Area News

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…

It’s been nine years since Holden had to say goodbye to a fixture in our community, and family and friends of the “Gentle Giant” Dale Strate can’t believe that many years have gone by. Dale was called home January 27, 2017 and his funeral was February 4. Former Mayor Doyle Weeks proclaimed that February 4…

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…

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.…

  The Holden Area Chamber of Commerce enjoyed a great turnout when it met for the first time in 2026. Held at Key Coffee last Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m., approximately 30 business men and women and community supporters turned out to hear about Chamber activities and welcome new President, Brent Brown, who succeeds outgoing…

F&C Bank recently announced that it has been named one of Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026, an honor presented in partnership with Plant-A Insights Group. The recognition highlights F&C Bank’s strong impact and ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, supporting local communities, and providing dependable financial solutions. Newsweek and Plant-A…

Now that the filing deadline for the 2026 municipal elections has closed, the picture for the candidates running for office shows there will be several contested races for positions on the Holden City Council/Mayor and the Kingsville R-I Board Of Education. Also determined is that an election for the Holden R-III Board of Education will…

Holden area residents and visitors to the city will be able to enjoy the City Of Holden/Parks & Recreation lights at the City Park a bit longer past the Christmas Holidays. According to Parks Director, Tami Mallory, the spectacular display will remain for a while after New Years, absent lighting around the playground area which…