FARNHAMVILLE — For a few brief shining hours Saturday afternoon, Bob Meyer, of Callender, wasn’t Bob Meyer, of Callender. Instead he was Merlin the Magician from the Realm of Camelot. He was visiting the Kingdom…
Ulrich outlines Pell grant impact in DC
By BILL SHEA bshea@messengernews.net Iowa Central Community College President Jesse Ulrich was in Washington, D.C., Friday telling national leaders how…
Keeping your money safe from scammers
Michael Larson, commercial market president at First Interstate Bank, shared one of the things that keeps employees at the institution…
Not once, but twice
April Wilson has given away a piece of her liver and one of her kidneys. She says she'd do it…
From tragedy to triumph
What began as a mother’s worst nightmare – the death of her son – has resulted in a positive legacy…
Sonshine Singers to present benefit concert
The Sonshine Singers, an ecumenical group of vocalists from Fort Dodge and surrounding communities, are planning a concert called “Faith,…
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Local Sports
AT HOME
The Fort Dodge swim continued their stretch of swimming at home on Saturday. This…
COFFEYVILLE, Kan. - The Iowa Central football team secured another road win, besting Coffeyville here Saturday,…
Tritons earn another road win
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Tritons back on the road
Editorial
Urban deer hunt begins in Fort Dodge on private lands
A deer hunting season is getting underway in Fort Dodge. It starts today and continues through Jan. 10, 2027. Chances are good that many people will have no indication that it is happening. The fact that the hunting won't be obvious to everyone in town is a good thing. We hope it stays that…
Most people take their arms and legs for granted. They use them every day to do…
One man’s trauma spurs effort to help others
Following the recent area rains, the corn and soybeans have to dry down quite a bit…
Keep Iowa’s roads safe during harvest
Just about everyone has called in sick at some point, saying they had the flu when…
Flu shots provide potentially lifesaving protection
Local Lifestyle
Pumpkins and fall go hand in hand
HUMBOLDT — Fall is here again, which means it is time for SpringVale Farm’s…
Local Business
New owners promise same friendly service
Crimmins to lead rural health effort for UnityPoint
Newest owner of Studio Fusion views creativity as universal human trait
Ernst honors ShinyTop Brewing
Lifestyle Briefs
Bling-a-Book is Oct. 22 at Harcourt Library
HARCOURT — Bring your favorite book and join us at 6 p.m. on Oct. 22 at the Harcourt Library, 106 W. Second St., Harcourt, to bling it out. Call 515-354-5391 to register for this event. Snacks and drinks will be provided. This program is $5 per person for materials.
Lake City church to hold ice cream social
Fort Dodge Public Library to host September DIY program for adults
Brown Bag Briefings at FD Public Library
News Brief
Obria to hold grand opening ceremony Thursday
Obria Medical Clinics of Iowa is pleased to invite community members, business leaders, healthcare partners, and supporters to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Fort Dodge medical clinic from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday. The event will take place at 3 N. 17th St. The celebration will officially…
Two hurt in SUV crash
Man takes plea agreement in arson case
Man arrested for crashing car into FD house
Obituaries
Robert Winninger
Graveside services with full military honors for Robert "Bob" Winninger, 78, will be 10:00 AM on Friday, September 25, 2026, at North Lawn Cemetery. www.gundersonfuneralhome.com