For a woman experiencing homelessness, one of the most difficult questions can be one of the simplest: Where can I go with my children? Beacon of Hope Ministries hopes to provide a new answer with…
FD man charged in shooting incident
A man has been charged with shooting another man Wednesday night in Webster County, according to court records. Wade A.…
Courthouse prepares for early voters
Early voting begins Wednesday at the Webster County Courthouse, with weekday hours, a Saturday voting opportunity and a satellite location…
Dodger royalty crowned
Muhlbauer: 'It's about people'
By BILL SHEA bshea@messenegrnews.net Dave Muhlbauer, the Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor, can quickly describe the approach to government that…
Trump signs Ernst bill on spending overruns
A measure U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst wrote to combat runaway federal spending by publicizing the worst examples of it is…
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BACK TO THE BASICS
Fort Dodge’s senior class took it upon themselves to get back to basics and…
Gaels roll on the road
GARDEN CITY, Kan. - Following a week off, the Iowa Central football team returns to action,…
Iowa Central back in action
Dodgers honor seniors in pool
Editorial
Speedier e-bikes, scooters should prompt greater road awareness
Both kids and grownups have been riding bikes throughout Fort Dodge for decades. And while scooters faded from the scene for awhile, they are enjoying a resurgence of popularity with young people today. We view people traveling on bikes and scooters as a good thing. It beats driving everywhere in this age of $4-a-gallon…
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
National 4-H Week, which begins Sunday and concludes Saturday, is a good time to celebrate the…
4-H is about helping youths achieve
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
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