Traffic on Fifth Avenue South between 29th and 31st streets will be limited to one lane in each direction beginning this morning, according to an announcement from the Fort Dodge engineering staff. This traffic restriction will be in place for about a month while a concrete patching project is underway. The City Council hired Castor Construction, of Fort Dodge, last month to do concrete work on Fifth Avenue South and 15th Street at a cost of $563,206.
The Frontier Days Committee is looking for volunteers to coordinate the 2024 Little Miss and Mr. Contest. Anyone who is interested or wants more information should contact Jeana Becker at jeana.becker@fortmuseumfv.com.
The VFW Auxiliary is serving a hot beef dinner with real mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, dessert and coffee from 4:30 p.m. until gone Saturday at the VFW Post 1856, 518 S. 29th St. Tickets are $10 per person. The meal will be served dine in or carryout.
WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library patrons are invited to hear about another book written by Sara Broers. Her newest release, “Perfect Day Iowa: Day Trips, Weekend Getaways, and Other Escapes,” will be presented from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Kendall Young Library, Webster City. Iowa is in the heart of America and is often referred to as “flyover” country. Broers, a lifelong Iowan, shares how easy it is to have a perfect day in Iowa. She will show you what you can expect in numerous areas of the state in “Perfect Day Iowa.”
WEBSTER CITY — The Cat Hut in Webster City is partnering with animal welfare organizations throughout the United States and beyond for the 2024 Shelter Slumber Pawty. Hundreds of animal lovers will spend 24 hours side-by-side Saturday with shelter pets to raise funds and awareness for community animals. That’s right: The Cat Hut’s most dedicated supporters will spend 24 hours eating, sleeping and “pawtying” with the shelter's amazing cats and kittens while raising money to support its programs. “We’re super excited about this unique event, especially heading into ...
WEBSTER CITY — Young people from Webster City and surrounding areas are invited to be part of “a tale as old as time,” as Webster City Community Theatre presents “Disney’s Beauty and The Beast Jr.” this summer. Auditions will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday and from 6 to 8 p.m. April 8 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1229 Kathy Lane, Webster City. Cast members must be 18 years of age and younger . The production features 11 primary roles, including Belle, the Beast, Maurice, Gaston, LeFou, Lumiere, Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts, Chip, Babette, and Madame De La Grande Bouche, and 25 ...