STRATFORD — They are the unsung heroes of every community. Across rural Iowa, where small towns are like islands in a massive sea of corn and soybeans, where the roads stretch out long and hard…
Generations of service
STRATFORD — Every time Grant Carlson responded to a call for the Stratford Fire and Rescue Department, he was carrying…
'It's about doing things that are good for the land'
The Iowa Natural Resource & Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund has been in place since it was added to Iowa’s Constitution…
Conrad may become FD city attorney
By BILL SHEA bshea@messengernews.net A former Fort Dodge city councilman may be returning to the Municipal Building in a new…
Diesel prices hit truckers, railroads
A surge in diesel fuel prices, which pushed them to about $6 a gallon in the last week has hammered…
Hear Ye, Hear Ye
FARNHAMVILLE — For one afternoon next weekend, visitors to Farnhamville City Park may find themselves surrounded by knights, magicians, fantasy…
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Gaels can't solve Hawks
In the blink of an eye, the Remsen St. Mary’s football squad proved they…
HIGHLAND, Kan. - The No. 14 Iowa Central football team started off its extended road trip…
Tritons rout Highland on the road
CICERO, Ill. - The No. 15 Iowa Central women’s soccer team picked up a one-sided victory…
Iowa Central women roll in Illinois
FORWARD MARCH
Editorial
Keep Iowa’s roads safe during harvest
Following the recent area rains, the corn and soybeans have to dry down quite a bit before farmers can harvest them. But it won’t be too long before the combines roll. Soon it will be the time of the year when big, slow-moving farm vehicles rumble out onto roadways dominated by faster-paced traffic. That…
Just about everyone has called in sick at some point, saying they had the flu when…
Flu shots provide potentially lifesaving protection
A whole generation of Americans can remember exactly where they were and what they were doing…
Sept. 11 is a day of remembrance
A new school year is fully underway. We’re guessing that students all across the area went…
Unsung heroes keep our schools functioning
Local Lifestyle
House divided
It is more than just a game. It is a tradition that splits Iowa…
Local Business
Newest owner of Studio Fusion views creativity as universal human trait
Ernst honors ShinyTop Brewing
From India to Iowa
FDIC data: Strong banks support Iowa’s economy
Lifestyle Briefs
Lehigh Methodist to hold Second Sunday Supper
LEHIGH — Lehigh United Methodist Church will hold its Second Sunday Supper from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday at the church, 386 Spencer Hill St., Lehigh. The menu includes pulled pork sandwich or hot dogs, salad, dessert and drink for a freewill offering. Dine in or carry out. There will also be ice…
PICA to meet Tuesday and Thursday
Federated Garden Club to meet Tuesday
Kendall Young Library announces adult programs
News Brief
No paper Monday due to the holiday
The Messenger will not be published on Monday in commemoration of the Labor Day holiday. Check www.messengernews.net over the weekend for breaking news. The office will be open normal hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday. The Messenger will resume publication on Tuesday.
FD Women's Connection luncheon is Sept. 8, RSVP requested
Free paint collection days planned
Man faces weapon charge after Dayton incident
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