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Owning and operating a business for 44 continuous years is a feat in and of itself. Changes in the economic landscapes, evolving tastes, and coping with the everyday grind, more often than not take their toll sooner than later. Yet, after four-and-one- half decades, Sandy Carter and the Cowboy Inn are still standing tall, serving…

On the Tuesday, August 6, 2024, election ballot, the City of Holden has a General Obligation Bond (GO Bond) question for Voter consideration. Specifically, the ballot states: “Shall the City of Holden, Missouri, issue its general obligation bonds in an amount up to $900,000 for the purpose of replacing fire equipment, and other public safety…

The Latour School Reunion, has been scheduled for Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. It will be held at the Rose Hill Baptist Church. All attending are asked to bring a dish.

The 12th annual Tractor Cruise sponsored by the Kingsville Recreation Club – Kingsville Area Residents Exceptional Services (KARES) program, is scheduled for Saturday August 3, 2024. There will be a tractor show at the Kingsville City Park following the 20-mile cruise. This event is held in memory of Bryan Simms and the proceeds benefit the…

Voters in the upcoming August 6 election in Holden will determine two major issues involving 1) the City and 2) the Holden R-III School District. Both failed passage earlier in the year when the former lacked passage by two votes and the latter, which requires a 4/7ths majority, by approximately 2 percent. Since that time,…

All truck lovers are reminded that they can view some great “working trucks” this coming Saturday, (July 20), at the Holden City Park. “Trucks In The Park,” which takes place from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m., not only will be an opportunity to see fire trucks, police vehicles, construction trucks, an ambulance and others, but also…

A “Happy Retirement” gathering for Scotty and Paula Walker will take place from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 20, at the VFW Hall in downtown Holden. Cookies, coffee, lemonade and tea will be provided by the Holden Area Chamber Of Commerce and ladies of the community. The couple recently retired from Walker’s Five…

Several areas of concern were reported by Holden Water Superintendent Tony Lerda at the Tuesday, July 2 meeting of the Holden Board of Public Works. Sewer System Regarding the city’s sewer system, he reported there are pipes failing and completely blocked through the city’s field between the old swimming pool area and 14th Street. He…

A Military Appreciation Dinner sponsored by The Covenant Church is scheduled for Friday, July 12, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Hallar Building in Holden. All active service members, veterans and family members are invited to join in for what promises to be a great time.