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Black History Celebration set for Tuesday

News Brief

A Black History Celebration hosted by the Pleasant Valley Awareness Committee will be held at 6 p.m. in the conference room of the Fort Dodge Public Library, 424 Central Ave. Sherry Washington said, “Celebrating Black History is an important time of reflection. We’ve come a long way, ...

La Perla Jarocha

Local Business

In 2006, a small food store opened on Seneca Street, catering to the growing Hispanic community here in Webster City. The owner of the shop, Julia Sosa, also worked at Webster City Custom Meats here in town. To fulfill her dream, which was to have her own business, she was challenged by ...

Don’t be surprised by heart attack

Local News

On Sept. 1, 2022, what started as a normal Thursday, quickly changed for Brian Fredericks, a 55-year-old from Manson. Following his usual routine — work, go home and eat dinner, Brian decided to take his dog on a walk. After about a half block, he started to get chest and arm pain. When he ...

Congressman Feenstra talks healthcare at SMCH in Lake City

Local News

LAKE CITY — U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra made an appearance at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital on Thursday. His visit included a tour of rehab services, as well as the obstetrics and emergency departments. Feenstra was impressed with the new equipment and technology that’s been ...

Fort Dodge man lands back in federal prison for fourth time

Local News

SIOUX CITY — A man who violated the terms of his federal supervised release for the third time was sentenced to 30 months’ imprisonment. According to a statement from the United States Attorney’s Office, Northern District of Iowa, Matthew Brockway, 44, from Fort Dodge, received the ...