-time resident of Bolivar, has recently been named President of the Southern Seed Association, a 103-year-old regional trade organization representing the planting seed industry across 16 southern states from Arizona to Virginia. more

How much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood? more

Jackie Selle is originally from Bolivar, but now lives in St. Louis County. She was visiting family when she decided to stop by the Polk County Humane Society or PCHS. A domestic, short-haired cat named Molasses caught her eye, and she decided to adopt him. Once home, she renamed him Merlin. more

The Bolivar Community Teachers Association is now accepting applications for the Spring 2023 student-teaching scholarship. 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

A picture can say a thousand words, and the BH-FP is ready to hear from you about all things Polk County. more

Due to recent and ongoing changes, the Dunnegan Rural Fire Department encourages members to attend the fire department’s annual meeting at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 3. more

On Monday, Jan. 23, Governor Mike Parson announced the appointment of Tim Francka, of Bolivar, to the Missouri State University Board of Governors. more

Tomorrow is Groundhog Day. more

Local elections in Polk County are set for Tuesday, April 4. Several boards and other races will be on the ballot. more

The Bolivar Herald-Free Press is asking the public to nominate a Polk County pillar, an individual in the community who has contributed to the pride and progress of the county. These pillars will be featured in the BH-FP’s yearly Pride and Progress special section to be released in the Wednesday, Mar. 29 newspaper. more

Polk County Library’s winter reading program, Read, Player One, started on Monday, Jan. 9, running until February 18. The program is open to all ages. more