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Come to the garden party

Saturday night’s garden party is the culmination of five musicians, a master gardener and building renovators bringing together a dream: to bring the community together. Starting from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., the evening is meant to unify and enjoy the talents of a unique musical group intent ...

Fire rescue operation at Van Diest Supply Company

On Wednesday,the Webster City Fire Department (WCFD) received a call for a fire at a building within the Van Diest Supply Company. Engine 33 initially responded to the call, with Ladder 31, Rescue 35, and Truck 30 assisting. Upon arrival, Engine 33 found smoke showing from the bay door of ...

Early railroads met opposition within Hamilton County

Editor’s note: Over Hamilton County’s efforts the railroad expansions were controversial; as the following history which was largely from the Hamilton County History accounts written by J.W. Lee. But these transportation legs were critical for the business and community to grow, and ...

Volunteers are needed Saturday for city-wide clean-up event

Volunteers are needed for Saturday morning’s Drop-Off/ Clean-up event, according to Ashley Dinsdale, coordinator from the City of Webster City. Volunteers are needed to help carry items to the bins, so there will be lifting and moving items. “It could be furniture, it could be ...