Students and volunteers gathered in the parking lot of Iowa Central’s Webster City campus Thursday, May 16, for Career on Wheels. “Career on Wheels is an incredible learning experience for fifth-grade students in our area,” according to Colette Bertran, Iowa Central’s Webster City campus director. “This event provides students with the opportunity to learn about […]Webster City Youth Football is scheduled to kickoff in September for the next generation of Lynx players. DFJ file photo/Troy Banning. WEBSTER CITY — Bob Howard is a football coach, always has been and alway will be, even after he ultimately decides to retire from the sideline. And now he's decided to take his knowledge of the sport a step ...Funerals have undergone some major adjustments since the 1960s. Learn more about modern funerals at HowStuffWorks. Advertisement You know the image of a standard American, usually ...Obituary published on Legacy.com by Foster Funeral & Cremation Services - Webster City on May 15, 2024. Delores Boldon, 93, of Webster City died Tuesday, May 14, 2024 peacefully at her home ...Five students from Webster City High School participated Saturday in the District Individual Speech Contest, held at Webster City High School Their advisor is Emma Bertrand. Here are their results: Luke Holberg received a 2 rating in poetry interpretation. Nalene Im received a 2 rating in radio broadcast announcing. Madi Michael received a 2 rating […]Jones Rock & Dirt, a Webster City firm, begins taking down the former Naden Industries building at 1515 Overpass Drive, Webster City, to make way for a new Kwik Star. Daily Freeman-Journal photo by OHP Marketing/Kent Bailey. The former Naden Industries building, for years the home of the firm's iconic scoreboard production, is gradually ...Delores Boldon, 93, of Webster City, died Tuesday, May 14, 2024, peacefully at her home surrounded by family. Per her wishes, private family services will be held. Foster Funeral and Cremation Center has assisted the family. Delores Mae Bige, daughter of Martin and Ida (Ratcliff) Bige, was born January 8, 1931, on the family farm near Woolstock.Kevin Capsel, 63, of Webster City, died on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Winning Wheels Rehabilitation Center in Prophetstown, IL Visitation will be on Monday, February 26, 2024, from 6:00-8:00- PM at Boman Funeral Home, with A Memorial Service on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 1:00 PM, also at Boman Funeral Home (www.bomanfh.com) in Webster ...Daily Freeman-Journal, Webster City, IA, Webster City, Iowa. 4,506 likes · 189 talking about this. Add this page to others that you like and get daily updates delivered to your news feed from the The...Charles (Chuck) Leroy McFarland, 70, long time WC resident, died peacefully Sunday, August 11, 2013, at his home north of Webster City. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Foster Funeral and Cremation Center. A Celebration of Life service will follow on Wednesday at 2:30 at Fosters. Private burial of the cremated …For more context, The Daily Freeman Journal spoke to Jean Eells, assistant water conservation commissioner for the Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District. She's also president of Webster City-based E Resources LLC, which counsels clients on matters of environment, energy, evaluation and education.The Webster City girls had one of their best quarters of the year here Tuesday night. After falling behind by 15 at the break to St. Edmond, the Lynx rallied in the third before coming up short, 42-35. Olivia Gallentine had a game-high 16 points to lead the way for Webster City, as Marissa Hedeen […]Obituaries. Coralie Mechaelsen, 89, of Webster City formerly of Kamrar, died Thursday, December 30, 2021, at Southfield Wellness Community. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 4, 2021, at First Presbyterian Church, south of Kamrar. The visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.There was an abstract monopoly in Webster City. Donald and I worked in the new office, originally located in the former Dr. Latella building, later moving to the 730 Second St. location in Webster City. During this time, Ken and I raised three boys, Tom, Ryan and Matt. Ken died of esophageal cancer at age 41 in 1989, when my youngest son, Matt ...Frank Culbertson, Webster City. Obituaries. Jun 3, 2014. Frank Culbertson, 90, passed away May 31, 2014, at Southfield Wellness Community. His body has been donated to Science Care for science research. Frank was born April 15 1924, to the Reverends Robert and Mabel Culbertson, in New Providence, Iowa, where his parents served the Honey Creek ...