Play it again, Jay

January 15, 2026

The mid-1970s band program at the Webster City High School created a bond between band members that remains vibrant over 50 years later. It was a testament to three men; Tory Antimuro, who introduced fifth graders to musical instruments, and also directed and led the band program in the high school, Richard Goettsch, who ran the band program in the junior high school, and Jay Nugent who took over the band program at the high school when Antimuro retired in 1973. The students of these men still remember the strength of the programs, the excitement, enthusiasm and pride from their ...

Retail community adjusts hours to cope with weather woes during holiday season

January 14, 2026

In the bleak midwinter, there is optimism in the air. Stores in the Webster City community lost out on many weeks of prime shopping, but they are still planning for a good year. “Winter has been a hit and miss for local retailers,” said Robin Streigle of the Webster City Area of ...

Upper Des Moines Opportunity spends $476,563 to assist Hamilton County residents in 2025

January 14, 2026

During the monthly meeting of the Hamilton County Supervisors, Julie Edwards, Executive Director of Upper Des Moines Opportunity—UDMO—gave an update on the services provided to Hamilton County residents during 2025. Their mission, according to Edwards is “to address the effects of poverty on individuals and families and build stronger communities." Their programs range from food and housing to weatherization and childcare, just to name a few ways their assistance is used. UDMO serves 22 counties in Iowa. In addition to Hamilton county, they serve Lyon, Sioux, Osceola, ...

’12 Angry Jurors cast’ is announced

January 14, 2026

Webster City Community Theatre —WCCT—announces the cast for its upcoming production of "12 Angry Jurors," a powerful and thought-provoking courtroom drama. Performances are scheduled for Feb. 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, and March 1. The production will be held at the WCCT Performing Arts Center, located at 1001 Willson Avenue. The cast features a strong ensemble portraying the twelve jurors tasked with determining the fate of a teenager accused of murder. Actors cast as jurors include Eric Heckert, Amelia Oliver, Rachel Derrig, Nicole Ose, Jennifer Rank, Dane Barner, JT Lahr, Abby ...

School Board exploring options for upgrading high school, funding options

January 13, 2026

The first school board meeting of the year placed future plans for the Webster City High School on the table. Superintendent Matt Berninghaus has been talking to FEH Design, the architecture company which has presented five or six options for new construction ideas for the high school. ...

Congregate Meals program donations give board members reprieve

January 13, 2026

The freezers are full of healthy meats and vegetables, and the shelves are full of staples at the Webster City Congregate Meals kitchen. For now. The organizers for the program figure they have two months of food on hand now to get them through the next few critical months. Milk and ...