Several fire departments managed to contain a large grass fire in Bolivar Wednesday. The fire was just off State Highway “U’ and west of the Bolivar Speedway. …
Read More »Former Bolivar School Custodian Charged
An ex-Bolivar School District employee faces sex crime charges involving a student. Scott Bryson faces four felony charges including child molestation and sexual contact with a student. …
Read More »Polk County Placed Under Burn Ban
Due to dry conditions and a lack of rainfall, Polk County and the city of Bolivar are now under a burn ban. The Bolivar Fire Department and …
Read More »Drugs and Firearms Discovered In Polk County Traffic Stop
Polk County Deputies found drugs and firearms during a traffic stop on State Highway 32 Tuesday morning. Deputies say they recovered drugs, drug paraphernalia and defaced firearms. …
Read More »High-Speed Chase Spans Three Counties, Ends with Fugitive Arrest
Authorities say a high speed chase that started in Springfield ended with a man in custody in St. Clair County. According to reports, the chase began around …
Read More »Polk County Firefighter Dies in Car Crash Thursday
The Polk County Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of their own. In a statement by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 23-year-old Christopher West died …
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