Until last week, Chace Hauschilt, development specialist at Kading Properties of Urbandale, was the only person from the company most people in Webster City had met. He attended City Council meetings and worked behind the scenes with city officials on a proposed 218-unit apartment complex on ...

As executive director of Visit Fort Dodge, Kerrie Kuiper is constantly applauding local business owners and leaders. But last week, Kuiper was the one receiving the accolades as she was named Most Inspiring Leader at the Midwest Travel Network Conference in Grand Island, Nebraska. “This ...

CHEROKEE — AgState is excited to announce the expansion of its Emmetsburg and Fonda agronomy businesses with the addition of new seed and chemical storage warehouses. This investment underscores AgState’s long-term commitment to strengthening its agronomy services, supporting local ...

LAKE CITY — Stewart Memorial Community Hospital has recognized Kerri Shipley, financial counselor, as the newest recipient of the Path to Excellence employee recognition award. She has been a dedicated member of the Stewart Memorial team for nearly 12 years. Her decision to join the ...

Industrial park projects in Webster and Hamilton counties have received state grants to help pay for the process of getting the sites certified — an important step toward attracting businesses. The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance received $1,603.75 for the Iowa Crossroads of Global ...

WEST BEND — Since 1991, Country Maid Inc., and Butter Braid pastries have helped raise more than $360 million for thousands of great causes. Mayshine, Country Maid’s fundraising division, and its network of dealers have changed the lives of millions of people through their fundraisers, ...