Anyone passing by the Fort Dodge firehouse on a recent evening may have spotted something they thought was odd - a group of people pushing a massive truck backwards into the building. What they saw…
Two killed in Pocahontas fire
POCAHONTAS — A woman and a young child died in a house fire Friday evening in Pocahontas. The Pocahontas Police…
Historic Post Office work underway
WEBSTER CITY — Jeff Habhab, with his wife Deb, joined Bridget Chambers on the steps of the former Post Office…
Angels of Love return to Trinity
Angel ornaments have the power to brighten a Christmas tree, honor a lost loved one and support the local hospital…
Country star Collin Raye is coming to Fort Dodge
With a career spanning more than three decades, Collin Raye has captivated audiences with songs, storytelling, and a voice that…
ECC students enjoy new playground turf
The days for enjoying recess outdoors this fall may be dwindling, but every time the students at the Early Childhood…
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Byers will be Iowa kid captain
Beau Byers’ first stomachache came and went. When the pain returned a couple of…
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Group with compelling list of accomplishments to be honored
Since it opened more than 50 years ago, Iowa Central Community College has had students who excel in the classrooms, labs and shops and also in the venues of athletic competition. It has also produced graduates who went on to distinguished careers in public service, business, health care and just about every other field…
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Americans unite behind veterans
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Harvest isn’t over yet
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Hard work of governing must begin
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It’s time for some jazz
The 515 Big Band plans to wrap up 2026 with a combination of cool…
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SLOWING THE RADON WAVE
New health care model debuts in Fort Dodge
Wetter honored at Stewart Memorial
Brew Travel Center opening Nov. 16
Lifestyle Briefs
KYL adult programs scheduled for November
WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will be having Adult Programs throughout the month of November. Books & Bourbon Silent Book Club — Kendall Young Library is working with Wildcat Distilling Co. to offer patrons a Silent Book Club. Adults are invited to gather at Wildcat Distilling Co. from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on
KYL schedules children’s programs
Kendall Young to close for Thanksgiving
CDA meeting set for Thursday
News Brief
Dogs die in fire that destroyed Stratford area house
STRATFORD — Two dogs died in a blaze that destroyed a house near Stratford. The house was located on 350th Street just east of Stagecoach Road in Hamilton County. The fire was reported at about 1 p.m. Stratford Fire Chief Dan Ostrem said the house was fully engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived. “There…
FD Federated Garden Club to meet
Part of South Seventh Street is closed
FD Women’s Connection to meet Nov. 12
Obituaries
Jack Standley
Services will be at 11 AM on Friday, January 8, 2027, at Grace Church, 2801 17th Street – Emmetsburg, IA. A gathering of family & friends will be held one hour prior to the service. www.brucesfuneralhome.com