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Lehigh United Methodist Church to host Second Sunday Supper set for Jan. 11 in Lehigh

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The Lehigh United Methodist Church will hold its next Second Sunday Supper on Sunday evening, Jan. 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. The church is located at 386 Spencer Hill in Lehigh. The dinner will include scalloped potatoes and ham, along with a dessert and a drink. There is no set charge, but free will donations will be accepted. In case of inclement weather, contact the church after 4 p.m. at 515-359-2329 to assure the event is still taking place.

Hamilton County Peace Officers Association considering Citizens Academy

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The Hamilton County Sheriff’s office is seeking individuals to participate in a Citizens Academy in 2026. This would involve commiting to attending a class once a week for eight to 10 weeks in the spring. The Sheriff’s Office is intentionally avoiding the most active farming season to encourage more participants. At least 20 participants would be necessary to start the academy. The weekly meetings would help those involved learn about the different aspects of law enforcement. If interested, contact the Hamilton County Sheriff’s office at 515-832-9500.

Christmas trees to be picked up today

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The Webster City Street Department will be picking up Christmas trees today, weather permitting. Trees should be placed at the nearest street corner prior to 7 a.m. today as only one trip will be made through the City. Please remove all stands and decorations and place these trees so they will not obstruct sight distance and not blow into the street to create a traffic hazard. Bagged trees or trees with a stand attached will not be picked up.

Community Blood Drive is Thursday

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The Webster City Community Blood Drive is scheduled for Thursday at Van Diest Medical Center. The drive will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Van Diest Medical Center Clinic Board Room located at 2350 Hospital Drive.  Appointments are encouraged and can be made by calling 800-287-4903. Walk-ins are also welcome. Those who donate blood will receive a Scooters cookie and a coupon for 20% off a hospital gift shop purchase.

Iowa Works resume workshop set for Monday at Kendall Young Library

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Kendall Young Library will be hosting a Resume Workshop, presented by Iowa Works, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Monday at the library. Anyone looking for tools, tips or critique of a resume is invited to participate. All are invited to bring an existing resume that needs updated, or bring information to start a resume from the beginning. All ages are invited.

Eight-Ball Pool Tournament results announced by Fuller Hall

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On Monday, the Fuller Hall staff organized an eight-ball pool tournament for students over the holiday break. Mark Glascock was in charge of the tournament. The results are as follows: For the boys who are in third and fourth grade, Caleb Montazuma came in first place, Cole Picket earned second place and Drew Pickett was in third place. The tournament for boys in the fifth and sixth grades had the following results. Cru Simonton came in first place, Jude Blake came in second place and Bentley Burtnett placed third. The final activities over the holiday break will be Friday. Open ...