Hazel “Norma” Gragg Callaway
Hazel “Norma” Gragg Callaway, 83, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at her home in Quincy, Missouri, surrounded by her family. Called home by her Heavenly Father, we know she met her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and a host of loved ones for a joyous reunion. Norma was born on Thursday, March 6,…
Read MoreGlenn Kelly Thomason
Glenn Kelly Thomason, 85 of Holden, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at Holden Manor Care Center in Holden, Missouri. Glenn was born Tuesday, November 7, 1939, in Holden, Missouri, to the late Francis Thomason and the late Dorothy (Whiteman) Thomason. Glenn was a graduate of Holden High School, class of 1956. On…
Read MoreBallot Approval, Position Re-Instatement, Health Benefits, Among New Business Items At R-III, BOE Meeting
Two ballot approval items, the re-instatement of a position and health benefits were among the business items taken up when the Holden R-III Board of Education met Monday, January 13. Business Items Two propositions dealing with the April 8, 2025 elections were approved when the board entered the new business portion of the meeting. •…
Read MoreJudy Kay Korach
Judy Kay Korach, age 79, of Arma, Kansas, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. Born on May 6, 1945 in Clinton, Missouri, Judy Korach was the beloved daughter of A.W. (Alvin Wyatt) and Virginia Pruessner. Judy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She leaves behind a…
Read MoreVirginia R. Miller
Virginia R. Miller, 91 of Holden, Missouri passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 at Villages of Jackson Creek in Independence, Missouri. Virginia was born May 15, 1933 in Collins, Missouri, the daughter of David and Rosa (McNelley) Baker. She graduated from High School in 1951 at Osceola, Missouri. Virginia was united in marriage to Robert…
Read MoreRita Lou Hawthorne
Rita Lou Hawthorne August 12, 1937 – December 1, 2024 Loved and loving. These are the best words to describe Rita Lou Hawthorne, who passed away on December 1, 2024. Rita’s love for Jesus and her family and friends was evident in every aspect of her life. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and…
Read MoreMary Kathryn “Kate” Gross
Mary Kathryn “Kate” Gross, 81 of Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed away Thursday evening, December 26, 2024 at the Estoria Rehabilitation Center in Liberty, MO. She was born December 11, 1943 in Warrensburg, MO, the daughter of Lester Walter Ramey and Pearl Audrey (Curnutt) Ramey. She married Norman E. Gross on September 14, 1991 in Washington,…
Read MoreUse Of ARPA Funds Topic At January Board Of Public Works Meeting Jan. 7
The use of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds was a topic of discussion when the Holden Board of Public Works met Tuesday, Jan. 7. ARPA Funds In a new business item on the agenda, Holden Water Superintendent Tony Lerda told the board he had sent the City of Holden a letter concerning the 50/50…
Read MoreWeather The Main Story As Holden Enters 2025
The weather continues to be one of the top stories in Holden as the town ushers in 2025. A major winter storm between Jan. 4-6, which left Holden with anywhere from 8-12 inches of snow, proved to be one of the largest accumulations in decades. Making matters worse, the blizzard-like conditions were accompanied with temperatures…
Read MoreAttention All Veterans!
A Veteran Service Officer will be on site at the Holden VFW on Saturday, January 25 from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. to help veterans learn how to determine their benefits. Veterans need to bring their DD-214 form with them and lunch will be provided from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m
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