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

Beverly Dean Bozarth more

Maureen Elizabeth Foster more

Seamus Patrick Breton more

DEATHS 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

DEATHS more

The following events are happening at your local library. more

Emily Genevieve Conforti Hendricks 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

My apologies to my unknown relatives in Canada for the unpleasant political winds emanating from below our border. more

CIVIL PETITIONS more

Should cars get tattoos? more

“The Monkey” is a movie on the sillier end of the horror spectrum. It’s so silly that the catalyst more

It is here! The final days of the shortest month of the year. It sometimes feels like the longest month of the year. We are ready for winter to be over and to start seeing the subtle signs of our beloved Spring season. 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

SHERIFF’S REPORTS more

Monday, Feb. 24, the Lady basketball team from Logan-Rogersville has put an outstanding season together so far. A 19-5 record and close losses to Fair Grove, Kickapoo, Skyline, West Plains and Marshfield. more

The Bolivar Rotary Club offers a service for the Bolivar community to celebrate our country’s great heritage year-round through the traditional posting of U.S. flags throughout the Bolivar area. It is a community tradition that was started decades ago by the Bolivar Optimist Club. The Bolivar Rotary Club now has the honor of continuing this service for many decades to come. more

Our changing economy illustrates how agriculture impacts our lives now more than ever. Farmers and ranchers provide the food, feed, fuel and fiber that serves consumers in Missouri and around the globe. Thanks to Missouri farmers, consumers can also find locally sourced food and goods. Consumers around the world enjoy what our farmers and ranchers produce. more

On Wednesday, Feb. 26, Polk County 4-H Council officers were honored to join the Bolivar Rotary at their monthly luncheon. The 4-H’ers enjoyed the opportunity and in turn shared information about 4-H and their projects. To learn more about 4-H, contact Velynda Cameron by email at cameronv@missouri.edu or by phone at 417-326-4916. more

The Bolivar CTA is hosting the annual School Board Candidate Forum on Tuesday, March 25 th in the Bolivar board room at the Central Office. The forum will begin at 6 p.m. with general questions, break for a meet and greet with the candidates then, conclude with submitted questions and closing comments. more

Saturday, March 1 more

Brandon K. Henson and live-in girlfriend, Hope Francka, were charged with multiple counts of child abuse in 2022 for the mistreatment of Francka’s four-year-old daughter. more

Hello, I'm Patches! My owner went to prison and left me behind. I'm an adult at 6 years old, but don't let that fool you, I've got a heart full of puppy love. I'm a sweet guy who loves making friends. Whether it's a game of fetch or a quiet evening on the couch, I'm always up for a good time. I'm smart, too, as you'd expect from a Border Collie, I've learned all sorts of tricks and commands. But what I'd love most is to learn the rhythm of a forever home. I dream of days filled with walks, treats, and endless belly rubs. Adopt me and let's create a lifetime of joyful memories together! more