HUMBOLDT — A building near downtown Humboldt that housed vehicles and equipment for a plumbing and heating company was destroyed in a Wednesday afternoon fire. The structure at 18 Eighth St. S. was completely engulfed…
FDPD officer cleared for duty
A Fort Dodge police officer who fired his weapon at a man he found shooting at others in the 300…
Hinson promises to ‘drive down’ costs
U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson brought her campaign for the Senate to Fort Dodge during a Wednesday afternoon rally at which…
FD Symphony to offer ‘An American Portrait’
The celebration of America’s 250th birthday continues this Sunday with the Fort Dodge Area Symphony presenting the first concert of…
FDSH band finishes strong
The Fort Dodge All-American Marching Band wrapped up its competition season on Saturday inside Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers earned a…
AFES annual fundraising underway
Helping local young people stay out of trouble and experience more fulfilling lives has been a longtime goal for Charles…
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‘The Magic Was Real’
Jordon McCubbin wasn’t sure how the reaction would be to forming a professional wrestling…
Editorial
October is National Pork Month
October has been designated National Pork Month. That makes it an especially good time to reflect on the importance of the pork industry to this state. It’s unlikely that anyone who lives in Iowa does not already know that pork production contributes mightily to the economic vitality of the Hawkeye State. It may come…
Both kids and grownups have been riding bikes throughout Fort Dodge for decades. And while scooters…
Speedier e-bikes, scooters should prompt greater road awareness
For the last year, Iowans have been immersed in numerous political campaigns for Congress, the governor's…
Voting requires research
It’s hard to imagine facing an Iowa winter without a warm coat. Sadly, some area kids…
Support Coats for Kids this fall
Local Lifestyle
EEz BEEz
WEBSTER CITY — When Evan Ely received the 2026 Youth Beekeeping scholarship earlier this…
Local Business
For Hy-Vee leader, it’s all about the customers
Thriving in Rutland
Obria Medical Clinics celebrates grand opening in Fort Dodge
First Bank announces opening of new Eagle Grove Office
Lifestyle Briefs
LWML to hold quilt, craft and bake sale
Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and Sewing Group will hold a quilt, craft and bake sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at the church, 1023 S. 27th St.. Lunch menu includes sloppy joes, chips, bars and drinks, available for a freewill donation.
Lehigh Methodist to hold Second Sunday Supper
Harcourt Library to hold craft workshop
Fonda Arts Center to hold food drive
News Brief
Old-Timers Chili Cook Off is today
The Old Timers Chili Cook Off will be held today at 528 S. 12th St. Chili will be cooked the "old-fashioned way" over an open fire. Cooking starts at noon, with tasting and judging at 5 p.m. For more information, call Chuck Reetz at 515-269-7960. For a $5 donation, attendees will receive a bowl,…
Reservations due for FD Women’s Connection meeting
FDSH homecoming parade is Friday
Reptiles & Amphibians at Discovery Center
Obituaries
Donald Schendel
Donald P. Schendel, age 91, of Pocahontas, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Arlington Place in Pocahontas, Iowa. Public Visitation is from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, October 15th, at Powers Funeral Home in Pocahontas. Private burial will be held at Washington Cemetery near Havelock, Iowa. Powers Funeral Home of Pocahontas, Iowa,…