Heiman’s New Owner Hits The Ground Looking Forward To Serving The Community
It’s been a couple of weeks now since the proprietorship of Heiman’s has changed to Matt and Becky Nelson. As it currently stands, Matt will manage the day-to-day business end of the operation, while Becky will remain in her position as a Certified Public Accountant – the latter of which is a great asset in…
Read MoreBarbara Ann Bruns
Barbara Ann Bruns, 84, of Owensville, Missouri, formerly of Kansas City, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at StoneBridge of Owensville. She was born November 15, 1941, in Medford, Missouri, to Glenn Curtis and Grace Elizabeth (Snyder) Bryant. She was raised with a deep love for animals, especially the draft horses her family raised and…
Read MoreHolden Chamber Set To Meet Thursday, Feb. 5 At Andale Amigo
Building on the momentum of it’s well-attended January meeting, the Holden Area Chamber Of Commerce is set for it’s second gathering of the year. This meeting will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 at the Andale Amigo Mexican Restaurant. Marcy Barnhart with the Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau will be providing the organization…
Read MoreChocolate Crawl Set For Saturday, February 7
JOHN ROBERT TEVIS
John Robert Tevis, 86 of Kingsville, Missouri passed peacefully away Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at his home. John was born July 15, 1939 in Holden, Missouri, the son of Charles Tevis and Helen (Hodges) Tevis. He graduated from Holden High School, Class of 57. He married Beverly Ann Stoyko in May of 1957 in Miami,…
Read MoreLaura Ellen (Gudde) Atkins
Laura Ellen (Gudde) Atkins was born on July 3, 1946, in Warrensburg, Missouri, to Chris and Katie Mae Gudde. She passed away, at the age of 79, on January 12, 2026 surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of service, faith, family, and quiet dedication. She attended Centerview Grade School and graduated from Holden High…
Read MoreDoris Una Enke
Doris Una Enke, 91, of Lee’s Summit Missouri passed away Wednesday, November 12 at 9:34 a.m. at her home in John Knox Village. She was born on January 5, 1934 to Alma A. Christenson and D. Margret (Pine) Christenson in Johnson County Missouri three miles north of Holden. Doris grew up in Holden and was…
Read MoreReview Of Past Activities, A Look At Future Endeavors Highlight Council Meeting
A look back at the activities and accomplishments of the Holden City Council during 2025 and a preview of things to come highlighted the body’s monthly meeting Thursday, Jan. 12. 2025 Review Mayor Ray Briscoe began the business part of the meeting by updating the council with recent activities and thanking all who filed the…
Read MoreMausoleum Clothing, Blanket Give-A-Way To Extend to Feb. 1
Last week an announcement was made that Miller Mausoleum will continue its winter give-a-way program to assist those in need of clothing and blankets. The announcement read as follows: “Due to great need and popular demand, we delight to announce the Miller Mausoleum is extending its Winter Wear and Blanket event through Sunday, Feb. 1st.…
Read MoreDianna Marie “D. D.” Lockhart
Dianna Marie “D. D.” Lockhart 56 of Kingsville, Missouri passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026 at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City. Dianna was born September 27, 1969 in Kansas City, the daughter of Homer Leroy Williams and Dixie Laura (Covington) Knoche. Later, she moved to Holden and was the Supervisor of the Custodial…
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