Celebrate Lent With Lone Jack Christian Church
Today, Ash Wed., Feb. 14th, the Lone Jack Christian Church worship service will be at 7pm and all are welcome to come begin their Lenten journey together. God’s blessings…Rev. Dr. Ann Kircher Location: Lone Jack Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 200 W. Lone Jack/Lee’s Summit Rd. Lone Jack, Mo. Maundy Thursday Service March 28th at…
Read MoreRobert Gilmore
Robert Gilmore, age 75, of Chilhowee, Missouri passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024 at Lee’s Summit Medical Center in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Funeral Services were held Friday, February 9, 2024 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel in Clinton, Missouri with visitation from prior to the service. A graveside service was held on Saturday, February 10, at…
Read MoreMargaret Louise Skidmore
Margaret Louise Skidmore, 84, of Harrisonville, Missouri; formerly of Holden, passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at Holden Manor Care Center. Margaret was born July 22, 1939 in Chillicothe, Missouri the daughter of Russell and Mary Ann (Davis) Hicks. She was the youngest of seven children. Upon the death of her parents, at an early…
Read MoreIris Lavonne Dolman
Iris Lavonne Dolman, age 91 years, was born on June 25, 1932 in Ozawkie, KS to John R. Triggs and Charlotte (Root) Triggs. She passed away on January 26, 2024 in Kansas City, KS. Iris is preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years, Willard Dolman; parents, John and Charlotte Triggs; son, Rickey…
Read MoreCity of Holden Explains General Obligation Bond For April Election
The City of Holden will ask voters on April 2 to approve a general obligation bond for public safety improvements. If voters approve the measure, the City will use the funds for the following purposes: 1. The Holden Fire Department will purchase a new Pumper Truck to replace an existing truck that is 20 years…
Read MoreFrances Fields Yoder
Frances Fields Yoder, 95 of Holden, Missouri went home to her heavenly reward on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 surrounded by family. Fran was born March 11, 1928 in Humansville, Missouri, the daughter of Monroe Austin Fields and Jessie Lee (Higgins) Fields. She graduated Valedictorian at Humansville High School and shortly after, received her Teacher’s Certificate…
Read MoreGary Keith Davis
Gary Keith Davis, 82 of Chilhowee, Missouri passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at Country Club Care Center in Warrensburg, where he had resided for the past two months. Gary was born January 16, 1942, at the home, in Orrick, Missouri to Lawrence and Evelyn (Hupman) Davis. After graduating from Holden High School, he continued…
Read MoreCorbett Eugene Williams
Corbett Eugene Williams, 74 of Holden passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Lee’s Summit Medical Center. Corbett was born June 6, 1949 in Garden City, Missouri, son of Corbett J. and Georgian M. (Snow) Williams. He served in the United States Marine Corp and was a Purple Heart Recipient. Corbett’s hobbies included video games.…
Read MoreClarence “Bus” Weatherford
Clarence “Bus” Weatherford, Jr., 96, of Sibley, MO, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Bus was born September 11, 1927, in Independence, MO, to Clarence and Florence (Mygatt) Weatherford. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1945, then served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Bus went on to work for the U.S. Postal…
Read MoreProposition K.I.T.S. Helps Attract, Employment, Retention of Quality Staff
Attracting, employing, and retaining quality staff is an identified goal in our District Strategic Plan and considered a budget priority by the R-III Board of Education. We’re seeking approval to adjust our operating tax levy by $0.2204 ensuring we can continue to meet this goal, enhance teacher support, and cover additional operating expenses. Importantly, this…
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