If a leprechaun leaps from the faerie den this St. Patrick’s Day to ask if you know a shamrock from a clover, what will you answer? more

In a recent meeting of Community Connections, fire chief Brent Watkins discussed concerns people had with the tornado alarms. He stated that during the recent test, some citizens stated they could not hear the warnings while inside their homes. more

March 15 is the Ides of March more

I'm Doc! I'm a loving orange boy on the hunt for my forever home. I'm a little shy at first but warm up quickly with love. Come hold me and let me be your baby... more

I took advantage of the snow cover and light north wind recently to burn a brush pile. more

Ozarks Community Health Center (OCHC) is thrilled to announce the first and only optometry clinic in Hickory County, designed to serve not only our local community, but also the surrounding counties. This service will be located on the lower level at the OCHC Hermitage Dental Building on 18627 Jackson Street, offering eye care for residents in a region previously underserved in optometric care. more

Like most other products in the past year, eggs have been in the headlines as the subject of record inflation. Prices of the kitchen staple have risen precipitously in the past few months, leaving many consumers with flat cakes and empty breakfast plates. The situation is leading other consumers to take matters into their own hands and start raising their own hens. more

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – You don’t have to be a biologist to plant a yard or flower garden that provides good habitat for insects and local wildlife. All you need are the right plants in the right places. more

COLUMBIA, Mo. — For many nursing home residents, a trip to the hospital can be a jarring experience — one that leaves them confused and stressed. Yet avoidable transfers happen far too often, not only disrupting a resident’s routine but also costing the U.S. healthcare system $2.6 billion annually. more

Learn what plants attract hummingbirds and how to maintain feeders. more

Leprechauns more

Hi, I'm Screech Powers! I'm a 2 year old Cavalier mix with a lovely personality. I seem to do good with other critters and I've got the hang of a doggy door. I was found as a stray so the shelter isn't sure on my background but I'm a happy-go-lucky guy ready to find my forever home. Could that be with you? more

Katie Garretson was the winner of the gift card to Brenda’s Cafe after winning the February I-Spy game, correctly guessing Pitts Chapel. Katie is proof that reading the paper doesn’t just provide you with news and entertainment, it can pay off as well. more

“Last Breath” and “Anora” more

Different isn’t the same thing as wrong more

The Bolivar CTA is hosting the annual School Board Candidate Forum on Tuesday, March 25, in the Bolivar board room at the Central Office. The forum will begin at 6 p.m. with more

Public pre-testing of the Image Cast voting machines for the April 8, 2025 General Municipal Election will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at the Polk County Road and Bridge Complex conference room, 724 S Killingsworth, Bolivar. more

Applications for the Riedesel Charitable Trust scholarships given to seniors and graduates of Fair Play School are now available. Renewal applications are also being accepted. more

Adopt don’t shop. We have all heard that logo and I admit, I am an advocate for searching the pounds and sanctuaries for a dog in need of love. In fact, I can only think of one pup my family bought in an actual pet store. She is still alive today at a whopping 17 years old; she has diabetes and is blind, but we wouldn’t trade her for anything. more

On Sept 20, 2024, Justin Mangum, 26, of Humansville, was pulled over for various traffic violations. Mangum, a registered sex offender, had a 14-year-old male passenger in the front seat of the vehicle. When asked about the child’s age, Mangum initially stated the boy was 18. Mangum then consented to have his phone searched and police discovered a sexually explicit conversation between the suspect and a 15-year-old boy (Victim A) on Facebook Messenger. Included in the conversation were inappropriate photographs. more

SALEM, Mo. – Using commercial livestock dewormers has paid off in terms of animal health and productivity, but it has also resulted in resistance among parasite populations. more

Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday for the non-French speakers, is known for its excess and gaudy beads, which can be earned by, um, well, letting it all hang out. Of course, New Orleans is the hubbub for the day of indulgence, but does anyone really know why it’s celebrated at all? more

MERGE is back! MERGE is Polk County KLIFE and FBC's spring retreat for high school and middle school students on March 28-30th. It's a weekend to take a step away from their normal daily distractions and stress and have a fun-filled, intentional weekend pursuing Jesus. We want to create space for our students to ask questions, dive deeper, and know that they aren’t alone in their walk with the Lord. This year we are focusing on the parable of the Prodigal Son! more

The following events are happening at your local library. more

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri’s official state aquatic animal is a giant, prehistoric fish whose ancestors swam during the time of dinosaurs. Thousands of snaggers look forward to encountering this ancient sport fish during Missouri’s annual spring paddlefish season. more