Memorial Joann Butler Toy Give-A-Way Set For December 16
The annual Joann Butler Memorial toy give away will take place Saturday, Dec. 16. The event will be held at New Hope Baptist Church from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Please call (816) 590-0636 to make an appointment. Individuals who already have been helped through the school, angel tree, etc. are asked not to…
Read MoreHolden VFW to Serve Soup, Chili Dec. 7
The Holden VFW Post 5844 will be serving soup, chili and desserts in honor of Pearl Harbor Day Thursday, Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the post at 104 E. Second Street. All are invited to attend .
Read MoreHolden Council Hears Updates, Passes Bills and Resolutions at Nov. 16 Meeting
A comprehensive update from Mayor Ray Briscoe and the passage of several bills and resolutions took place when the Holden City Council met Thursday, Nov. 16 at the Hallar Building (City Hall). After approval of minutes and appropriations/expenditures, and having no request for public comments, Mayor Briscoe began his remarks. First, he spoke about the…
Read MoreMarylan Jewell Iles
Marylan Jewell Iles, 77, of Kingsville, MO passed away peacefully on Monday November 20, 2023, at her home. She was born in Kansas City, MO on March 6, 1946, to Wesley and Lanora (Danner) Dollard. Jewell graduated from Kingsville High School. She met her forever love, Bill Iles, in school and the couple were…
Read MoreThomas Ralph Forrest
Thomas “Tom” Ralph Forrest, 81, passed away peacefully in his home in rural Holden, MO surrounded by his family. Tom was born March 17, 1942, in Independence, MO to Fred and Beulah (Cramer) Forrest. In July of 1959 Tom joined the United States Navy and was stationed to the U.S.S. Yorktown as a Seaman. He…
Read MoreBreakfast With Santa In Kingsville Set For Saturday, December 9
Christmas is right around the corner and the Kingsville KARES Crew wants you and your family to join them for Breakfast with Santa on Saturday Dec. 9, 2023! A buffet, all you can eat breakfast, will be served in the Kingsville School Multi-Purpose room from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. and Santa plans to…
Read MoreChristmas Store Set For December 1& 2
The First United Methodist Church is set for the annual Christmas Store event to be held this coming Friday and Saturday (Dec. 1-2). If the generosity in your heart cries out to help this cause, monetary donations, or contributions of food and gifts are much needed and humbly received. The Food Pantry will receive a…
Read MoreChristmas Bazaar Set For This Coming Saturday
The Annual Christmas Bazaar will take place this coming Saturday (Dec. 2) from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at H.O.P.E.’s Community Activity Center located at 100 S. Market St. in Holden. An assortment of items for Christmas shoppers will include baked goods, crafts, jewelry, quilts, clothing, scarves and much more! Concessions by the Holden Volunteer…
Read MoreLiberty Link Agreement, Reports Discussed At Tuesday, Nov. 7 BPW Meeting
A new agreement with Liberty Link was the leading topic discussed when the City of Holden Board of Public Works met earlier this month. Opening the subject was BPW Financial Coordinator Christie Reed. She began by reminding the Board of the terms of the current agreement with Liberty Link was for the use of space…
Read MoreCustomer Appreciation, Shop Small Saturday Set For This Saturday In Downtown Holden
Christmas shoppers won’t want to miss this weekend’s event in Holden as the Holden Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Customer Appreciation and Shop Small Saturday. The day will be filled with games, activities for the entire family and great deals for shoppers looking for that special gift. The full day will feature…
Read More