A group of organizations is attempting to slowly help downtown Fort Dodge slide back into its glory days and once again make it a section of town worthy of great pride. » Full Story

A Fort Dodge man who said he’s disgusted by the spending habits of Iowa lawmakers is the newly named Republican candidate for the state House of Representatives from the 49th District. » Full Story

SAC CITY — Despite flooding at the horse stables and horse arena at the Sac County Fairgrounds, the horse show and other activities will go on. » Full Story

WEBSTER CITY — A little rain and a lot of humidity didn’t deter fairgoers from turning out at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds Thursday. » Full Story

On Aug. 26, Fort Dodge voters will say yes or no to a civic aquatic center.

The facility would be financed through issuance of $8. » Full Story

CLARION – Many associate 4-H with the four-leaf clover emblem that features a white “H” on each leaf that stands for head, heart, hands and health. » Full Story

An abused person needs someone to talk to, someone with empathy, someone who cares.

Often that person is a good friend, a minister or a priest. But sometimes the abuser is the clergy. » Full Story

HUMBOLDT — A man drowned Monday evening while swimming in a rural quarry southwest of Humboldt. » Full Story

SALIX — A Manson man died Monday afternoon in a grain bin accident. » Full Story

A Fort Dodge girl was injured Tuesday evening when the bike she was riding hit a car at the busy intersection of 15th Street and Sixth Avenue North. » Full Story