— Daily Freeman-Journal photos by Anne Blankenship City Clerk Karyl Bonjour, left, administers the oath of office to Mayor John Hawkins Monday night during the City Council's reorganizational meeting. John Hawkins was re-elected mayor of Webster City Monday night during the City Council reorganizational meeting held at City Hall.Local News. Mar 5, 2024. The City Council of Webster City will meet in a budget session Wednesday, March 6, in the council chambers of City Hall, 400 Second Street, Webster City. The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. This meeting is a work session focusing on the 2024-2025 budget and a consensus on a tax levy.— Daily Freeman-Journal photo by Anne Blankenship Dr. Jake Haberman is a new optometrist with the Wolfe Family Vision Center of Webster City. A native of Clarion, Haberman said he's happy to be back closer to home. Jake Haberman, O.D., has joined the Wolfe Family Vision Center in Webster City.BOONE COUNTY — A Webster City man died in an accident in northern Boone County on October 7, the Boone County Sheriff's Department confirmed Wednesday. Michael J. Batterson, 59, died when the vehicle he was driving failed to negotiate a curve on 130th Avenue in northern Boone County. The accident occurred at about 2 p.m., […]Obituaries. Carolee Woodard, 79, of Webster City, Iowa, died at her home on Sunday, December 25, 2023. Visitation will be at Calvary Baptist Church in Webster City, on Saturday, December 30, 2023, from 10:00-10:45 AM, followed by the funeral service at 11:00 AM with pastor Terry Davenport officiating. The family has chosen Boman Funeral Home ...Katherine (Kathy) J. Draeger, 69, of Webster City went home to be with The Lord on Wednesday, May 21, 2014. Funeral Service will be 10AM on Tuesday, May 27 at Boman Funeral Home in Webster City, with visitation the hour before the service. Burial will follow the service at Graceland Cemetery. Kathy was born July 25, 1944 in Webster City, to Frank and Katheryn Gordon. She grew up in Webster ...Larry "Sonny" Campeau, 80, of Webster City, died Friday, May 18, 2018 at Crestview Nursing and Rehabilitation. Services are pending with Foster Funeral and Cremation Center in Webster City. Obituaries | News, Sports, Jobs - The Freeman JournalThe Webster City Women's Club will meet Monday, November 13, at the Jane Young House, 629 Elm St., Webster City. The meeting begins at 1:30 p.m. The program, Music & Motion Pictures Trivia, will be presented by Darlene Dingman. The refreshment committee is Bonnie Butler, Kay Klaver and Billy Smid. The Jane Young House will […]Oct 30, 2013 · Margaret M. Dakin, 89, of Webster City, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2013, at Southfield Wellness Community. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 1, 2013, at Faith United Methodist Church in Webster City with Pastor Michael Slininger officiating. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Friday at the church. In lieu of ...The City of Webster City is continuing with its Advanced Metering Infrastructure — AMI — project, in partnership with HydroCorp. The project aims to modernize the city’s water metering system. The water meter exchange program, integral to the AMI project, will initiate its first phase on January 8, encompassing routes 4, 11, 14 …National Night Out returns to Webster City Tuesday evening at West Twin Park, corner of Superior and Bank streets. This free event runs from 5 to 7 p.m. Back, too, is the same fun. Hamilton County Crimestoppers will run the Nickel Scramble, a dunk tank will offer chances to get your favorite first responder soaking […]Feb 14, 2017 · March 17, 1934 –. February 4, 2017. Dr. George Cruise Shey passed away peacefully in Cedar Falls, Iowa on February 4th surrounded by family. George was born on March 17th, 1934, in Atlantic, Iowa, the third of four sons to Daniel and Bertha (nee Cruise) Shey. He was raised on the family farm near Red Oak, Iowa, attending a one-room ...An account at WCF Financial Bank in Webster City has been set up to accept donations in support of Sandi's Attic. The resale consignment business suffered extensive smoke and water damage during the fire in downtown Webster City on November 29. Owner Sandi Davis said she cannot reopen in the same site. She had to […]Obituaries. Apr 3, 2024. Jane Olson, 90, of Williams, passed away Monday, April 1, 2024, surrounded by family at Southfield Wellness Community — ABCM Corporation in Webster City, Iowa. Services are currently pending. With honor, Adams Celebration of …Mar 3, 2017. Right in the midst of Webster City is a jewel of great historical