Local Columns
Fort Dodge YWCA is a beacon of hope
May 11, 2008
As we move into May we begin thinking about milestones — goals made and goals met. Graduation is one such rite of passage. » Full Story
Every Iowan deserves access to dental care
May 11, 2008
Last year, we volunteered at the Nebraska Mission of Mercy to provide free dental care. Some patients drove for more than six hours just to get there. » Full Story
Trinity Hospice offers care with dignity
May 4, 2008
Trinity Hospice is here to provide comfort and assistance to patients, their families and loved ones dealing with a life-limiting illness. » Full Story
New policies can build a better future
April 27, 2008
Two hot issues on the minds of many are our streets and the studies. » Full Story
Teens and alcohol don’t mix
April 20, 2008
It is probably not just going to ‘‘come up’’ but a conversation about the risks of underage drinking has to occur between you and your teenager. And since you are the parent, it begins with you. » Full Story
It’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 20, 2008
As parents, we teach our children ‘‘stranger danger,’’ never talk to strangers because they could possibly kidnap or hurt you, when in fact we need to also be educating our children on protecting them » Full Story
Cooperation is the key to the future
April 13, 2008
While I was growing up in Pocahontas, my parents — Al and Velma Plautz — regularly listened to an editorial comment program on KVFD/KQTV television out of Fort Dodge by Ed Breen, the station owner and » Full Story
Take me out to the ball park
April 5, 2008
With spring hopefully here to stay, each of us are anxious to get outside and tend to our lawns and gardens, dust off the bikes and shift into outdoor leisure activities. » Full Story
How do we return prisoners to society?
April 5, 2008
There are more than 2 million people behind bars in America and the numbers continue to grow. This number is greater than the entire populations of Vermont, North Dakota and Alaska combined. » Full Story
Red Cross: Together we can save a life
March 30, 2008
America is a special place, where someone you may not know will give you their blood, save you from drowning or provide you with shelter. » Full Story