Area Information
Johnson County was established in 1834 when it separated from Lafayette County. It was named for R.M. Johnson, a Kentucky senator and later vice president. Strangely enough, Johnson County's most famous resident was a dog named Old Drum.
As the story goes, the famous canine was wrongly accused as a sheep-killer by his owner's neighbor and was shot and killed. If Charles Burden had not loved his favorite hunting dog as he did, the unusual trial of Burden verus Hornsby would never have occurred and George Graham Vest would never have had the opportunity to make his classic eulogy to all dogs.
A statue of the infamous hound, along with the moving speech, stands immortalized on the courthouse
square. To this day, over 100 years later, the statue and the story behind it still bring visitors from across the country.
On average, there are 214 sunny days per year in Holden. The July high is around 88 degrees, while the January low is about 19 degrees. Our comfort index, which is based on humidity during the hot months, is 33 out of 100. Holden gets about 43 inches of rain per year. Snowfall is around 11 inches. The number of days with any measurable precipitation is 104.
Holden and Johnson County offer a number of attractions and events. The Rodeo is an annual event, as is the 4th of July Celebration with a free fireworks display. The Fall Fiesta is held each year in downtown Holden, and offers plenty of entertainment, rides, food and crafts. Another downtown event is Customer Appreciation Day held the Friday after Thanksgiving. It offers free trolley rides, Santa photos, tree lighting and extended business hours. Other things to do and see include the Battle of Holden reenactment and the Farmers' Market.
Public elementary, middle and high schools in Holden include South
Elementary, Holden Intermediate, Holden Middle School and Holden High School.
Nearby colleges and universities include the University of Central Missouri, Metropolitan Community College, the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Johnson County Community College and more.
Hospitals and medical centers near Holden include Western Missouri Medical Center, Cass Medical Center and Golden Valley Memorial.
The 3,567-acre Knob Noster State Park was created by the federal government in the 1930s and attracts over 330,000 visitors each year. It offers forested areas, grassland areas, several lakes, hiking trails and picnic sites.
Holden City Lake offers some 385 acres of water nestled in the middle of 600 acres of undisturbed land. It provides some of the best crappie, bluegill, bass, and catfish fishing in the state. Along with the fine fishing, people from all around enjoy hiking, horseback riding, picnicking, boat ramps and fowl hunting blind sights.
Other lakes in Johnson County include Glazebrooks Lake, Hickory Hills Lake, Ken-Mar Acres Lake, Lake Tacket, Lions Lake, Pertle Springs Lake, South Lake and Sprout Lake.
Area and county golf courses include Hidden Pines Country Club, Warrensburg Country Club, Higginsville Country Club, Meadow Lake Country Club, Prairie Ridge Golf Course, Sedalia Country Club and Tri-City Country Club.
If you've decided to make that big move in your life, come on by Holden and Johnson County and check us out. If you like what you see, stop by our United Country office and tell us about your real estate needs and dreams. We'll do all we can to help you find that perfect property.
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