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Diesel prices hit truckers, railroads

A surge in diesel fuel prices, which pushed them to about $6 a gallon in the last week has hammered the ledger books of trucking companies and railroads. Companies say they have no choice but to pass the costs onto the shippers who use their services. Eventually, those costs get pushed down ...

Hear Ye, Hear Ye

FARNHAMVILLE — For one afternoon next weekend, visitors to Farnhamville City Park may find themselves surrounded by knights, magicians, fantasy characters, with even a few historically accurate glimpses into centuries past. Farnhamville will host its first Renaissance Faire from 2 to 6 ...

‘Survivor Tree’ artwork received

In commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attack, an artistic “gift of gratitude” was presented to local first responders on Friday morning by staff members and students of Iowa Central Community College. In two separate ceremonies held at their respective ...

Tickets on sale for the ‘Birthday Club’

WEBSTER CITY — Tickets are now on sale for Webster City Community Theatre’s upcoming production of “Birthday Club,” a comedy by playwright Phil Olson. “Birthday Club” follows five women who gather to celebrate their birthdays together. But between the cake, candles and birthday ...