Thursday, April 18 more

Olivia Bradshaw, daughter of James and Stephanie Bradshaw, Ivan Preston, son of David and Christian Preston, Ayden Spotila, daughter of Dustin and Meredith Spotila, and Emilia Lewright, daughter of Derrick and Amber Lewright have been chosen as Bolivar High Schools Rotarians of the month for April. more

The Lady Liberators entered the Willard Tournament last Friday, April 12 as the defending champions, anticipating a possible re-match of the 2023 championship with the home team. Bolivar easily dispatched Neosho and McDonald County in two 8-0 matches Friday, securing their spot in the title game Saturday with Willard. Bolivar defeated Willard a week prior in penalty kicks at home after a 1-1 tie forced two overtime periods. As expected, the re-match was an intense battle on the pitch before the Lady Liberators fell in a 0-1 loss on a penalty kick in the final seconds. more

Registration open for two events in Bolivar April 30 at no charge more

Sunshine Bowls and Bakery more

Friends of the Polk County Library will once again hold their spring book sale on Friday and Saturday, April 26-27, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the library in Bolivar. more

David Ray Robinson more

James Donald Slape more

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

Due to the Elections on April 2, the Aldermen meeting was moved from its usual Tuesday to Thursday evening. The session began with the approval of the elections followed by the swearing-in ceremony for the four Aldermen elected at the beginning of April. more

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Donald Gene Gannaway more

It was a highlight week for Bearcat athletics as they had three different GLVC Athlete of the Week awards for the first time in a year. Awards were given to Elsa Pascual (women’s tennis), Youssef Nabil (men’s tennis), and Brayden Housh (men’s track and field). more

Bolivar Pentecostal Church of God will be in revival with Evangelist Steve McKnight from Thibodaux, Louisiana. Sunday, April 28 through Wednesday, May 1. Sunday services will be at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Wednesday will be at 7 p.m. nightly. more

It’s once again time to honor Bolivar’s greatest servants. more

Halfway Senior Class Project Graduation Tractor Pull will be Saturday, April 20, starting at noon. The pull will be held at the Polk County Fairgrounds, Bolivar. more

Sew ‘n’ Sew Quilt Guild will meet Friday, April 19, at United Methodist Church at 105 E. Division Street. Please come to the east entrance into the Fellowship Hall. Social time is at 9:30 a.m., the program starts at 10 a.m., with a meeting to follow at 11 a.m. The program this month will be Phillis from Shawn’s Sewing Center in Springfield, demonstrating the Brother Scan and Cut. All those interested in quilting are welcome. Contact Lynnette McCulloh at 402-289-3044. more

The Bolivar Police Department will be taking part in the DEA National RX take back. Turn in unneeded medication for safe disposal. more

Community Outreach Ministries (COM) received The Waypoint Award at the more

The Liberator Auto - BHS Auto Tech will be hosting the BoMo Car Show on Saturday, April 13, at the Bolivar High School parking lot. Registration starts at 10 a.m. with show times from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.. more

The Downtown Bolivar Association is now accepting applications for vendors who would like to sign up for a booth space at Country Days. This annual event hosts a variety of organizations and vendors who offer food, entertainment, and other goods. This year, Country Days will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7. more

Give and receive an Ozarks Adventure Pass for free admission to area attractions more

The Spring Food Trucks at BTC event will be wrapping up with the return of Lae's Authentic Egg Rolls on April 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Experience the incredible flavors of carefully crafted egg rolls and Chinese favorites that promise to be the perfect blend of crispy and flavorful. more