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Eyes on Webster County

Local News May 2, 2026

The lack of video evidence available in the April 2025 murder of Michele “Luna” Jackson in Farnhamville prompted a discussion between area law enforcement agencies and Webster County Crimestoppers about strengthening rural public safety. Those conversations later created the Eyes on Webster County project, which aims to place security cameras strategically throughout the county. “During the investigation, deputies obtained witness and suspect statements that were inconsistent with one another,” said Christie. “As investigators canvassed the area for additional evidence, it ...

‘A nice tradition to keep going’

Local News May 1, 2026

GOWRIE — Long before the calendar flipped to May, the United Women of Faith in Gowrie were already hard at work — designing, creating, and filling colorful baskets. By the time the month of April ended on Thursday, more than 700 May Day baskets stood ready to brighten doorsteps and ...

It’s Boots & Bling time in Stratford

Local News May 1, 2026

STRATFORD — It’s time to pull out the fancy duds, a little bling, and your dancing shoes and join the Stratford Booster Club at its first Boots & Bling Gala Saturday night. The gala will be held at the Backcountry Winery located at 3533 Fenton Ave. in Stratford. The event is a fundraiser to support the Stratford Early Learning Center this year, but organizers hope this will become an annual event. Rob Thomas will be providing the music, and Whatcha’ Smokin will be catering the meal. Tickets are $30 a person, $50 a couple, or $200 for a table for six. The Boots & Bling ...

Go and Do: May 1, 2026

Local News May 1, 2026

Around the area LEHIGH — Lehigh Methodist Church will hold its Spring Supper and Bake Sale from 5 to 7 p.m. on SATURDAY. The menu includes Swiss steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable, salads, fresh baked rolls, pie and drink. Cost is $15 for ages 11 and up, $8 for ages 5 to 10, and free for under 5. HUMBOLDT — Peace Creek bake sale and meal will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. on SATURDAY at Stylin’ Pooch, 2628 Penn. Ave., in Humboldt. A hot dog meal will be available for $10. There will be a bake sale table, adopt a stuffed animal station, Kailey Seller’s sourdough goods, ...

Trinity recognizes volunteers at annual appreciation dinner

Local News May 1, 2026

UnityPoint Health — Trinity Regional Medical Center recognized its volunteers during the annual Volunteer Recognition and Appreciation Dinner Wednesday in the Opera House at the Fort Museum and Frontier Village. More than 80 people attended. “We are blessed to have 79 great ...

US House passes ‘skinny’ farm bill

Local News May 1, 2026

The U.S. House approved, 224-200, a five-year farm bill Thursday as members of Congress attempt to update major agriculture and nutrition policy after three years of extensions. The bill would authorize subsidy and nutrition assistance programs through fiscal 2031. The nonpartisan ...