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Gunner Jones murder trial postponed until July

A Webster City man who was scheduled to be on trial Feb. 24 has had his trial date rescheduled. Gunner Michael Jones, 27, who waived his right to a speedy trial in September, will now appear before a Hamilton County jury on July 7, 2026. He has been charged with murder in the first degree ...

Webster City Middle School band students chosen for honor band in Jewell

The Webster City Middle School was able to send 10 outstanding student musicians to participate in the 2026 Middles and Music Honor Band, hosted at South Hamilton Middle School/High School on Saturday. The Middles and Music Honor Band brings together talented middle school band students ...

Veteran Affairs have event at Links this week

River Valley Veterans Network will be hosting a veteran networking event on Thursday. This will be held at the Webster City Links Golf Course at 405 Des Moines St. in Webster City from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The River Valley Veterans network is an organization for those who have served in the ...

Kendall Young Library hosting “Read Your Heart Out” in February

From Feb. 2 through 28, adults have the opportunity to complete literary tasks and activities for the chance to win the perfect book bundle. The bookmark of activities is available throughout February. Patrons will also have the opportunity for a “Blind Date with a Book.” All month, blind ...

Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig excited about Career Ag Academy

Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig’s stop in Webster City Friday to view the Career Ag Academy was like a visit with old friends and family. Because it was. Naig grew up on a family farm in northwest Iowa near Cylinder. He was obviously at ease touring the building and greeting the ...

Grief support group to meet at Van Diest Medical Center

Restore Us Care Ministry is offering a nondenominational grief support group for individuals navigating loss, including death of a loved one, divorce, job loss, and other significant life transitions. The group is facilitated by the Rev. Sarah Namukose of Asbury United Methodist Church. The ...