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Holden High School BOE Holds Two Meetings In August
The Holden High School Board Of Education held Two meetings in August. The first was a regularly scheduled meeting Aug. 10, followed by a special meeting on Aug. 13. Aug. 10 Meeting Tax Rate Hearing Prior to the regular meeting, Superintendent Christy Harrison conducted a tax rate hearing at 5:55 p.m. Reported was proposed tax…
Read MoreFire Department Responds To Structure Fire
The Holden Fire Department was dispatched to Sonic Drive-In, located at 101 South Lexington Street, following an eyewitness report of smoke coming from the roof of the business. Upon arrival, the crew of Engine 211 observed heavy smoke coming from the roof. After conducting a 360-degree assessment, firefighters determined that all exterior doors were…
Read MoreHolden Street Fair Packed With Three Days Of Activities
The upcoming Holden Street Fair, set for Thursday, Aug. 27 through Saturday, Aug. 29 once again promises to be a three-day affair filled with a variety of exciting events. This year’s schedule includes the following: Thursday – Aug 27 ● 4:00 – 6:00 PM: KMZU broadcasting live from fairgrounds ● 2:00 – 8:00 PM: CAC-…
Read More14th Annual Tractor Cruise Enjoys Another Successful Day
Tammy Aldridge Kingsville Recreation Club, KARES Program The Kingsville Recreation Club, KARES Program, (Kingsville Area Residents Exceptional Services) hosted their 14th annual tractor cruise and show on Saturday August 1, 2026, in memory of our friend Bryan Simms and to support the scholarship his family established in his name. Because of the generosity of our…
Read MoreKingsville History Vol. 1 To Hit News Stands Next Week
Anyone interested in history, and especially local history, will be excited to learn that Dana Kephart’s “History Of The Town, Kingsville,” Vol. 1, will hit the news racks next week.
Read MoreRetirement Party, Welcoming Set For Today
A retirement party for former Holden Water Superintendent, Tony Lerda and the welcoming of his successor, Garrett Siemer (Clear Water Solutions) will be held between 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 6, at City Hall. The gathering will be a great time for Holden to show its appreciation for Tony’s longtime service and community…
Read MoreFuneral Home Still Providing Services
The Stewart family has announced the Campbell-Cast funeral home is still in full operation and asks that Holden and surrounding communities support this family owned business, which has operated since 1946. The funeral home remains dedicated to providing support for families during times of loss, with a focus on creating meaningful memorial services.
Read MoreCity Audit, Department & Committee Reports, Resolutions, Ordinances Highlight Council Meeting
Audit Underway Opening the July 16 meeting was a Missouri State Auditor’s representative, who told the council an update on the current city audit is underway due to past employee misconduct. The audit is being conducted at the request of the Johnson County Prosecutor’s Office. There will be news releases published relating to the audit…
Read MoreDeclaration Reading Given By McCulloch
Holden resident Chuck McCulloch took center stage at Life Celebration Theater on Second Street in Holden to deliver a public reading of the Declaration of Independence Wednesday, July 8. The public reading of the Declaration performed by McCulloch at 5:00 p.m. was part of a simultaneous nationwide event during which the 250th anniversary of…
Read MoreSpark In The Park This Coming Saturday at Holden City Park
“Spark In the Park,” Holden’s annual fireworks display, will take place this coming Saturday, July 11 at the Holden City Park. Festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. with the fireworks display launching at dusk. There will be plenty to eat and drink at the event, with food trucks on-site along with other activities such as horseshoe…
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