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In honor of Earth Day, Webster Area Elementary students hit the streets of Webster to clean up any trash they found. Here third graders Odin Brockhaus, Hunter Ruff and Beckett Matthews assist in the endeavor April 23. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

In honor of Earth Day, Webster Area Elementary students hit the streets of Webster to clean up any trash they found. Here third graders Odin Brockhaus, Hunter Ruff and Beckett Matthews assist in the endeavor April 23. Reporter & Farmer | Leyton Beardslee

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Cleaning up the town

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Friday, April 25, 2025
There’s a new mayor in Waubay and he’s former local law enforcement personnel Barry Hillestad. Set to officially take office May 5, Hillestad won the election by default being the only person to take out a petition this spring. Hillestad will fill the void of the civil servant role in Waubay after that community’s former long-time mayor Kevin Jens passed away while in office. Reporter & Farmer | Amanda Dulitz

There’s a new mayor in Waubay and he’s former local law enforcement personnel Barry Hillestad. Set to officially take office May 5, Hillestad won the election by default being the only person to take out a petition this spring. Hillestad will fill the void of the civil servant role in Waubay after that community’s former long-time mayor Kevin Jens passed away while in office. Reporter & Farmer | Amanda Dulitz

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New mayor of Waubay wants to continue legacy of former administration

Amanda Dulitz
Friday, April 25, 2025
There’s a new mayor in town and while he recognizes that civic duty is often a thankless job, he is motivated to continue the legacy of his predecessor.
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Clarification & Correction

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Friday, April 25, 2025
C orreCtion In the April 21 edition, the story regarding the County Road Two grade raise was incorrect. The project contractor Webster Scale, Inc.
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What’s Up

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Friday, April 25, 2025
U p Water main flushingWebster City Water Department will flush water mains starting May 5 on the east side of town. Flushing may cause disturbance and/or rust in the lines.Day of Prayer serviceNational Day of Prayer service is May 1, 7 p.m. at Westside Wesleyan Church, Bristol.
Members of the Old Time Fiddlers, Dan Sheldon and Judith Oliver from Cresbard and Connie Gisi, of Webster performed April 12 at the Day County Arts Council during that organization’s 25th anniversary celebration which was held in the form of a High Tea. Over 50 individuals attended the event where a presentation on high tea etiquette was given, a brief history of the Arts Council was shared and a three course meal was enjoyed. Reporter & Farmer | Amanda Dulitz

Members of the Old Time Fiddlers, Dan Sheldon and Judith Oliver from Cresbard and Connie Gisi, of Webster performed April 12 at the Day County Arts Council during that organization’s 25th anniversary celebration which was held in the form of a High Tea. Over 50 individuals attended the event where a presentation on high tea etiquette was given, a brief history of the Arts Council was shared and a three course meal was enjoyed. Reporter & Farmer | Amanda Dulitz

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Celebrating 25 years

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Friday, April 18, 2025
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What’s Up

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Friday, April 18, 2025
U p Kumla dinnerStrand-Kjorsvig Living Center kumla dinner is April 27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Roslyn Event Center. Event is a fundraiser to purchase equipment for living center residents.Upcoming servicesWestside Wesleyan Church, Bristol events include April 20, Easter 9:30 a.m.
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POLICE REPORT

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Friday, April 18, 2025
 April 10Accidental 911 dial – Hwy. 12 100 blk.Family dispute – 800 blk. W. 1st St.April 11Suspicious activity – 700 blk. W. 13th Ave.April 12Family dispute – 600 blk. E. 8th Ave.April 13 No calls.April 14Called to check welfare of individual – 300 blk. E. 8th Ave.
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OLE & LENA

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Friday, April 18, 2025
Little Ole was overheard talking to himself as he strutted through his backyard, toting a ball and a bat.“I’m da greatest hitter in da vorld!” he announced loudly.Then he tossed the ball into the air, swung at it – and missed.“Strike one!
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