After a year of dealing with dilapidated and vacant properties, the City Council of Webster City on Monday passed the first reading of a measure that will regulate abandoned properties. It also agreed to study an additional change to the City Code of Ordinances that would cover residential ...

NEVADA — The South Hamilton cross country teams competed here Monday at the Heart of Iowa Conference meet. The race was held at Hickory Grove Park, as Monroe-PCM won girls team gold and Nevada claimed the boys title. For the Hawks, they were sixth overall in the girls standings behind ...

This past week or so was a busy one at the Webster City Fire Department. A bit more than a week ago there was a combine fire. Unfortunately, it appeared to be a total loss. Then, a week ago this evening there was a vehicle extrication drill. (Photo on page 3) The department is getting ...

Grab your girlfriends and a box of tissues, those sassy southern ladies are back in town. In its third rendition of this iconic story, Webster City Community Theatre is bringing “Steel Magnolias” back to the local stage this month. The enduring tale of strong friendship among women is as ...

Kendall Young Library is hosting two special events this week. Today, a visit from magician MiKayla Oz will kick off fall programming at the library, 1201 Willson Avenue, Webster City. This performance begins at 5:30 p.m. It’s a fun event for all ages, and it’s free. The library ...

BLAIRSBURG — The Blairsburg Opera House Jam session will be held Friday, August 30, at the opera house. This event is from 6 to 9 p.m. Musicians, dancers and listeners are invited to attend.