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Fireworks all around

The birthday of the beginning of this country is something to celebrate, and many find fireworks to be their celebration of choice. Fireworks stands are popping up all throughout the state. It’s a time to celebrate our country’s independence for the 250th year, but it is also a time to be safe and courteous in the use of fireworks. Within the Iowa Code, there is a section specifically addressing fireworks, under 727.2. In addition to those basic guidelines, each jurisdiction has their own requirements established through city ordinances. There are three types of ...

Waterways always a driving source of growth for Hamilton County

As early settlers moved westward, and the eastern states were establishing business and industry to support their communities, the paths to reach Iowa were varied. The first step to head west was to pass through the Appalachian mountains. There were only two options: by land or ...

Western Pa. revolutionized energy extraction with new techniques, technology

Editor’s note: America would not be the nation it is today without its vast stores of natural resources. But those resources would have done us little good without individuals and companies willing to take risks. Much of that happened in Western Pennsylvania, where leading developments in ...

Market Night Returns

One of the youngest vendors at Webster City Market Nights is turning creativity into an outstanding opportunity to pursue a lifelong dream. During last week’s Youth Entrepreneur Night, Charlotte Kalkwarf, owner of Twinkle Toe Designs, was selling handmade bracelets and bag charms ...

It’s the Arts Downtown tonight

Tonight the Webster City Market Night which is sponsored by The Trash Man, is featuring the Arts Downtown. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., there will be opportunities to create in addition to eating, shopping and just enjoying the community gathering. Specific events include bracelet making, painting, sidewalk chalk, crafts and much more. New on the streets will be SPARK Webster City, where there will be a fun inter-active project to experience. Homemade pie will be available from Chapter JE P.E.O, with proceeds supporting local scholarship opportunities. Pie will be available by the ...