It was brought to the BH-FP’s attention that last week’s Pleasant Hope election was not covered in the election results segment. We apologize for the oversight - here are the results from the Pleasant Hope elections of April 8, 2025. more

Trader in child porn was a registered sex offender when crime occurred more

The first of the 2025 elections is over, and the results are in. New mayors were chosen, aldermen elected, and school boards established in this round. more

He states it will secure Missouri’s energy future and economic growth more

City says students are safe more

On March 27, Curtis Benenhaley was sentenced to 24 years in prison for his October conviction of sex charges. more

Citizens Memorial Hospital is hosting a Topping Out Ceremony at 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, at the hospital construction entrance on North Butterfield Road, Bolivar. more

The Missouri Cattlemen’s Convention, held at Margaritaville in Osage Beach on Jan. 17 and 18, showcased some of the finest leaders and rising stars in Missouri’s cattle industry. The event, which attracts cattlemen and women from across the state, celebrated achievements in advocacy, education, and community involvement. more

Three Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation long-term care administrators have been named to prominent leadership roles in state and national healthcare organizations. more

Estella Grace Carlin, the daughter of David and Bethany Carlin of Osceola, was the first baby born at CMH in 2025. Sarah Kallberg, D.O., with CMH OB/GYN Clinic delivered Estella at 11:12 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1. She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. more

JEFFERSON CITY, MO, Dec. 30, 2024 – Today, Governor Mike Parson released Putting People First, a review of all the wins and accomplishments achieved during the Parson Administration. more

The newly elected officials were sworn-in on Monday, Dec. 30 by Judge Chuck Replogle.  more

Dr. Tim Garber next Assistant Superintendent of Academics, Mike PItts as Executive Director of Operations more

The low water bridge located on E 435th Road between D Hwy and S 150 is being replaced. Beginning Wednesday, Dec. 18 be prepared to detour as the road will be closed while this is being built. The expected time for this project is at least 90-days. The county appreciates your patience while we make these much needed repairs. more

There will be a come and go reception to wish Mayor Christopher D. Warwick well as he leaves his post as Bolivar’s mayor and starts his new role as a state representative. It will be from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, at Bolivar City Hall, immediately before his final Board of Aldermen meeting. more

After being closed for the past month, S 132nd Road (Sandy Lane) is now open for traffic. There is ongoing work to get it finished, but traffic is allowed through now. The county wants to thank everyone for their patience with this project.  more

The holiday season is in full swing, and the Bolivar Area Chamber of Commerce annual parade will kick off at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. This year’s theme is Down Home Country Christmas. more

“Rick Davis achieved what we want to expect from every rural community in Missouri, he identified an immediate need and reached out to fellow resources to determine how his community could receive aid,” said Kayla Riel, Missouri CARES Coordinator. more

Friday, Sept. 27 and Saturday, Sept. 28, found the streets of Bolivar full of activity in the form of parade watchers and kids of all ages marching in those parades. BHS and SBU both hosted their Homecoming weekend with parades, ballgames, ceremonies and getting together with old friends. more

Bolivar High School and Southwest Baptist University are gearing up for an exciting time as both institutions celebrate their respective homecoming events on the same weekend, Friday, Sept. 27, and Saturday, Sept. 28. To enhance community spirit and engagement, Bolivar High School and Southwest Baptist University have announced a special collaboration. Alumni of both BHS and SBU can take advantage of a bundled ticket offer, which includes admission to both football games at a discounted rate. Tickets can be purchased online at bolivarschools.org/article/1750321. more

The annual Country Days event is scheduled to take place beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, on the Bolivar square. There is going to be a day full of fun for all to enjoy, with a great line-up of entertainment, booths, games, food vendors, and other festivities. more

Correction: The Bolivar Liberators will travel to Osage Friday, Aug.30, to go up against the Osage Indians in the first game of the season. The first home game will be Friday, Sept. 13. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. more

Keith believes that agriculture is the driver of his local economy, and he wants to share the story of the beef industry with his neighbors and community. more

“Our inaugural Putts for Paws golf outing was a great success due to an outpouring of donations from Bolivar area businesses,” said Amy Ridall Campbell, Polk County Humane Society board member. more

The first day of school for the Bolivar School District is August 20, and this year, it will have a new leader at the helm. In February, Bolivar Schools announced that Dr. Michael Methvin was named the new superintendent after Dr. Richard Asbill announced he was retiring at the end of the year. more