Dorian more

If you know a veteran, send a photo to news@bolivarmonews.com, via Facebook, or in person at our local branch: 335 S. Springfield. more

Today is Chocolate Cupcake Day more

Imagine that you are watching a race. The participants are tired, their pinned-on numbers damp from sweat, as they pant and force themselves ever closer to the finish line. Your favorite racer is in the lead - his breathing is heavy but there is determination in is eyes. All that training, the hard work, the passion - it’s about to pay off as he approaches the finish line. Just a few more feet, and then - nothing. He just stops - detours a bit, runs backwards, retraces some of his steps, visits with some observers. He goes over to the basketball court and shoots a few hoops. Finally, he comes back and drags himself across the finish line. All the while, you are stunned. He was so gung ho, just to fizzle out? more

When I was a boy learning of life in the woods, my dad taught me to recognize animals by what they left behind — the contents of their scat. more

If you know a veteran, send a photo to news@bolivarmonews.com, via Facebook, or in person at our local branch: 335 S. Springfield. more

Bolivar High School more

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri is home to more than 900 black bears and their numbers are growing. Many Missourians find these furbearers fascinating and have many questions about them. Are all black bears black? Do bears really hibernate? Where do bears spend the winter? What can bear scat show about diet and other things? What’s the biggest bear recorded in Missouri? Why is a fed bear a dead bear? How can people and communities Be Bear Aware? Why is fall a prime time for people and bears to encounter each other out in the woods or on the roads? more

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – With deer and turkey hunting underway in Missouri, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds non-hunters to practice safety measures when afield during hunting seasons. more

Puppies Galore! more

Hi, I'm Toast, a friendly and brave pup! My days are filled with energy, running around and playing with my toys. I can be quite the comedian with my playful antics, but when it's time to settle down, I'm as loyal as they come, always ready to curl up by your side. I'm a Husky mix with lots to say! more

Oct. 9-19 more

Monday, Oct. 7 — Cheeseburgers with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle, pasta veggie salad celebration cake, ice cream. more

Oct. 7-11 more

Chatter more

Citizens Memorial Hospital Pediatric Clinic will offer three drive-thru flu shot clinics for children ages 6 months through high school seniors on Thursday, Oct. 3, Tuesday, Oct. 8 and Thursday, Oct. 10 from 4-6 p.m. outside the clinic located at 1195 N. Oakland Avenue in Bolivar. more

At 1672 E. Broadway Street, behind the Fast n’ Friendly gas station, sits a little cafe called Deja Brew. The shop's windows have pictures painted on them that hint at the atmosphere inside. Upon entering, the vibrant pink interior, dotted with bits of subtle green, enhanced by the philodendrons and Christmas cacti, gives off a cozy vibe. more

As of Monday, Sept. 30, my daughter Melissa’s mother, DeAnn, has been gone 30 years. The date is an important mile marker for me, my daughter, and all who remember Dee, but I let it pass with little notice, just a telephone call to Melissa. more

I’ve been accused of living on my own planet, so I thought Planet Janet would be a catchy name for it. It’s certainly not an officially recognized galaxy, but I kind of like it here. My husband has often told me that I was an environmentalist, but the way he emphasized the mentalist part made me pretty sure it wasn’t always a compliment. All that aside, I do love this earth and this place on earth and am grateful to be here. more

I got my new license in the mail yesterday. I knew it would not be the best picture, but this monstrosity left me wondering about the vengeful nature of DMV workers. more

Citizens Memorial Hospital Pediatric Clinic will offer three drive-thru flu shot clinics for children ages 6 months through high school seniors on Thursday, Oct. 3, Tuesday, Oct. 8 and Thursday, Oct. 10 from 4-6 p.m. outside the clinic located at 1195 N. Oakland Avenue in Bolivar. more

Bolivar Technical College is thrilled to announce its Fall Food Trucks event series, kicking off Oct. 1, featuring a variety of popular food trucks serving up delicious eats throughout the month. This event is open to the public and will take place at the Bolivar Technical College campus, giving students, staff and the community a chance to enjoy some of the region's best food truck fare. more

The Polk County Missionary Baptist Association will have Fifth Sunday services this month with True Hope Missionary Baptist Church. Services will be Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday with Tri-County Group. more

Monday, Sept. 30 — Chicken parmesan, noodles, Cali veggies, garlic bread, peach crisp. more