Area News

Maintenance at the city lake was discussed by Holden City Council members at the July 13 council meeting. Among areas discussed was the dam at the lake and what part the City is responsible for maintenance and upkeep on. Councilman Ray Briscoe informed the council that the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be inspecting areas…

Many people and businesses are still recovering from the far-reaching economic and health-related effects of the last year-and-a-half of the COVID pandemic. A great number of small businesses in this country had no choice but to close their doors for good, and the ones that were able to hang on are still in recovery mode.…

The Image has learned that former Holden Police Chief Trenton Neal’s case is set for a review on July 21 in Johnson County Circuit Court in Warrensburg. The case review stems from an incident that allegedly occurred on March 30, 2021, in which Neal was arrested for felony domestic assault. Neal was booked on felony…

Some city councilmen reported they felt “blind-sided” at the June 22 special session budget meeting, when Mayor Pro Tem Liz Weeks was sworn in as mayor. At that meeting, former Mayor Doyle Weeks tendered his letter of resignation to council, amid nepotism actions that occurred at the April council meeting. On June 22, council voted…

Former Holden mayor, Doyle Weeks, shared comments with the Image relating to the nepotism acts that caused him to resign from office on June 22. Weeks addressed the April council meeting where the nepotism acts occurred. He explained the circumstances, saying council members were voting on the position of mayor pro tem. ”There were four votes for…

Wesley Chapel announces its annual Ice Cream Social, to be held this Sunday, July 11 at the church. This annual tradition is a favorite among residents and has been for many decades. Come out to Wesley Chapel for some delicious homemade ice cream with all the fixin’s. Also available are hot dogs, chips and drinks.…

A night to honor all retired and active duty military personnel will be held this Friday, July 9 (tomorrow) at the Hallar Building. The evening will include dinner and drinks as a way to honor those serving or who have served in the military and their families. Those attending will enjoy a menu of brisket,…

New Life Fellowship took 47 church members to Lake Charles, Louisiana on a mission trip to do some construction work and clean-up after a hurricane devastated the town. Just after arriving and throughout the week, the team discovered they were there to restore hope to many while doing the construction work and clean-up. The town…

Calling all car and truck enthusiasts – the Holden Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting Cruise Nights in downtown Holden! Cruise Nights will be held the first Friday of each month, with the next one being July 2 (tomorrow), from 5 to 8 p.m., on 2nd St. The Chamber’s first Cruise Night was a success…

Celebrate Independence Day this Sunday, July 4th with your friends and neighbors! The City of Holden, Parks & Recreation and the Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring “Spark in the Park” for the annual 4th of July festivities at the city park. The breathtaking fireworks display will begin at dusk, and a celebration starts at 7 p.m.,…