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Kendall Young Library’s summer program invites patrons to ‘Level Up’

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Kendall Young Library patrons are invited to participate in its Summer Library Program — “Level Up at Your Library.” The summer will feature events, contests and activities that are geared for each age group: children, teens and adults. A variety of special speakers, shows, crafts and fun family events are planned for both at the library and throughout Webster City. Stop in beginning June 2 to get started on the many things the library will have to offer. Here’s what’s coming in June for adults at the library Kendall Young Library will host Adult Programs throughout the ...

Five generations pose, including Pruismann, 100

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Here’s a five-generation photo: Margaret Pruismann, 100, is pictured holding her great-great-granddaughter, Adah Jo Maass, who is the daughter of, kneeling, great-granddaughter Emma Jo Maass. Standing is grandson Michael Maass, the father of Emma. Also standing is daughter, Jan Hughes, ...

Buena Vista University releases its Spring 2025 Dean's List

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STORM LAKE — Buena Vista University's Dean's List recognizes full-time students achieving a 3.5-grade point average or higher for the semester. Local students on the Dean's List include: Danielle Brady of Webster City; Tracy Krumm of Jewell; Courtney Nelson of Blairsburg; Grace Neuberger of Jewell; Teighan Osborne of Stratford.

Pencook recognized during Central College scholarship dinner

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PELLA — Seth Pencook of Radcliffe received the Barnes Family Scholarship, Heerema Family Fund and Journey Scholarship Fund for the 2024-25 academic year from Central College for a high commitment to academic achievement. Pencook is a member of the Class of 2027 at Central in Pella. Central College of Pella is a private college known for its active student body, academic rigor and athletics success. Founded in 1853 and shaped by its Christian heritage, the college of 1,100 students participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference.

‘Let’s all go to the movies!’

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“Let’s all go to the movies!” This has been a common theme in Webster City with the re-opening of the Webster Theater. If you are a fan of any of these well known classics — “Gone With the Wind,” “Dr. Zhivago,” “The Wizard of Oz,” “My Fair Lady,” or “Titanic” — ...

Gemma Borer graduates with honors from Iowa State

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Webster City native Gemma Borer graduated with honors from Iowa State University on Friday, May 16. She graduated with a double major in English and Communications. Borer graduated Magna Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.88. She also was recognized by Lambda Pi Eta, which is a prestigious honor ...