Summer lunches will be available at the Cribbs Family Youth Park from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays from July 5 through August 11. more

Monday, July 3 — Hot dog on a bun, chips, cole slaw, ice cream. more

The Alzheimer’s Support Group meets the second Saturday of every month. Meetings are at 2 p.m. at Brenda’s Cafe, located at 115 W Broadway St. in Bolivar. more

The community is welcome back for the third year of the annual Boots and Badges Community Challenge Blood Drive at Southern Hills Baptist Church. more

Parkview Health Care Facility residents welcomed summer with a fun day of enjoying the outdoors with a water fight and refreshing Sno Ballz!!  more

A local sewing group has been dedicating their time and crafting skills to contribute to causes for community betterment. more

Citizens Memorial Hospital announces the appointment of Amber Herring, PA-C, to the medical staff as a physician assistant. more

The Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) Research Department welcomes Erin Camden, RN, to its staff as the clinical research nurse coordinator. more

Olive Branches Hospice House recently opened its doors to the public, creating an inviting space to provide end-of-life care for guests. more

Monday, June 19 — Chef salad (ham or chicken), boiled egg, cucumber, tomatoes, baked potato, bread stick, brownie. more

Miles for Smiles Dental Clinic, located at 203 East Broadway Street on the northwest corner of the Bolivar square, will be changing its name to Bolivar Dental Clinic, effective June 19, 2023. more

Community Springs Healthcare Facility in El Dorado Springs and Lake Stockton Healthcare Facility in Stockton received the 2023 Bronze Commitment to Quality Award. The American Healthcare Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) gives the award to facilities that meet standards for quality and service. The CMH Foundation owns and operates both facilities. more