When it comes to convenience stores, Brew Oil’s name says it all. These are the familiar, friendly places we go to fill our tanks with fuel and fuel ourselves with coffee. Early in 2026, Webster…
G'day
CORRECTION: In the story printed about the new principal at the St. Thomas Catholic School, there is a correction on…
WCHS to present The Miracle Worker Nov 13-15
Webster City High School will present The Miracle Worker by William Gibson, as its fall play on November 13–15, at…
If the spooks don't get you, you'll find them here
It's one of the brightest houses on First Street, all set for Halloween night. With Halloween events starting on Thursday…
Parkinson's Disease virtual workshops announced
Growing older is the greatest risk factor for acquiring Parkinson’s disease and many people live with symptoms for several years…
Turning Back the Pages of Time
1926 Hallowe’en Dances are given at Outing club and by the Mooseheart Legion The Halloween season furnished the occasion last…
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Local Sports
South Hamilton ousted by No. 2 Grundy Center
JEWELL - The South Hamilton volleyball squad saw its season come to an end on Monday night. The Hawks were ousted from the Class 2A regional tournament, falling to second-ranked Grundy Center in three games. Scores were 25-8, 25-8 and 25-10. South Hamilton (23-12 overall) had advanced to the semifinals in Region 2 with…
Local Columns
The Bootcamp crew of Jewell
Editors note: The following column was the winner of the “There’s No Place Like Home” photo and writing contest which was held in Jewell this past month. The entries were to include a photo that captures the spirit of the community. Congratulations to Suzy Bunk Bahr for the winning entry which we are including
As we near the end of this years election cycle, it seems fitting that we begin…
Shift your thinking and help lift the spirits of others
My old high school more than 60 years ago was small. The building housed grades K-12…
Looking at the outward appearance
To the Editor: Local newspapers are the informational lifeblood of a community. Some time ago Pulitzer…
Should not take the newspaper for granted
Editorials
4-H is about helping youth achieve
Editorial: National 4-H Week, which began Sunday and concludes Saturday, is a good time to celebrate the enormous contributions 4-H makes to our community and nation. It's hard to imagine anyone in Iowa who doesn't know a bit about 4-H, but this week is an appropriate occasion to reflect on the important contribution this…
Voters face WCHS facilities question next week: Do they know enough?
Teenagers who once spent hours talking to each other on the phone now spend hours communicating…
Balance is needed in everyone’s online lives
There are times when a good idea can be made even better. That is the case…
Buffer Pilot Project just got better
Business Briefs
Van Diest Supply celebrates 70th anniversary on Sept. 11
La Perla Jarocha celebrates 20 years in Webster City
Urology services now available at VDMC
G'Day!
Lifestyle Briefs
Parents invited to Back to School Night Aug. 3
Back to School Night will be held from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Aug, 3 at the Webster City Middle School, 1101 Des Moines St. Webster City Community School District invites all students and families to this special evening. designed as a one-stop location where families can access the resources and support needed to…
Van Diest Medical Center board will not meet in July
Jam session set for Friday night
Congregate meals for week of July 27 to July 30
Letters to Editor
Polio anywhere is a threat to children everywhere
Letter to the Editor: I’m writing to explain why Webster City Rotarians are inviting you to participate in Saturday morning’s World’s Largest Polio Walk at Wilson Brewer Park. All ages and fitness levels are welcome to join us at 9:30 am for the walk beginning at 10:00 am. Stop in anytime between 10:00 am…
Questions rail feasibility study
Vote: It's about the fate of our country
Preserve the downtown feeling
Obituaries
