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Shrek coming to Fort Dodge

This ogre just wants some peace and quiet in his swamp, so he’s on a mission to evict the dozens of fairytale characters who have taken refuge in his home. Stage Door Productions is bringing “Shrek Jr.” to the stage at Fort Dodge Middle School next week. Shows are Thursday, Friday ...

King Band continues summer season

The Karl L. King Municipal Band of Fort Dodge will continue their 2022 summer concert season on Sunday evening at the Karl L. King Band Shell in Oleson Park. Concert time is 7:30 p.m. and will be preceded by an ice cream social served by the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, starting around 6:30 p.m. These concerts are free to all and are provided as a public service by the City of Fort Dodge. Directing the band again this season is Jerrold P. Jimmerson with Dan Cassady serving as the assistant conductor and Paul Bloomquist as the band’s announcer. Marches scheduled to be performed ...

King Band to feature Jive for Five Sunday

The Karl L. King Municipal Band, conducted by Jerrold P. Jimmerson, will continue its weekly concerts on Sunday evening. Concert time is 7:30 p.m. at the Karl L. King Band Shell in Oleson Park. There is no admission charge, courtesy of the city of Fort Dodge. The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church from Fort Dodge will again be selling homemade ice cream and cake before and during the concert, starting around 6:30 p.m. Before the main concert starts, the popular area Brass Quintet, Jive for Five, will do a pre-concert performance, starting at 7 p.m. Group members include Tim Miller from ...

Imagine the endless possibilities for your yard

Jackie Brown has no formal training in landscaping or gardening, yet her immaculately designed backyard is a work of art. Brown’s home at 1720 Williams Drive will be the first stop on the Fort Dodge Federated Garden Club’s 20th annual Garden Tour Twilight Tour. “This is 15 years in ...

King Band to celebrate Independence Day

The Karl L. King Municipal Band of Fort Dodge is planning a special concert on Sunday evening to celebrate America’s Independence Day holiday. Concert time is 7:30 p.m. at the Karl L. King Band Shell in Oleson Park. There is no admission charge, courtesy of the City of Fort Dodge. Conductor Jerrold P. Jimmerson has planned a fun evening of music that is pure Americana. Also involved in the evening’s program is Dan Cassady, assistant conductor, and Paul Bloomquist, announcer. Conductor Jimmerson commented, “With July 4th being on Monday this year, this will be a great way to enjoy ...