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‘A difficult reality’

MOORLAND — A Catholic church that once served generations of Moorland-area families is no longer designated as a sacred place for worship. Bishop John E. Keehner of the Diocese of Sioux City issued a decree Tuesday relegating Our Lady of Good Counsel Church to “profane but not sordid ...

Jensen named to Dean’s List

Alex Jensen, of Eagle Grove, was named to the Dean’s List for the summer 2026 term at the University of Maryland Global Campus. To be eligible for the honor, he had to complete at least six credits during the term and earned a grade point average of at least 3.5. The University of Maryland Global Campus offers online and hybrid courses worldwide.

Local jazz band season starts tonight

The 515 Big Band will commence its 2026-2027 season tonight. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. in the Historic Phillips Auditorium, 1015 Fifth Ave. N. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $15, but students will be admitted free. The 515 Big Band consists of five saxophones, four trombones, four trumpets, a guitar, a bass guitar, trap set and keyboard player -- all musicians from both locally and around the state of Iowa. Unlike more traditional music groups, where all music is selected by the director, in the 515 Big Band, any member can bring a chart to rehearsal for the ...

News of Record: Sept. 25, 2026

Magistrate Court WEBSTER COUNTY Thursday Driving while barred — Joseph L. Myers, 42, 2613 N. 14th St., preliminary hearing waived. Violation of probation — Sandy S. Khamsai, 40, Webster City, further proceedings to be scheduled. Controlled substance violation — Melissa E. McBroom, 38, 537 Second St. N.W., preliminary hearing set for Oct. 2. Unlawful discharge of fireworks — Melissa E. McBroom, 38, 537 Second St. N.W., trial set for Nov. 18. Sex offender registration violation, second or subsequent offense — Andrew J. Amaktoolik, 35, 100 Parkwood Circle, ...

Go and Do: Sept. 25, 2026

Around the area WEBSTER CITY — 2026 Whiskers & Wine Comedy Night will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. SATURDAY at Briggs Woods Conference Center, 2501 Briggs Woods Trail, Webster City. The Dueling Pianos of Andy Anderson and Mike Leeds will perform. Tickets are $50 for a single ticket and $350 for a table of 8. There will be an in-person silent auction. The event is being held by Hamilton County Animal AdvoCATes and The Cat Hut. HUMBOLDT — Humboldt Farmers Market will be held from 8 a.m. to noon SATURDAY at Parley Finch Plaza in downtown Humboldt. There will be kids crafts with Building ...