relevance. The Wilson Brewer Park, home to the Depot Museum and a complex of buildings dating back to the earliest settlers, serves as a significant reminder of the colorful and rich heritage of Webster City and Hamilton County. The park was donated to the city in ...Carrie Elkin. April 26, 2024. Carolyn “Carrie” Elkin, 76, of Webster City, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family April 25, 2024. She lived a full life talking around campfires with friends, traveling the world, and hosting tea parties with her granddaughter. Carolyn was born November 9, 1947, in ...When a Snow Emergency has been declared, the notification is posted on the City Facebook page, the Police Department Facebook page, local cable channel 12, KQWC radio and the Daily Freeman Journal. Local residents can also call City Hall at (515) 832-9151, or the Police Department at (515) 832-9166 to inquire if an emergency has been declared.Obituaries. Bob Pelz Jr. Celebrate the life of Bob Pelz Jr., American Legion Post 191, 726 2nd St., Webster City, Ia 50595, on Saturday, September 23, 2023, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (11:45 a.m. will be short memorial with honor guard, then celebration of food, drink, and stories). Family requests no flowers or plants.Category:Obituaries - The Freeman Journal. ... JoAnn Kuebler, 90, of Webster City formerly of Tucson, AZ and Bettendorf, IA passed away on Friday, March 3, 2023 at Windsor Manor. A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 2, 2023 at the Boardroom, 2220 37th Street, Moline, Illinois. ... Daily Newsletter ...Both firms, Ridge Development LLC, of Hiawatha, and Green Stream Homes of Iowa, Waukee, have built in Webster City previously. Green Stream will develop four 1,000-square-foot, three-bedroom, single-car garage, ranch-style single-family homes. Company owner, Dave Walters, told the Daily Freeman Journal: "These will be well-built homes with ...Mary Worthington, 89, of Webster City, died Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 6, 2024, at First Congregational ...Mar 27, 2024. The Webster City Parks & Recreation Commission will meet today in the Sampson Room at Fuller Hall, 625 Bank Street, Webster City. This meeting begins at 5:15 p.m. On the agenda are discussions of the upcoming Fuller Hall Health Fair on Saturday, April 6.By Robert E. Oliver At the end of August, Bolton & Menk Inc., a Minnesota firm retained by the City of Webster City as a consultant to assess and replace its wastewater treatment facilities, delivered a 100-page report to city staff and the City Council of Webster City. The study's main conclusion is that the […]Category:Obituaries - The Freeman Journal. ... JoAnn Kuebler, 90, of Webster City formerly of Tucson, AZ and Bettendorf, IA passed away on Friday, March 3, 2023 at Windsor Manor. A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 2, 2023 at the Boardroom, 2220 37th Street, Moline, Illinois. ... Daily Newsletter ...Photo Submission Guidelines. .JPG FILES ONLY. Total File Size under 5 Meg. * The editor reserves the right to decide whether a photograph is suitable for reproduction or to crop if necessary. Please locate your photo here by clicking BROWSE for 1st Photo: Multiple photos are optional. (Do not edit text after selecting correct photo) Photo ...Patrick Cormaney, 66, of Webster City, died Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at the Israel Hospice House in Ames. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 16, 2015 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with Father Stephen Meyer officiating. Visitation will be at the Foster Funeral and Cremation Center on Sunday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m with scripture service at 6:00 p ...The Daily Freeman-Journal, Webster City Middle School and several local businesses joined forces recently for the "Design An Ad" contest, a newspaper in education activity designed as a project for fifth and sixth grade students. Above, students from Krystal Laughlin's fifth grade class line up in front of one of American Sanitation's trucks, which displayed […]Category:Obituaries - The Freeman Journal. newslink. ... Jan Green, 83, of Webster City died Wednesday, January 3, 2024 surrounded by her family. