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Kendall Young Library January adult libary programs announced

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WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will be having adult programs throughout the month of January. Resume Workshop — Kendall Young Library will be hosting a Resume Workshop, presented by Iowa Works on Monday from 11 a.m. to noon. Anyone looking for tools, tips or a critique of a resume is invited to join. This is a great resource if you are needing to start a resume from the beginning or just need an update. All ages are invited. Adult Daytime Book Club — Kendall Young Library invites you to join in the January Book Club discussion on “How To Read A Book,” by Monica Wood. ...

Arrivals: Jan. 3, 2026

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IOWA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL GRIFFIN — Amy Lindstrom and Dilan Griffin, Cedar Falls, a boy, River Kenneth Michael Griffin, born Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025. Grandparents are Jenn Griffin, Webster City, Joel Pergande, Webster City, and Kathleen Anderson, Fort Dodge. Great-grandparents are Ken and Sue Griffin, Lewis. HUGHES — Abby and Dylan Hughes, Clear Lake, a girl, Poppy Jo Hughes, born Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025. Grandparents are Charly and Erin Blankenburg, Fort Dodge, and Chuck and Amy Hughes, Garner. KLINGER — Heidi and Blake Klinger, Badger, a girl, Brynlee Lyn Klinger, born ...

Explore the Outdoors

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Local residents looking to get outdoors in the New Year need look no further than their own backyard. With miles of trails and rivers to explore, Webster County offers multiple options for recreation throughout the year, from skiing and snowshoeing to hiking and paddling. For those new ...

Tickets on sale Jan. 12 for ‘The Prince of Egypt’ at Iowa Central’s Decker Auditorium

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Iowa Central Community College’s Center for Performing Arts announces that tickets for the stage musical “The Prince of Egypt” will go on sale Jan. 12. This epic production brings to life “The Bible story of Moses — reimagined for the stage,” featuring soaring music, stunning visuals and a timeless tale of faith and freedom. Based on the acclaimed DreamWorks animated film released in 1998, “The Prince of Egypt” tells the extraordinary story of Moses — —from his life as an adopted Egyptian prince to his destiny as the leader who frees his people. The musical includes ...

KYL children’s department January events scheduled

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WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library children’s department will be having a variety of events in January. Cooking with Miss Doreen — On Monday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., third through fifth graders are invited to stop in and make a Pizza in a Mug with Miss Doreen. This activity is a great little lunch for kids on their last winter vacation day. Weekly Programs LEGO Build (Children’s Department) — Each Monday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. throughout January, there is the opportunity for kids to test their building skills. We have a variety of Legos and would love to see your ...

Go and Do: Jan. 2, 2026

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Around the area WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library, Webster City, is holding Drop-In Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. SATURDAY at the library. There will be a come-and-go activity available for kids and fam ilies. This Saturday’s activity is beads and bracelets.