Park Board Approves Paving Project; Discusses Calendar
The Parks & Recreation Board met on April 5 to discuss paving of the parking lots at the city park, among other business. The board was informed that the City of Holden and the Street Department presented a proposal on paving of the parking lots at the city park, and discussion followed. The areas to…
Read MoreGLORIA DAWN BURDEN
Gloria Dawn Burden, 58, of Holden, Missouri passed away Monday, April 5, 2021, at her home. Gloria was born August 17, 1962 in Warrensburg, daughter of E. Elwood Scott and Lois Ellen (Yoder) Scott. She graduated from Holden High School, Class of ‘80. She was united in marriage to Gary B. Burden on February 16,…
Read MoreSAMUEL MORGAN CHAPMAN
Until we meet again… On Tuesday, April 6, 2021, Samuel Morgan Chapman, loving husband and friend, went to his heavenly home at the age of 56. Samuel (known to friends and family as “Sam”) was born on September 22, 1964 and grew up in Levittown, Long Island. On March 30, 1996, Sam married the…
Read MoreROBIN LYNN (COLLINS) MARTINEZ
Robin Lynn (Collins) Martinez, 51, of Warrensburg, Missouri passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 in Warrensburg. Robin was born on February 6, 1970 in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Robert L. Collins and Diana L. (Anspaugh) Collins. She married James M. Martinez III in Chilhowee, MO in May of 1988. Robin worked as a…
Read MoreARLY “LYNN” PRICE
Arly “Lynn” Price, 91, of Holden, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at Heart of The Ozarks Health Care Center in Ava, Missouri. Lynn was born April 23, 1929 in Almartha, Missouri, son of Jesse Dean Price and Mattie Lou (Martin) Price. He graduated from Gainesville High School, Class of ‘48. He served in…
Read MoreLuck of the Draw Set for Saturday
The Holden Area Chamber of Commerce is excitedly planning its annual Luck of the Draw event! The always popular event will be held this Saturday, April 10, at the Hallar Building, and festivities get underway at 6:30 p.m. The theme this year is Casino Royale and those attending are encouraged to dress up and take…
Read MoreHolden Police Chief Arrested on Domestic Assault Charges
On Tuesday, March 30, at 11:15 p.m., Trent Mikel Neal, 29, of Centerview, was arrested for domestic assault by law enforcement officers. Neal serves as the Chief of Police for the Holden Police Department. Neal was booked on felony charges of domestic assault in the third degree and transported to the Johnson County Jail where he…
Read MoreBistro Hosts Foundation Fundraiser
Thursday, April 8, the 2nd Street Bistro is hosting a fundraiser for the Holden Foundation. It will be ALL DAY (from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.). You may call for carry-out at 816-732-6106 or dine in. Make this your opportunity to try one of their special wood-fire pizzas, calzones, pastas or delicious salads. Check out…
Read MoreElm Spring Easter Egg-Stravaganza Set for Saturday
Calling all children! Elm Spring Baptist Church is excited to announce its second annual Easter Egg-Stravaganza! The fun event is for children of all ages and will be held this Saturday, April 3 at 2 p.m. – rain or shine! Organizers have a Salvation craft planned for each child to do. There will also be…
Read MoreSix Candidates Vie for Kingsville School Board Openings
Kingsville R-I School Board has four open seats for the April 6 election. Candidates running for the vacant seats are listed below. There are two openings for a three-year term, and candidates running unopposed are Ed Barnett, incumbent, and Daniel Mitstifer. There is one opening for a two-year term, and candidates for that seat are…
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