Former Holden mayor, Doyle Weeks, shared comments with the Image relating to the nepotism acts that caused him to resign from office on June 22. Weeks addressed the April council meeting where the nepotism acts occurred. He explained the circumstances, saying council members were voting on the position of mayor pro tem. ”There were four votes for…

Wesley Chapel announces its annual Ice Cream Social, to be held this Sunday, July 11 at the church. This annual tradition is a favorite among residents and has been for many decades. Come out to Wesley Chapel for some delicious homemade ice cream with all the fixin’s. Also available are hot dogs, chips and drinks.…

A night to honor all retired and active duty military personnel will be held this Friday, July 9 (tomorrow) at the Hallar Building. The evening will include dinner and drinks as a way to honor those serving or who have served in the military and their families. Those attending will enjoy a menu of brisket,…

New Life Fellowship took 47 church members to Lake Charles, Louisiana on a mission trip to do some construction work and clean-up after a hurricane devastated the town. Just after arriving and throughout the week, the team discovered they were there to restore hope to many while doing the construction work and clean-up. The town…

Calling all car and truck enthusiasts – the Holden Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting Cruise Nights in downtown Holden! Cruise Nights will be held the first Friday of each month, with the next one being July 2 (tomorrow), from 5 to 8 p.m., on 2nd St. The Chamber’s first Cruise Night was a success…

Celebrate Independence Day this Sunday, July 4th with your friends and neighbors! The City of Holden, Parks & Recreation and the Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring “Spark in the Park” for the annual 4th of July festivities at the city park. The breathtaking fireworks display will begin at dusk, and a celebration starts at 7 p.m.,…

On June 22, Holden Mayor Doyle Weeks resigned before the Holden City Council after reports of nepotism actions came to light. The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office first received allegations of nepotism on May 17, 2021, at which time they filed a report and turned the matter over to Robert Russell, Johnson County Prosecuting Attorney. The nepotism…

Renewal of a current sales tax was discussed at the regular June 7 meeting of the Holden Parks & Recreation Board. The no tax increase sales tax is the Storm Water/Parks Dept. tax, which was originally approved by voters several years ago. Revenue from the tax is divided evenly between the Parks Dept. and the…