Declaring himself to be a “common sense prairie populist who is working for Iowans” Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Josh Turek rallied with voters Wednesday morning at Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge. The state representative from…
Early voting steady in Webster County
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Love and light take center stage
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Bird flu discovered in Sac County
SAC CITY - Bird flu has been detected in a commercial turkey flock in Sac County, according to the Iowa…
Man gets probation in attempted burglary, arson case
A man who had been charged with trying to break into a Fort Dodge school last month and then setting…
Convicted meth dealer sent to federal prison
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St. Edmond senior cross country runners Lily Eslick and Alex Leiting put their faith…
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Let’s keep Halloween fun
Unlike most holidays, Halloween really has no serious purpose. It's primarily an opportunity for harmless, child-oriented fun. Costumes, trick-or-treat activities and an opportunity to engage in make-believe combine to make Halloween a favorite of youngsters and those still young at heart. Unfortunately, what can be a day filled with happy festivities can turn tragic…
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Chief justice’s legacy to be honored
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Vigil: Families honor loved ones who died by violence
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Local Business
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Snell Settlement Services eases the process of home buying
Serving Fort Dodge since 1963
For Hy-Vee leader, it’s all about the customers
Lifestyle Briefs
Choral Society concert will focus on works of banned composers and poets
The Fort Dodge Choral Society will present an afternoon of choral music by composers and poets who have been banned through the ages. The concert will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, 239 N. 11th St. Admission is by season ticket or $12 at the door.
Michael Charles will perform at Byron’s on Nov. 1
Joel Wernimont will perform at Fonda Arts Center on Nov. 8
Brown Bag Briefings at FD Public Library
News Brief
Trick or Treat in downtown Fort Dodge
The sixth annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat night is from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Businesses can set up their “candy stop” inside or outside of their business.
Lazy Ike gathering set for Saturday
Luminary Night Hike is Thursday
Toddler Time set for Wednesday
Obituaries
Nancy Morris
Visitation is 5:00-6:30 PM, on Friday, at Boman Funeral Home (www.bomanfh.com) in Webster City. Funeral Service is 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 31, at Boman Funeral Home.