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Joyce A. Rinne

  Joyce A. Rinne, 86 of Holden, Missouri passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Holden Manor Care Center. Joyce Aleen Covey was born October 31, 1938, in Higginsville, Missouri, the youngest daughter of Roy Covey and Eula M. (Newland) Covey. She graduated from Higginsville High School, Class of 1957. She was united in marriage…

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Witches Night Out Set For Thursday, Oct. 9

One last reminder for those ladies who would like to enjoy an evening to themselves – Witches Night Out is set for Thursday, Oct. 9. The evening is designed as a ladies night out, filled with fun things to do like shopping, dressing up in a Halloween costume and, in general, having an enjoying time.…

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Passion For The Cure This Coming Sunday, Oct. 12

Passion For The Cure is set to take place this coming Sunday, Oct. 12. The annual event is designed to provide information about the various types of cancer, share experiences of those who have been touched by the disease and provide hope to those currently battling with it. The time for the event is set…

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Judith Lynn (Fessler) Smith

Judith Lynn (Fessler) Smith was born in Kansas City, Missouri on April 23,1943 to Herman and Dorette (Fromson) Fessler. On Sunday, September 7th, 2025 she passed away peacefully at Kansas City Hospice House, Kansas City, Missouri. She was 82 years old. Judy grew up at Lake Lotawana, Missouri, along with her sister Suzette. Together they…

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Matthew R. Martin

Matthew R. Martin, 13 of Holden, Missouri passed away Sunday, September 21, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Matt was born August 14, 2012 in Warrensburg. He was raised in Holden. He enjoyed hunting and fishing all things outdoors. Matt was an animal lover and especially loved Hope Outdoors. He was a…

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4-H Youth Are Beyond Ready: Johnson County 4-H Joins National Celebration of Leadership, Learning, and Service

From fairgrounds to classrooms, community gardens to robotics labs, 4-H youth in Johnson County are proving they’re not just ready for the future – they’re Beyond Ready. During National 4-H Week, celebrated Oct. 5–11, 2025, 4-H’ers will share how 4-H equips young people with the skills, confidence, and resilience to lead in a world full…

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Clearwater Solutions Visit, Reports, Top BPW Meeting

John Roberts Publisher, Holden Image A report on Clearwater Solutions, the water management company in line to assume the services now provided by O&M Enterprises, and general activities topped the September meeting of the Holden Board of Public Works… See Full Story In This Week’s edition of the Holden Image…

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“Flight Over Holden” Kite Festival This Coming Saturday

A Kite Festival described as a “Flight Over Holden” featuring the nationally renowned team “Great American Kits” is set to fill the skies from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., this coming Saturday (Sept. 27) at the Holden City Lake area. At that time a mass of show kites and colorful inflatables can be witnessed from…

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City Council Meeting Summary – Thursday, September 18, 2025

The Holden City Council heard various departmental updates and passed various resolutions and ordinances at its monthly meeting Thursday, Sept. 18 Holden Mayor Ray Briscoe opened the meeting by asking for approval to add one item, requested by council members, regarding City Executive Assistant roles and responsibilities to the agenda. That was approved and the…

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Beverly Ann McKenna

Beverly Ann McKenna, age 72, passed away peacefully at home on September 9, 2025, after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. Beverly touched the lives of many through her kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family and friends. She had a generous spirit, a heart full of love, and showed kindness to all. Beverly…

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