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Beau Klaver says he is up for the challenge ahead

It was a long night for Beau Klaver, as the Kamrar farmer and business owner stayed up late with family and friends, watching the returns which ultimately determined he had won the Iowa House of Representatives seat for District 55. The unofficial results reflected that 66.8% of the voters chose him to represent Hamilton County and parts of Story, Franklin and Wright, a decisive win over Cynthia Oppedal Paschem. Beau Klaver will be the youngest member of the Iowa House of Representatives, just past his 23rd birthday. Klaver, a 2022 graduate of Webster City HIgh…

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Women’s Club meets Monday The next meeting of the Webster City Woman’s Club will be Monday, November 9 at 1:30…

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If the numbers of people downtown during last night's Trick or Treat event are any sign,…

Halloween for all ages

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Hard work of governing must begin

The 2026 general election is over. Many folks will breathe a sigh of relief at that thought. We congratulate the winners of Tuesday's votes, and we challenge them to do two things. First, the easy challenge, for both the election winners and losers. Remove your yard signs and any other promotional materials you may…

Unlike most holidays, Halloween really has no serious purpose. It's primarily an opportunity for harmless, child-oriented…

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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…

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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…

Obituaries

Max Sylvester

Max Sylvester, 95, of Webster City a long-time area educator died Saturday, October 31, 2026. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 4, 2026 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 3rd at Foster Funeral and Cremation…