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See REAP projects in action on Thursday

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Are you interested in improving natural and cultural resources for the direct benefit of Webster County? Please join us at 11 a.m. on July 9 for lunch and to share ideas for how Iowa’s premier funding program for outdoor recreation, conservation and historic preservation can assist your county and communities. Established in 1989, the Resource Enhancement and Protection program has funded nearly $430 million for projects that have included water quality improvements, habitat protection, roadside prairies, historical development, park and trail development, and conservation ...

KYL children’s events scheduled

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WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will be having story/activity programs for all ages throughout July. Children’s Summer Reading Program — Patrons, birth to fifth grade, are invited to join in a variety of “Plant a Seed, Read” summer programs. There are reading challenges, adventure maps, and great programs each week. Details and resources to participate are available at the Children’s Checkout Desk. Children’s Special Events Tuesday, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. — Join us for Friends from the Farm, as Hamilton County 4-H will bring in some fuzzy friends during our Wild ...

Kendall Young closures scheduled

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WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will be closed today and Saturday for the 4th of July holiday. On July 21, the library will close at 4:30 p.m. for the Hamilton County Fair Parade.

KYL adult programs for July

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WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will hold Adult Programs throughout the month of July. Adult Summer Reading Program — Adults are invited to join in a variety of “Plant a Seed, Read” summer programs. There is a “Summer Bucket List Challenge, Fancy Your Flowerpot Contest, and a variety of events celebrating America 250 throughout the library. Details and resources to participate are available at the Adult Checkout Desk. Fancy Your Flowerpot — Stop in to vote for your favorite in the “Fancy Your Flowerpot” contest this July. Flowerpots are on display by the ...

WCCT Presents Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid Jr.’

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WEBSTER CITY — Webster City Community Theatre invites audiences to journey beneath the waves this June as nearly 40 area children bring “Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.” to life on the WCCT stage. Based on the beloved Disney classic, the production follows Ariel, a curious young mermaid who dreams of exploring the world above the sea. Audiences will enjoy favorite songs including “Under the Sea,” “Part of Your World,” “Poor Unfortunate Souls,” and “She’s in Love.” The production is directed by Lindsay Henderson, assisted by Nichole Ose, with music direction ...

Lake paddling set for Tuesday

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Webster County Conservation will hold lake paddling from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday at Badger Lake in John F. Kennedy Memorial Park, 1415 Nelson Ave., Fort Dodge. Kayaks, paddles and life jackets will be provided. Register online if you need equipment. If you already have your own kayak and life jacket, no registration is needed. Children must be accompanied by a guardian. Register online at www.mycountyparks.com.