John Sannes was promoted to Brigadier General July 24. Sannes began his military career serving as an enlisted soldier from 1992-97 and has continued to move through the ranks over the last 30 years. He is originally from Webster. Reporter & Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

The Junior Websterian Club marked 75 years of friendship, learning and service at its first meeting of the season August 10. Standing in back row, left to right: Marilyn DeSpiegler, Suzanne Olawsky, Margaret Trefz, Eloise Hortness, Sandy Anderson, Winnie Jacobs, Sharon Johnson, Linda Fleeger and Rita Johnson. Seated in front row: Mary Bloom, Connie Sawinsky, Becky Mahlen, Barb Ohleen, Jill Flemmer, Kristi Baumgarn, Cindy Wolter and Julie Delaney. Reporter & Farmer | Timothy Gibson

Cindy Hahler was presented an award during Webster City Council’s Aug. 10 regular meeting for her 31 years of dedication to the Webster youth soccer program. Pictured from left are council members Wayne Klungseth, Stacy Mount, Mayor Mike Grosek, Hahler, council members Brian Vogl, Derek Sinner and Toni Brown. Reporter & Farmer | Amanda Dulitz