Area News
Lexington Street Receives Much Needed Repairs
Holden Street Department Supervisor Ron Hindman (front) and street crew worker Morgan Pemberton lay new asphalt on Lexington Street in Holden on April 1. Photo by Steve Edwards
Read MoreBelow Freezing Temps Move In
After temperatures rose above 70 degrees on April Fool’s Day, Mother Nature displayed a mood change in the early morning hours of last Friday. Morning temperatures on Friday dipped below the freezing mark. A steady rain moved into the area in the afternoon with the F&C Bank thermometer showing the mercury at 31 degrees just…
Read MoreHolden City Park Closed Due To Virus
The Holden City Park fell victim to the closure order that is in effect in this country. Due to the coronavirus, people are ordered to stay at home and only go out if it’s absolutely necessary. All non-essential businesses are also closed, per Governor Mike Parson and JOCO Emergency Management Agency. Johnson County had 31…
Read MoreR-I District Approves Bond Proposal
The Kingsville School Board heard a bond presentation at its regular March meeting. LJ Hart representatives gave the presentation on the district’s 2012 and 2013 General Obligation Bonds. Board members voted to move forward with the proposal presented. In calendar events, Superintendent Lorna Warren reminded the board that Field Day and the Board BBQ was tentatively…
Read MoreAll JOCO Residents Ordered to Stay at Home
In an effort to slow the spread and better protect our community from COVID-19, Johnson County Community Health Services (JCCHS) issued a stay-at-home order for all of Johnson County, MO. It began at 12:01 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1 and is in effect until 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2020. The deadline could be…
Read MoreApril Family Fun!
April family fun!… Warm weather with temperatures topping the 70-degree mark on Wednesday, April 1, made for an excellent opportunity to enjoy being outdoors in Holden. Pictured, Joe Thomas (left) plays paddy-cake with his grandson, Dylan Wilder, as Dylan’s mom, Crystal Thomas looks on. Dylan was all smiles as he and his family enjoyed playing…
Read MoreHAMA Food Pantry Open, Help Available for Families
The COVID-19 pandemic we are living with in our world now has drastically changed our way of life, including the way organizations and merchants do business. The Holden Area Ministerial Association (HAMA) would like everyone to know the HAMA food pantry is still open and at this time, has plenty of food. Pastor Rob Allen, president…
Read MoreHelp Stop The Spread of COVID-19
Each of us can help stop the spread of COVID-19 disease by washing our hands regularly with soap and water for 20 seconds – especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose. If soap and water are not available, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend…
Read MoreHe Is Risen!
On the third day, after much heartache and confusion, Jesus Christ arose! That blessed Easter morning, Christ conquered death and the grave and made a way for us to have eternal life. Hallelujah to the Lamb of God! The morning we have been eagerly anticipating is finally here! From Ash Wednesday until Easter morning, we…
Read MoreFirst Case of COVID-19 Reported in JOCO
Johnson County Community Health Services (JCCHS) has announced the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Johnson County. The case is located near Knob Noster and the patient is currently in home isolation, following the guidance of the CDC. JCCHS continues to work with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) and the CDC…
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