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at Trinty Lutheran Church with visitation starting one hour prior to the service. ... Daily Newsletter; Breaking News ...Almost daily we hear about rising home prices, skyrocketing apartment rents, materials shortfalls, a shortage of skilled homebuilding labor, high mortgage rates and a shortage of listings of all categories of residential property. How are these trends affecting the market for homes in Webster City? For the answers, the Daily Freeman Journal turned to longtime […]Webster City needs a team. It's pretty clear that the salvation of our historic downtown lies in the hands of more than one solution. It's also clear that Webster City is not alone in this conundrum. One only needs to look at the City of Pomeroy and its desire to raze buildings, one of which houses the iconic Byron's, a musical venue that ...The Webster City Community School District board will meet in a special session this morning to accept the resignation of High School Assistant Principal Patrick Farley. This meeting begins at 7:30 a.m. at the WCCSD Administration Building, 820 Des Moines St., Webster City. According to the published agenda, Superintendent Matt Berninghaus "recommends approval of contractual […]The Webster City boys sent their seniors out with a bang, posting a 64-62 victory over Boone. Before the tip, the Lynx honored Braden Doering, Jack Larson, Kaleb White, Jace Larson, Trevyn Lyons, Briar Klaver, Brandon Lahr and Jaxon Cherry. Fueled by a 23-point second quarter, Webster City (7-14 overall) was able to hold off a late charge from ...Patricia Hoversten. Obituaries. Jan 8, 2024. Patricia Ann Hoversten of Radcliffe, Iowa, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2023, surrounded by her children, at the Hubbard Care Center following a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Patricia was born September 4, 1940, to Alvin and Charlotte (Murphy) Hilpipre. She attended Blairsburg School ...WEBSTER CITY — Another slow start kept the Webster City girls from challenging Algona here Friday night. The Lynx fell behind 21-4 after the first on their way to a 66-23 North Central Conference loss. Tristyn Wright had 10 points, knocking down a pair of 3-pointers, to lead Webster City. Izzy Grossoehme added dive points […]Duane Dingman, 87, of Webster City, died Sunday, September 27, 2015 at Windsor Manor. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2015 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church with Pastor Mark Eichler, officiating. Burial will follow the services at Graceland Cemetery with military rites by the American Legion Post #191. Visitation will be prior to the services from 12:00 p ...Here's some good news: Meal on Wheels reports it hasreceived 33 donations totaling $16,224 since the Daily Freeman-Journal published a story about its need in late 2023. "That is such a boost to the program and we are so grateful for your help. Please publish this," said Kathy Jostin, the group's volunteer secretary/treasurer. Locally, Meals […]Photo Submission Guidelines. .JPG FILES ONLY. Total File Size under 5 Meg. * The editor reserves the right to decide whether a photograph is suitable for reproduction or to crop if necessary. Please locate your photo here by clicking BROWSE for 1st Photo: Multiple photos are optional. (Do not edit text after selecting correct photo) Photo ...Editor's note: Folks, perhaps you know that the Daily Freeman-Journal has a sister newspaper in Maui, The Maui News. It's newsroom team, led by Colleen Uechi, has been doing an incredible job in keeping the greater Maui community — and, frankly, the rest of the world — informed through solid, on-the-ground reporting. Here is some […]Mar 21, 2024. Jane Curtis. State Sen. Dennis Guth and state Rep. Shannon Latham will be back in Webster City Saturday for the third in a series of Legislative Forums sponsored in part by the Daily Freeman-Journal and hosted by Iowa Central Community College. The forum will run from 11 a.m. until noon in the Chelsvig Center on the Iowa Central ...May 17, 2024 · Cherry grabs sixth place medal in discus for WC. May 17, 2024 - Local Sports. DES MOINES — The opening day of the state track and field meet resulted in a medal and three strong performances for the Webster City boys. Jaxon Cherry earned sixth in the Class 3A discus with a personal record of 163-8, moving up three spots through the final flight.State Sen. Dennis Guth and state Rep. Shannon Latham will be back in Webster City Saturday for the final in a series of Legislative Forums sponsored in part by the Daily Freeman-Journal and hosted by Iowa Central Community College. The forum will run from 11 a.m. until noon in the Chelsvig Center on the Iowa […]John Anderson. John Anderson, 82, of Webster City, died Monday, February 5, 2024, at Windsor Manor in Webster City. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday, February 9, 2024, at Foster Funeral and Cremation Center. Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 12, 2024, Swedlanda Lutheran ...Curbside recycling began in Webster City April 1, 1992, with only No. 1 plastics (milk jugs), No. 2 plastics (dark plastic bottles), newsprint, metals, and clear glass accepted. A year later, The Daily Freeman Journal reported 1.1 million pounds were collected the first 12 months of the program; that is about 12 pounds per resident.Iowa Central Community College, in partnership with the Webster City Area Chamber of Commerce, City of Webster City, KQWC News Radio, and the Daily Freeman-Journal will host the political forums. They will take place at the Webster City campus of Iowa Central Community College, 1725 Beach Street, Webster City, in Room 106 of the Chelesvig Center.Local Newspaper Obituaries. Ackley World Journal Ackley Algona Upper Des Moines Algona Daily Tribune Ames Independent Belmond Boone News-Republican Boone Centerville Daily Iowegian Centerville Wright County Monitor Clarion Eagle Grove Eagle Eagle Grove Messenger Fort Dodge Hampton Chronicle Hampton Humboldt Independent Humboldt Times-Citizen Iowa Falls Ogden Reporter Ogden Daily Freeman ...HUGS will meet this morning in Webster City. Humans Understanding Grief — HUGS — will meeting this morning at Crestview Apartments. This meeting begins at ... Mapel enters guilty plea for role in 2023 FD shooting There will be no Daily Freeman-Journal on MondayBrushing off all the work that went into the presentation, Lundy told The Daily Freeman Journal, “It’s a great story, and one I hope all Webster Citians can connect to.” The presentation is Saturday, May 11, at 1:30 p.m. in Mulberry Center Church, Wilson Brewer Park, corner of Superior & Ohio streets, Webster City.Aug 29, 2017. Duane Segar died Friday, August 25th, 2017 at the Southfield Wellness Community in Webster City following a brief illness. He was 84. Duane Robert Segar was born November 28, 1932 in Webster City to his parents, Cliff and Eloise (Pavey) Segar. He was the youngest of their four children.Frank Culbertson, Webster City. Obituaries. Jun 3, 2014. Frank Culbertson, 90, passed away May 31, 2014, at Southfield Wellness Community. His body has been donated to Science Care for science research. Frank was born April 15 1924, to the Reverends Robert and Mabel Culbertson, in New Providence, Iowa, where his parents served the Honey Creek ...Curbside recycling began in Webster City April 1, 1992, with only No. 1 plastics (milk jugs), No. 2 plastics (dark plastic bottles), newsprint, metals, and clear glass accepted. A year later, The Daily Freeman Journal reported 1.1 million pounds were collected the first 12 months of the program; that is about 12 pounds per resident.Ruth Anne (Kruse) Nicholson, age 63, of Webster City, IA, passed away at Allen Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa on Wednesday, December 29, 2021. A funeral service will be held at 11:30 AM on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at the Boman Funeral Home (www.bomanfh.com) in Webster City, with Pastor Dan Kruse officiating. Visitation will be from […]The 2024 Webster City High School Winterfest queen and king candidates were announced Monday. The queen candidates are Claire Bailey, Addyson Beaulieu, Kennedy Halling, Joleah Stuhr and Jillian Symens. The king candidates are Landon Griffin, Briar Klaver, Cody Seiser, Gage Smith and Josh Stansfield. The coronation ceremony will be on Monday, January 22, in Prem […]The Webster City Clean-up/Drop-Off event is June 7 and 8 in the Webster City Middle School parking lot, 1101 Des ... Webster City Airport Commission has been canceled. The Tuesday, April 30, meeting of the Webster City Airport Commission has been canceled. The next meeting will be ... Virgil will host meet and greet in Webster City today. Poppies for sale. Local News. May 22, 2024. LuAnnObituaries. Page: 1 of 100. 1. 2. 3. … 500. Duane Abbott. May 23, 202 March 17, 2022. John P. Patrou (age 92) died on February 21, 2022 in Eloy, Arizona and will be buried at Graceland Cemetery in Webster City, Iowa. John, son of Peter and Kanella Patrou, was born on November 5, 1929. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1947. Obituaries. Oct 5, 2022. Randy Youngdale. Randy Youn Iowa Central Community College, in partnership with the Webster City Area Chamber of Commerce, City of Webster City, KQWC News Radio, and the Daily Freeman-Journal will host the political forums. They will take place at the Webster City campus of Iowa Central Community College, 1725 Beach Street, Webster City, in Room … Local News. May 14, 2019. Joe Sutter. Reporter. jsut...
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