Democrat Rob Sand told a Fort Dodge audience Thursday that he will lead Iowa back to a bipartisan style of government that will serve the people if he is elected governor. “We have never been…
Iowa Works celebrates new Fort Dodge home
Iowa Works, the state agency charged with connecting workers and employers, has a relatively new home in downtown Fort Dodge.…
Go and Do: Oct. 30, 2026
Around the area OTHO — Haunted Fire Department will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. TODAY and SATURDAY at…
Trick or treating in downtown Fort Dodge
Turek talks health care, campaign reforms
Declaring himself to be a “common sense prairie populist who is working for Iowans” Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Josh Turek…
Early voting steady in Webster County
With Election Day approaching, Webster County residents still have several opportunities to cast their ballots early, including Saturday voting at…
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It didn’t feel real initially for Cael Hansen. Like a dream. Something that didn't…
Clarion-Goldfield/Dows will welcome a familiar foe in the second round of the playoffs. The sixth-ranked district…
Area football teams look to take next playoff step
The Iowa Central women’s soccer team made quick work of Iowa Lakes here Thursday, prevailing by…
Iowa Central women advance
Six area players were named to the 2026 Twin Lakes Conference volleyball first team, the league…
All-TLC volleyball teams released
Editorial
Let’s keep Halloween fun
Unlike most holidays, Halloween really has no serious purpose. It's primarily an opportunity for harmless, child-oriented fun. Costumes, trick-or-treat activities and an opportunity to engage in make-believe combine to make Halloween a favorite of youngsters and those still young at heart. Unfortunately, what can be a day filled with happy festivities can turn tragic…
Fairly and correctly administering the law was a form of public service that Mark Cady turned…
Chief justice’s legacy to be honored
Most people never experience domestic violence. Unfortunately, however, some estimates put the incidence among Americans at…
It’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month
There are still thousands of American troops who are stationed not only far from home, but…
Be part of area effort to support our troops overseas
Local Lifestyle
Vigil: Families honor loved ones who died by violence
The Domestic Sexual Assault Outreach Center is located in Fort Dodge. DSAOC is a…
Local Business
Sole of the community
Snell Settlement Services eases the process of home buying
Serving Fort Dodge since 1963
For Hy-Vee leader, it’s all about the customers
Lifestyle Briefs
Choral Society concert will focus on works of banned composers and poets
The Fort Dodge Choral Society will present an afternoon of choral music by composers and poets who have been banned through the ages. The concert will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, 239 N. 11th St. Admission is by season ticket or $12 at the door.
Michael Charles will perform at Byron’s on Nov. 1
Joel Wernimont will perform at Fonda Arts Center on Nov. 8
Brown Bag Briefings at FD Public Library
News Brief
Trick or Treat in downtown Fort Dodge
The sixth annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat night is from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Businesses can set up their “candy stop” inside or outside of their business.
Lazy Ike gathering set for Saturday
Luminary Night Hike is Thursday
Toddler Time set for Wednesday
Obituaries
Christopher Renfroe
Christopher “Chris” B. Renfroe, 72, of Fort Dodge, died October 29, 2026. No services will be scheduled. www.brucesfuneralhome.com