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Citizens Memorial Hospital welcomes dermatologist Murphy R. Mastin, M.D., to the CMH medical staff. He will begin seeing patients at CMH Dermatology Clinic starting Aug. 1, and appointments are now …
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7/27/22
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A former Bolivar resident, Missy Smith, opened the doors of Smithway Pharmacy to the community of Humansville on May 2, 2022. Since then, business has been booming, and patients can look forward to …
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By Quincy Young
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7/26/22
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The Citizens Memorial Healthcare auxiliary members often act as behind-the-scenes helpers in the community, providing beneficial services through volunteering and fundraising.
Auxiliary …
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By Quincy Young
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7/26/22
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“You can get away in a book and take a break from the worries of the world around you.” Laurel Benson smiled as sunlight glistened off the shining towers of the grand castle beside her. …
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By Cora Stimpson
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7/26/22
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Polk County Senior Center is honoring the retirement of Nelda Darnell, the current president oftheir Board of Directors. After eight years on the board, Darnell decided to step down from theposition, …
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By Quincy Young
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7/26/22
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After 32 years of dedication and service, J. Gustavo Nix, M.D. is retiring from his career at Citizens Memorial Hospital.
Nix was born in Argentina and moved to the United States when he was …
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By Cora Stimpson
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7/26/22
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The Historic Bolivar Speedway is welcoming Ben Lipe to their team as the new manager. Theracetrack has been under the ownership of Jim and Vicki Benner since 2018. Lipe, havingrecently signed a lease …
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By Quincy Young
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7/26/22
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Eighteen defendants have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute large amounts of methamphetamine in southwest Missouri after law enforcement officers …
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7/26/22
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As summer temperatures begin to spike over 100°, pet owners are encouraged to take special
care of their furry friends in order to keep them happy and healthy.
Pets should never be left alone …
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By Cora Stimpson
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7/26/22
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The Air Race Classic is an aviation race that stretches over 2,500 miles and brings togetherwomen from all walks of life. Planes took off from Lakeland, Florida on Tuesday, June 21, andfinished the …
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By Cora Stimpson
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7/25/22
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Citizens Memorial Hospital/Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation announces the appointment of Michelle Boehne and Steven Retherford as new directors. Boehne is the administrative director …
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7/25/22
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The Lake Stockton Area Council of the Blind, an affiliate of the Missouri Council of the Blind, meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday ofeach month in Bolivar.
The group offers support to those who …
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7/25/22
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Ten Years. July 22, 2012, I heard those words. You know, the ones no one wants to hear: You haveCancer. Nasty, ugly words that meant my world was changing. I was diagnosed with Stage 3 …
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By Amanda Petit
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7/23/22
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Samantha King, a transitional kindergarten teacher at Bolivar Primary School, passed away on Friday, July 1 after a year-long battle with colon cancer.
In memory of King’s life and career, …
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By Quincy Young
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7/23/22
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Brett Stump, a Bolivar resident and artist, contributed his artwork to the recently-released anthology L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 38. According to Galaxy Press, the trade …
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By Quincy Young
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7/23/22
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Every summer, groups of athletes join together to sharpen their soccer skills with guidance from their coaches and fellow teammates, and this year is no different.
This summer’s youth …
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7/23/22
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Well-known veterinarian Dr. Wendell Stewart lost his battle with cancer Tuesday, July 5. After practicing veterinarian medicine in Bolivar for 48 years, Dr. Stewart made many lifelong friends, and …
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By Linda Simmons
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7/22/22
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Tired of the heat? Well, take a break and eat. This week the Summer Lunch Program will be at the First Christian Church due to extreme heat. The church is located at 407 W. Broadway in Bolivar.The …
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7/22/22
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With extreme temperatures headed our way, Polk County residents are reminded to take helpfulmeasures in order to stay cool during these blistering, hot summer days.
Polk County Health Center …
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By Quincy Young
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7/22/22
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A 62-year-old man from Bolivar died on Friday, July 15, near the Point 12 Main Channel ofPomme de Terre Lake.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol drowning report stated that Steven R. Cutbirth was …
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By BH-FP news staff
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7/22/22
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The Aldrich and Morrisville United Women of Faith are hosting an event at 6 p.m. Sunday, July24. A spaghetti supper with tossed salad and cookies, a pie auction and a number of singers willbe …
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7/22/22
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The Walnut Street Theatre is a beloved and historic institution in Bolivar. Known for its Gothic-style architecture with its steeply-sloping roof and large ornate windows, the building was completed …
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By Quincy Young
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7/22/22
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The City of Bolivar Parks and Recreation Department is seeking community feedback through anew survey.
The survey, found at https://forms.gle/Gf4wbcwh9oFY3iqb8, will be open to the public …
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7/22/22
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Sonrise Church in Pleasant Hope held the second annual cycling event called Ride the Rise on Saturday, July 16. The event raised money for teen scholarships. The church awards a $750 scholarship to …
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7/21/22
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At the beginning of the summer, three men embarked on a journey across the Gulf of Mexico and into Central America, motivated by their faith.
“The purpose and goal of the trip was to explore …
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By Cora Stimpson
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7/21/22
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