Opinion

Fort Dodge, Webster County are experiencing business growth

In the coming week, Dunham’s Sports will make its return to the Fort Dodge community by opening its new store in Corridor Plaza. Its neighbors — Shoe Sensation and Maurice’s — will be opening soon as well. Just to the north of the building that’s home to those three stores, rapid progress is being made on the new Chick-fil-A restaurant. On the other side of Corridor Plaza, the mammoth sports pavilion is up and contractors are working on its interior. All of that represents a tremendous investment in our community. And those are just the most visible elements of the ...

Vote Lloyd

To the editor: Krystal (Lloyd) has the experience and understanding of working in the Auditor’s Office and does an excellent job.I would not hesitate to vote for her. This is one office that shouldn’t be decided solely on party affiliation. If you have someone currently in the office that has the training and experience that is not only a solid move in the right direction, but a cost savings with tax dollars also versus training someone that has never worked in the office. I encourage everyone to Google job duties of a county auditor prior to voting to have a clear understanding of ...

Endorses Thode for supervisor

To the editor: I want to go on record as endorsing Bob Thode for Webster County supervisor for his district. Bob has worked effectively during his years of service on the board. He brings excellent credentials to the job from his years of service as a veteran, law enforcement officer and board supervisor. Bob understands the importance of responsible financial management, efficiency in delivering services to constituents and dealing congenially with the public.He is honest, reliable and willing to work the hours needed for the position. I believe Bob Thode is the right person to ...

Thode is most qualified

Wright supervisor endorses Campbell

To the editor: Why would a Republican Wright County supervisor write a letter to the editor supporting a Democratic Webster County supervisor? It is a straightforward answer. When it comes down to the county level it is all about the person, not the party. I have worked with Mark over the past 10 years at the Iowa State Association of Counties, where Mark holds a leadership role and on various boards and committees in which our counties have joint interests. Mark has repeatedly shown that he has a proven knowledge in every aspect of county government. He frequently comes to the table ...

Supports re-election of Thode