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Brew Oil agreement, new electric rates, urban renewal on council agenda tonight

When the City Council of Webster City is gaveled into session tonight, it will vote on three key issues which originated in previous council actions. Brew Oil Company’s redevelopment of the former Doc’s Stop convenience store, at 407 Closz Drive, Webster City, has already seen major construction, but a formal agreement between the firm and City of Webster City, is being presented to the council for the first time tonight. If ratified by the council, the agreement calls for construction to be complete by Oct. 26, 2026. It further requires Brew to operate the site as a truck stop ...

Hamilton County Conservation serves up homemade maple syrup

Pony Express toll road in Webster City Saturday

Saturday, the Pony Express toll road will be set up from 9 a.m. to noon in Webster City. This will be located on east and west Second Street. The Pony Express Riders of Iowa is a network of volunteer “riders” who host fundraisers in their home county throughout the year. The money they raise benefits Camp Sunnyside in Des Moines, which is a program to help children and adults with disabilities. Started in 1968, the Pony Express Riders of Iowa have raised $10.8 million dollars for Camp Sunnyside. A statewide annual ride will be held Easter Weekend, converging on Camp ...

Al Welsh Orchestra to perform at Briggs Woods

As part of the upcoming Jay Nugent Band Reunion, the community is invited to purchase tickets to attend an Al Welsh Orchestra social hour and dance. It will be held on April 17 starting at 6 p.m. at the Briggs Woods Conference Center. The Al Welsh Orchestra, specializing in Big Band music, originated in Webster City and is now directed by Steve Cook who graduated from WCHS with the Class of 1977. Former band director, Jay and Cheri Nugent and band members from classes of 1974-1981 will be attending as part of their reunion weekend. Limited seating/tickets are available for $35 ...

Kendall Young Library board meets tonight

The Kendall Young Library board of trustees will meet at 6 p.m. tonight in the meeting room at the library, located in the lower level of the library. The library is located at 1201 Willson Ave. The entrance is from the parking lot. The agenda will include discussion on finances, the Trane project, the library logo, the strategic plan and the board self evaluation.

Better Choices, Better Health workshop to be held in Ellsworth

Van Diest Medical Center will offer Better Choices, Better Health, Iowa’s Chronic Disease Self-Management Program, this spring in Ellsworth. The free, interactive six-week workshop series will meet Thursdays, from April 9 through May 14 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ellsworth. Each session is led by two certified instructors. Designed to help participants gain confidence and take charge of their health, the program covers practical tools to manage ongoing health conditions while staying active. Topics include: • Communicating effectively with family, ...