Calvin Eugene Stoops more

LAND TRANSFERS more

How well do you know Polk County? more

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) recently congratulated Polk County resident Agent Jake Myers on his graduation from MDC’s 2022 Conservation Agent Training Academy in October. more

President Dr. Rick Melson has appointed Dr. Tracy S. Manly as Provost of Southwest Baptist University. The Provost is the chief academic officer for the University, a member of the executive cabinet, and oversees administrative support for academic areas. more

Forty-two years ago, Mom and Dad went well into the holiday season without a Christmas tree in the corner of their living room. more

Letter to the Editor: more

Another Shop with a Cop season has come to a close with an astounding 175 children served through the program this year. more

Drivers were extra cautious on Monday morning, Dec. 19 while the southbound lane of South Springfield Avenue was blocked by a trash truck. more

DEATHS more

Dorothy V. Black, 86, Pittsburg more

There’s only a handful of days left before Christmas, and now is the time that many families jump in the car and drive around to view the beautifully decorated houses around town. Many residences in the community have gotten in the holiday spirit, adorning their houses and yards with decorations and lights. more