To the editor: I finally read a letter to you that needs backup. I was very impressed with Justin Hoover. I see another money pit — Fort Dodge’s high school. The main problem is the flat roof (over) the Little Theatre and a few other parts of roof have been slanted. What did new middle ...
To the editor: To the residents of Fort Dodge Ward 3, I am encouraging you and your fellow neighbors to vote Todd McCubbin for City Council in this upcoming Nov. 4 election. Every election is an important one to cast your vote for representation at all levels, and that starts with important ...
To the editor: I read that some candidates for City Council are in agreement on tearing down deteriorating buildings, including the Warden Plaza. Decades ago, the City Council and city officials concentrated their attention on big box stores and the mall, turning their backs on downtown Fort ...
Unlike most holidays, Halloween really has no serious purpose. It’s primarily an opportunity for harmless, child-oriented fun. Costumes, trick-or-treat activities and an opportunity to engage in make-believe combine to make Halloween a favorite of youngsters and those still young at ...
To the editor: I want to express my strong support for Kim Alstott in his bid for re-election to the Fort Dodge City Council. Kim has been a steady, experienced, and positive voice for progress in our community. As a charter member of the Webster County Housing Trust Fund, Kim has helped ...
When you work in local government, you learn pretty quickly that helping people isn’t just part of the job. It is the job. Every day, someone calls, emails, or stops by with a question, a concern, or a problem they hope you can help solve. Sometimes it’s something small, like putting ...