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‘Clue’ coming to Fort Dodge

Was it Col. Mustard in the drawing room with the pipe wrench? Generations of people who have enjoyed the board game “Clue” have asked that question. This week, audiences at the Hawkeye Community Theatre production of “Clue” will have a chance to ask themselves the same question. A theatrical version of the murder mystery game will unfold on stage starting Wednesday and concluding Saturday. There will be 7 p.m. performances Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday plus a 2 p.m. performance Saturday. All performances will be at the Hawkeye Community Theatre, 521 N. 12th ...

New independent living option announced

A new independent living option will debut at Friendship Haven next year. The retirement community announced Friday that people will be able to move into the apartment area now called The Ridge starting Jan. 1. The Ridge will be in the apartments that used to be a certified assisted living ...

FDSH homecoming court

A special day to shine

For Ada Kelley, there are many things that make Special Olympics competition days worth looking forward to. “I like just being able to bowl and getting a medal,” said Kelley, a veteran Special Olympics competitor from Southeast Valley. “I like my family to come and watch me.” Kelley ...

Rain, rain, go away

The ninth hole at Oak Park Golf Course in Dayton was more ready for kayakers Thursday than it was for finishing a round of golf. According to a rain gauge on the course, the area received more than 3.5 inches of rain in just a couple of hours Thursday morning. According to Webster County ...

Cruise to the Woods is Sunday

The annual car show that begins with caravans of classic vehicles rolling through the Iowa countryside before arriving in Webster County will be held Sunday. It is called Cruise to the Woods and is being held for the 43rd time this year. The show will be held at Lizard Creek Ranch west of ...