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Ahlers also has connection to Webster City

When Ben Ahlers performed in New York City in “Death of a Salesman,” there were plenty of supporters attending from the Webster City area. Ahlers, who attended Fort Dodge schools, is the grandson of Beth and Don Bottorff. Don was a long-time, respected attorney in Webster City. His mother, Suzy and his aunt Shelly attended the Webster City Community Schools. During those years, they took their turn on the stages here in Webster City, both strong vocalists, and expressive theatrical skills. Loween Getter, who directed his mother Suzy and aunt Shelly, in two different productions ...

‘Center Stage With Ben Ahlers’ this Thursday at ICCC

The acting career of Ben Ahlers has recently soared to meteoric heights. That doesn’t mean the 2015 Fort Dodge Senior High School graduate has forgotten the importance of his roots. Ahlers is returning to Fort Dodge this Thursday for a one-night event at Decker Auditorium on the campus of Iowa Central Community College. The “Center Stage With Ben Ahlers” show is being sponsored by the Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association, with all proceeds going to support the FDFAA. Limited VIP tickets are available for a face-to-face, meet-and-greet session at 5:30 p.m. Doors open for general ...

Congregate meals for week of August 18-20

Congregate meals are open to any senior adults over the age of 60 years. Reservations are needed by calling 515-832-6161 to reserve a meal to eat in with others, or to pick up and eat at home. The cost of an individual meal is between $7 to $10, but are also reduced to what an individual can afford. The meals are served out of the north side of the RSVP building, located at 749 Second St. The entrance is to the west. When picking up meals, please arrive between 11 and 11:30 a.m. Inside dining begins at noon. The Webster City Congregate meal menu for the week of August 10 are ...

Woodland program to help landowners build healthy forests

Iowa woodland owners and others interested in forest stewardship are invited to participate in the Iowa Master Woodland Steward Program (MWSP), a comprehensive educational program designed to help participants better understand, manage and protect Iowa's woodland resources. The Iowa Master Woodland Steward Program is offered through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in partnership with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, often in cooperation with County Conservation Boards. While the program is primarily intended for woodland owners, stewards and land managers, it is ...

State of Education panel to discuss issues in Hamilton County

The Hamilton County Growth Partnership (HCGP) is hosting its second annual State of Education event Thursday, August 27 from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Briggs Woods Conference Center, 2501 Briggs Woods Trail, Webster City. A panel of local educators; Matt Berninghaus (Webster City), Heather Holm (South Hamilton) and Jesse Ulrich (Iowa Central Community College) will be convened to discuss progress of their school systems in the past year and future plans. A question-and-answer session will follow the panel discussion. Jesse Ulrich, President of Iowa Central Community College, ...

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Kendall Young Library Board meets tonight The Board of Trustees for the Kendall Young Library meets tonight at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held in the meeting room in the lower level of the library located at 1200 Willson Avenue. On the agenda are the Farmer’s National Report, the Harvest Dinner, financial reports, board training on opening meetings, and open records, in addition to the Directors’ report. Items from old business include the financial reports for the past 4 years, meaning of the logo, meeting room and confidentiality policies and Hoopla. Public input is at the ...