Spanish-English leadership series proves successful at Mary Ann’s Specialty Foods

January 9, 2026

Iowa Central Community College partnered with Mary Ann’s Specialty Foods utilizing 260F funding to deliver a Spanish-English Leadership Series, a program designed to upskill employees and support workforce cohesion across production teams. “At Mary Ann’s Specialty Foods, success isn’t just about quality products—it’s about empowering people,” said Anna Woodward, Assistant Director of Economic Development for Iowa Central Community College. “In a multi-generational meatpacking plant, language barriers once stood in the way of efficiency, safety, and advancement,” ...

City crews take advantage of warm weather to trim trees

January 9, 2026

The City of Webster crews took advantage of the 50+ degree temperature on Wednesday to get ahead of the tree trimming projects they have slated for the year. The intent with much of the trimming is to raise the tree canopy in the city with the goal to increase the visibility of motorists, ...

“Over the Speed Limit Players” to read play Sunday

January 9, 2026

Webster City Community Theatre’s inaugural senior production will be read through on Sunday afternoon. The script to be reviewed is “Fiddler on the Roof.” This new group will be meeting at 3 p.m. at 1001 Willson Ave. in the Webster City Community Theatre Performing Arts Center. The “Over the Speed Limit Players” is a new branch of the theatre group, designed for performers who are 55 years of age or older. Participants are invited to bring a snack to share and their own beverage. All are welcome to attend.

Second Sunday Supper in Lehigh this weekend

January 9, 2026

The Lehigh United Methodist Church will hold its next Second Sunday Supper on Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. The church is located at 386 Spencer Hill in Lehigh. They will be serving scalloped potatoes and ham, along with dessert and a drink. The cost is a free will donation. If inclement weather, please contact the church after 4 p.m. at 515-359-2329 to assure the event is still taking place.

Webster City School District to Host Third Thursday Coffee

January 9, 2026

The Webster City Area Chamber of Commerce will have the first Third Thursday Coffee of 2026 on Thursday. This will be hosted by the Webster City School District. The event will be held at 820 Des Moines St. It will begin at 8 a.m. and conclude at 9:30 a.m. Third Thursday Coffee is a come-and-go networking event that brings together local business owners, community members, and Chamber partners. For more information, call the chamber a 515-832-2564.

Williams native Hoelscher to fill United Nations role

January 8, 2026

Doug Hoelscher, a native of Williams, was appointed to serve as Minister-Counselor to the U.S. Mission to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations it was announced Tuesday. Hoelscher is a graduate of Northeast Hamilton and graduated from the University of Iowa with a ...