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Shooting investigation underway in rural Webster County

October 8, 2026

By: Matt Scher, matts@977thebolt.com Webster County, IA – A shooting in rural Webster County is under investigation after deputies were called to a residence Wednesday night. The Webster County Sheriff’s Office says deputies were dispatched to [...]

Humboldt City Council reviews Taft Park proclamation, new code enforcement plan

October 6, 2026

By: Matt Scher, matts@977thebolt.com Humboldt, IA – Humboldt City Council reviewed the city’s temporary restrictions at Taft Park and discussed a new system for enforcing city ordinances during Monday’s meeting. The council discussed the mayoral proclamation [...]

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