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The choice has never been more clear

To the editor: In a time when medical knowledge is so very important, whether mental health issues, the pandemic or health care in general, we are so very fortunate to have a great leader with 30-plus years experience in health care representing us in Rep. Ann Meyer. Meyer has also made education a top priority. In her first term in the Legislature, Iowa added $180 million new dollars to education funding, making it the highest it has been in the history of education funding in the state of Iowa. The last time education saw a cut to funding was in 2010 under Democratic Gov. Chet ...

Says Meyer represents all of us

To the editor: Ann Meyer represents all of us in District 9 in the Iowa House. Her steadfast devotion to learning the issues, doing her homework and seeking advice from those affected by proposed legislation is testimony to her capabilities. To evoke the adage, if it’s not broken, don’t fix it. While her opponent is well intentioned and truly an asset to our community, Meyer has already learned the lay of the legislative land in Des Moines and will continue to advocate for all of her constituents. Changing out our representative at this juncture would ill suit the needs of all of us ...

Cargill reaffirms commitment to Fort Dodge

To the editor: As we write this, we are nearing the end of the harvest season. Trucks filled with corn continue to roll into local elevators, despite a year challenged by pandemics and derecho storms. This unfailing perseverance reminds us of why Cargill chose to partner with Webster County and the city of Fort Dodge almost 10 years ago, and why we’ll continue to be here for many years to come. When Cargill purchased the facility in October 2011, we promised to transform the idled plant into a world class operation. By all accounts, we’ve lived up to that promise, making ...

Supports Clayton for Iowa House

To the editor: Voters in Fort Dodge and Webster County have an opportunity to upgrade the quality of our representation in the Iowa House of Representatives, presuming we want to elect a representative who actually will represent all of the people of District 9, and not just the few who can take advantage of fat tax breaks for the wealthy, who want public money to go to vouchers for private schools and numerous other exclusionary policies that favor money over regular people. Our current representative just doesn’t represent us effectively. That’s only one reason why I am proud to ...

Encourages vote for Fleener

To the editor: Webster County voters have begun the process of electing a new county sheriff. Given the current state of policing across the country, your selection is more important than ever. For me, this is a job interview. It isn’t just some popularity contest. Law enforcement is under an intense spotlight. This position is important and voters should treat it as such. Having been a peace officer for the Dayton Police Department, Fort Dodge Police Department and Iowa State Patrol for over 30 years, I’d encourage you to join me in voting for Luke Fleener for sheriff. Being ...

Fort Dodge Police Association endorses Fleener

To the editor: The Fort Dodge Police Association is proud to endorse Sgt. Luke Fleener for Webster County sheriff. Fleener is a man of integrity and an officer full of knowledge, determination and fortitude. He has proven his character working cases with sheriff’s deputies, Fort Dodge city police officers and Iowa State Patrol Troopers, effectively building relationships between the agencies, creating camaraderie that is important to law enforcement. Our Fort Dodge Police Association’s mission is to promote professionalism through communication, education and legislation with ...