One man was killed and another was wounded in a burst of gunfire early Saturday morning in Fort Dodge. The accused gunman was quickly apprehended and charged with first-degree murder and other felonies. The shooting…
For neighbors, local bar has been source of complaints
For years, people who live near the 4th Street Depot have complained to the City Council about loud noise, rowdiness,…
Zimmer finds a new calling
Editor's note: This feature first ran in a special publication called Hometown Pride, published June 27, 2026, featuring Vickie Zimmer…
Third Avenue Northwest work, water loan on FD council agenda
More work on the Third Avenue Northwest corridor and a loan to pay for water system improvements are on the…
A Second Chance at Life
For years, Jane Curtis told the stories that shaped her community, chronicling moments of resilience, loss, hope and perseverance. As…
UnityPoint Health — Fort Dodge creates economic impact in Webster County
UnityPoint Health — Fort Dodge generated 1,120 jobs and provided $155 million in wages that contributed to Webster County's economy…
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Local Sports
Dodgers determined to move on
SERGEANT BLUFF – Fort Dodge had its chances in a showdown at No. 2 (Class 4A) Sergeant Bluff-Luton. The players know it. Head coach Nik Moser knows it. Instead of dwelling on what might have been, the Dodgers (4-1 overall) quickly turn their attention to Spencer this week for what is now another pivotal…
Editorial
Soybeans are big business in Iowa
Nobody knows exactly how long humans have cultivated the soybean, but agricultural historians seem quite certain its domestication as a crop in China dates back three millennia. There are actually Chinese records documenting soybean growth as far back as the 11th century. There is some disagreement about who first introduced soybeans into North America,…
Area residents will soon have the opportunity to enjoy good food and live music as a…
Scholarship honors the memory of Landon Smith
The days are now noticeably shorter. And the temperature seems to dip just a little bit…
Area residents don’t have to look far for fall fun
A deer hunting season is getting underway in Fort Dodge. It starts today and continues through…
Urban deer hunt begins in Fort Dodge on private lands
Local Lifestyle
‘Where inspiration can happen’
If you ask Eric Anderson, the director of the Blanden Memorial Art Museum, about…
Local Business
From manicures to tattoos
Iowa Bankers Association announces launch of foundation
New owners promise same friendly service
Crimmins to lead rural health effort for UnityPoint
Lifestyle Briefs
Michael Charles will perform at Byron’s on Nov. 1
POMEROY — Michael Charles and his band will perform from 5 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 1 at Byron’s, 112 S Main St., Pomeroy. Charles is in the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame under the “Master Blues Artist” category, a 10 times Grammy-elected artist and a long-time touring artist performing at Byron’s in Pomeroy…
Brown Bag Briefings at FDPL
Bling-a-Book is Oct. 22 at Harcourt Library
Fonda Arts Center to hold food drive
News Brief
Merrill scholarship winners announced
The George and Doris Merrill Family Foundation 5M Scholarship Fund, administered through the Fort Dodge Community Foundation announces 30 scholarship awards to area students who are attending college during the 2026-2027 academic year. Students receiving new scholarship awards include: Araya Anderson, Ames; Luke Firsching, Webster City; Tatum Harms, Fort Dodge; Arynn Luppes, Blairsburg; Makinley…
Local jazz band season starts tonight
Jensen named to Dean’s List
Two named to SNHU President’s List
Obituaries
Kenneth Samuelson
Services are at 10:30 AM Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Friendship Haven's Celebration Center. Visitation is from 4 PM to 6 PM Monday, September 28, 2026, at Gunderson Funeral Home.