Timeshare sales are a multi-billion-dollar industry. While many consumers are happy with their timeshare purchases, others experience buyer’s remorse. That’s where many up-front fee timeshare exit companies enter the picture. more

Friday, Nov. 8, the Downtown Bolivar Association hosted to annual Christmas tree lighting. The square was filled with music, children laughing and having snowball fights, a fire pit, live reindeer, yummy treats and of course, Santa Clause. A fun filled evening for all to welcome in the holiday season. more

Each year during the holiday season, several businesses around Bolivar and in Polk County set up an angel tree for Share Your Christmas. On each angel is a request from a child. These requests are taken during signups for the Share Your Christmas program sponsored by Polk County Christian Social Ministries. It has become a family tradition for families to choose an more

The National FFA Milk Quality and Products CDE is a competitive event that allows students to prove their knowledge about the recognition, selection, and management necessary for quality milk and dairy products. Participants must complete a written exam on milk production and marketing, evaluate milk samples for flavor and quality, identify cheeses and characteristics, and complete milk acceptability tests in the team activity. more

Citizens Memorial Hospital broke ground on the CMH Dialysis Center Thursday, Nov. 7. More than 150 community members were present to celebrate the milestone. The ceremony included several speakers from CMH and the community, along with the ceremonial turning of dirt. more

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 If a little is good, a lot must be better. more

New Growth Transit is a community development corporation affiliated with West Central Missouri Community Action Agency that fosters regional economic growth through several innovative programs. New Growth Transit provides free, volunteer-driven rides for employment, medical appointments, and essential errands. New Growth Transit provides free rides to residents in these west central Missouri counties: Bates, Benton, Camden, Cass, Cedar, Dallas, Henry, Hickory, Laclede, Morgan, Miller, Polk, St. Clair, and Vernon. more

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Ellie Samek of the Bolivar FFA chapter in Bolivar, was named a national finalist this year in the Social Science category in the Division 3 of the competition. Ellie was a top 10 finalist with the results being announced on stage at the National FFA Convention. Ellie earned 3rd place in the Nation in her agriscience fair, earning a gold rating and $500. more

It is the time of the year to start getting ready for Christmas. Toys For Tots are now being accepted at the following locations: more

The Bolivar Police Department released the following reports for: more

An oversight in the 2024 Bolivar High School hall-of-fame article from Sept. 18, 2024, brought James (Jim) Duncan’s service to the forefront. The induction piece claimed, “Derald’s name is inscribed on the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C….He is the only Polk County resident and Bolivar High School graduate listed as killed in action during the Vietnam War.” “Derald” is Derald Hood, a 21-year-old killed in South Vietnam on Dec. 19, 1970. more

Hi, I'm Jewel! I'm a sweet girl around 10 weeks old. The shelter isn't too sure what breed I am, but I'm long like a wiener dog and fluffy like an Aussie, so who knows? I'm super sweet and love the company of others: people, dogs, cats, whoever! Take me home so we can be best friends. more

Monday, Nov. 11 — Ham, hash brown casserole, spinach, cornbread, ice cream. more

Bolivar DAV to honor veterans in Veterans Day celebration more

Halfway R-3 Schools will host their annual Senior Citizens Holiday Dinner on Friday, Nov. 22, in the library at 11 a.m. All seniors in the Halfway School District are welcome to attend by making reservations on or before Nov.r 20, by calling the school at 417-445-2200, extension 5. more

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The Bolivar R-1 School District has announced an increase in the daily pay rate for substitute teachers to $120, effective Nov. 1, from the previous rate of $100. This adjustment is part of a district-wide effort to address challenges in securing enough substitute teachers, a need that has grown recently. By raising the pay, the district hopes to better support current substitutes and attract new ones. more

The annual Southwest Missouri Beef Conference and Trade Show will be held Tuesday, Nov. 12 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 pm at McKenna Hall/Sacred Heart Church in Bolivar. more

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