Woolstock News

'TV's ' Superman ' Kills Self," blared the tabloid headlines 50 years ago this week, after actor George Reeves was found shot to death in his Hollywood home in the early hours of June 16, 1959.

Living History Farms has a new outdoor monthly summer concert series called 'Behind the Barn.' Each Thursday night performance features local artists, barbecue by Shane's Rib Shack and a cash bar.

During his weekly time with the Wright County Board of Supervisors, County Engineer Dan Waid informed them that the contractor will be ready to begin the C-70 resurfacing project sometime next month.

Wright County Engineer Dan Waid, along with Assistant Engineer Adam Clemons, presented the five-year Secondary Roads plan to the Board of Supervisors on Monday.

A prominent former Webster City accountant is being investigated for irregularities that surfaced in a longtime client's account.

Wright County Assessor Kathy Waddell, along with several other department heads, appeared before the Board of Supervisors on Monday to discuss the change in the mileage rate.

Marvin Lyle Claude, 85, of Webster City, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2009 at his home. His body was donated and a memorial service will be held this spring under the direction of Boman Funeral Home in Webster City.