Polk County Christian Social Ministries (PCCSM) is currently in their 38th year of Share Your Christmas and has received generous donations from many organizations and individuals. more

Polk County KLIFE, an organization dedicated to discipleship and ministry for area youth, held their annual Sweet Impact Banquet fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 5. 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

Many Christmas traditions and events are coming to the people of Polk County. Embrace the magic of the season as Santa Claus makes his way to the local area, and enjoy craft shows, plays, and other activities to make some holiday memories. more

The Pomme de Terre Chamber of Commerce in Hickory County is hosting their 2nd annual Light Up The Lake at the Pomme de Terre Damsite Park. more

Governor Michael Parson recently appointed and commissioned Curtis P. Schreiber, M.D., to the Alzheimer’s State Plan Task Force. Dr. Schreiber is a board certified neurologist and headache medicine specialist in practice at CMH Neurology & Headache Center and CMH Missouri Memory Center in Bolivar. more

Monday, Dec. 12 — BBQ beef on a bun, chips, side salad, tapioca, celebration cake. more

The Polk County Courthouse will be closed Friday, Dec. 23 and Monday, Dec. 26, in observance of the Christmas Holiday. more

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The Warming Center is a ministry associated with Polk County Cares, a nonprofit faith-based organization whose main focus is connecting people and empowering them to transform their lives through caring relationships. more

Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation recently accepted a check for $2,000 from Southwest Electric Cooperative for the Carrie J. Babb Cancer Center at CMH. Donations to the cancer center support services and needs area cancer patients may experience during their treatment including dental care, gas, groceries, nutritional supplements and meals during treatment. more