April Wilson has given away a piece of her liver and one of her kidneys. She says she'd do it again if she could. In October 2019, Wilson donated a lobe of her liver to…
From tragedy to triumph
What began as a mother’s worst nightmare – the death of her son – has resulted in a positive legacy…
Sonshine Singers to present benefit concert
The Sonshine Singers, an ecumenical group of vocalists from Fort Dodge and surrounding communities, are planning a concert called “Faith,…
Southeast Valley homecoming
Humboldt homecoming royalty
Iowa Central announces 2026 Hall of Fame Class
Iowa Central Community College has announced the 2026 Triton Hall of Fame Class, with tickets now on sale for the…
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ALL CYLINDERS
The Fort Dodge football team spent the first three weeks of the season wiping…
Tritons back on the road
ALGONA - For the better part of the past three seasons, Bishop Garrigan has been the…
Garrigan fires on all cylinders
POCAHONTAS - The Emmetsburg football team got by Pocahontas Area here Thursday night, 22-14. Joe Fischer,…
E-Hawks get past Indians
Editorial
Urban deer hunt begins in Fort Dodge on private lands
A deer hunting season is getting underway in Fort Dodge. It starts today and continues through Jan. 10, 2027. Chances are good that many people will have no indication that it is happening. The fact that the hunting won't be obvious to everyone in town is a good thing. We hope it stays that…
Most people take their arms and legs for granted. They use them every day to do…
One man’s trauma spurs effort to help others
Following the recent area rains, the corn and soybeans have to dry down quite a bit…
Keep Iowa’s roads safe during harvest
Just about everyone has called in sick at some point, saying they had the flu when…
Flu shots provide potentially lifesaving protection
Local Lifestyle
Pumpkins and fall go hand in hand
HUMBOLDT — Fall is here again, which means it is time for SpringVale Farm’s…
Local Business
New owners promise same friendly service
Crimmins to lead rural health effort for UnityPoint
Newest owner of Studio Fusion views creativity as universal human trait
Ernst honors ShinyTop Brewing
Lifestyle Briefs
Bling-a-Book is Oct. 22 at Harcourt Library
HARCOURT — Bring your favorite book and join us at 6 p.m. on Oct. 22 at the Harcourt Library, 106 W. Second St., Harcourt, to bling it out. Call 515-354-5391 to register for this event. Snacks and drinks will be provided. This program is $5 per person for materials.
Lake City church to hold ice cream social
Fort Dodge Public Library to host September DIY program for adults
Brown Bag Briefings at FD Public Library
News Brief
Two hurt in SUV crash
Two people were injured when an SUV crashed south of Fort Dodge very early Friday morning. The crash in the 2200 block of South River Lane was reported at 12:13 a.m. Friday. Webster County Sheriff Luke Fleener said a Ford Excursion was southbound on River Lane when it went off the road. He said…
Man takes plea agreement in arson case
Man arrested for crashing car into FD house
New FDPD officer is on the job
Obituaries
Sherry Ludwig
Sherry Theresa Ludwig (Charbonneau), 75, of Fort Dodge, Iowa, passed away peacefully in her sleep Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, at Marian Home Village in Fort Dodge. A prayer service will be at 4:00 pm Thursday, September 24, 2026 in the chapel of Laufersweiler Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be 5:00 to 7:00…