To the editor: Our City Council is once again assaulting Fort Dodge’s proud heritage in an effort to destroy the memory of one of our town’s most iconic institutions. Exposition Park was home to the Hawkeye Fair, which for more than a decade rivaled the Iowa State Fair in stature and ...

To the editor: Anyone who’s been summoned to jury duty knows they question you about any prejudices you might have that may sway your judgment. They will drop you in a heartbeat if they believe something keeps you from basing your verdict on only facts and evidence. The Senate impeachment ...

To the editor: After three years, Democrats in control of the House of Representatives finally made good on their efforts to impeach President Trump. Don’t kid yourself. House Democrats Nancy Pelosi, Jerry Nadler and Adam Schiff are not sincere when they stand before the microphones and say ...

To the editor: As we approach the end of 2019, it is with gratitude I write this letter to express thanks for all who have made donations to The Lord’s Cupboard this past year. Whether it be a monetary donation, large or small, or a box or bag of canned and household goods, your donations ...

To the editor: I would like to thank Santa (The Messenger) for the $1,000 I won. It was so much fun watching and waiting every day for the three months for the bingo numbers and to fill my card. Thanks to Mark, who delivers my paper for getting it to my door usually by 6 a.m. Imagine my ...

To the editor: The Community Health Center of Fort Dodge and Shimkat Motor Co. would like to thank the community for their outpouring of support for the 10th annual Coats for Kids coat drive. This joint project collects coat donations, both new and gently used, as well as other winter items to ...