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DAISY nominations sought

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Van Diest Medical Center is now accepting nominations for the 2026 DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses. At VDMC, extraordinary nursing is often found in the quiet, meaningful moments, when a nurse takes extra time with both clinical expertise and genuine compassion. “These small acts of care don’t feel small to the people who receive them,” said Lisa Ridge, RN, MSN, CEO of Van Diest Medical Center. The DAISY Award is part of a nationwide program. VDMC will honor the nominated nurses on Wednesday, May 6, which is National Nurses Day. Nominations for the 2026 DAISY Award ...

Van Diest Auxiliary sponsors uniform, scrubs and clothing sale Friday

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The Van Diest Medical Center (VDMC) Auxiliary is sponsoring a Uniform, Scrub, and Clothing Sale with Emerson’s at The Willow, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday in the Clinic Board Room at the hospital. The Van Diest Medical Center is located at 2350 Hospital Drive. Emerson’s at The Willow is a clothing store located in Mason City. The sale will feature medical uniforms, scrubs, shoes/footwear, clothing, and gift items for purchase. Cash and credit cards will be accepted. This sale is not a fundraiser for the VDMC Hospital Auxiliary, but rather a thank you from the Auxiliary, as ...

Wilson Brewer Park & Depot Foundation to meet Wednesday

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The regular monthly meeting of the Wilson Brewer Park and Foundation will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Depot basement conference room. On the agenda is the approval of new board member Bill Greenley, realignment of officers, an update on the construction, setting up a new Friends of Wilson Brewer Park donation schedule, and work on an updated brochure. The Wilson Brewer park museums will be opening for the public starting in May.

Free Locable training offered to chamber members

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The Webster City Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to offer Locable Training 101, a free training opportunity designed to help Chamber members better promote their businesses and connect with the local community. This training is included as a benefit of Chamber membership and will guide participants through the tools and features available on the Locable platform ­ helping businesses increase visibility and engagement. Register soon for the last date for training on Thursday, April 23 at 9 a.m. During the training, attendees will learn how to effectively utilize Locable ...

Wilson Brewer Park & Depot Foundation to meet Wednesday

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The regular monthly meeting of the Wilson Brewer Park and Foundation will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Depot basement conference room. On the agenda is the approval of new board member Bill Greenley, realignment of officers, an update on the construction, setting up a new Friends of Wilson Brewer Park donation schedule, and work on an updated brochure.

Rock River Retreat celebrates grand opening

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The Webster City Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of Rock River Retreat with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, April 22, at noon. Owned and operated by Connie Ingraham, Rock River Retreat is a welcoming new venue designed to bring people together through faith, fellowship, and community connection. The retreat’s mission is clear: “To promote the Word of God, the love of Jesus, and the discernment of the Holy Spirit. Amen & Amen.” Primarily serving groups and families, Rock River Retreat provides a space to strengthen faith ...