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Adult Winter Reading Challenge at the Fort Dodge Public Library

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The Fort Dodge Public Library is having an Adult Winter Reading Challenge this year. The challenge runs through Feb. 28. Pick up reading logs at the library and turn them in for a chance to win weekly prize drawings from Dariette/Ardys Mae Coffee and Desert, Stella’s Coffee Bar, and Bloomers Coffee. We also have reading challenge prompts to help you find new amazing books in 2026. For more information contact us at 515-573-8167 ext. 6233 or visit our website at www.fortdodgelibrary.org.

Pomeroy Historical Society Bingo starts Jan. 18

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POMEROY — The Pomeroy Historical Society is holding Bingo starting Jan. 18 at The Co-Op Bar and Grill, 714 East St., Pomeroy. The cost is $1 per card per game, split winnings 50/50. Bingo will also be held on Feb. 1 and 15, and March 1, 15 and 29.

Tickets on sale Monday for ‘The Prince of Egypt’ at Iowa Central’s Decker Auditorium

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Iowa Central Community College’s Center for Performing Arts proudly announces that tickets for the stage musical “The Prince of Egypt” will go on sale Monday. This epic production brings to life “The Bible story of Moses—re-imagined for the stage,” featuring soaring music, stunning visuals and a timeless tale of faith and freedom. Based on the acclaimed DreamWorks animated film released in 1998, “The Prince of Egypt” tells the extraordinary story of Moses — from his life as an adopted Egyptian prince to his destiny as the leader who frees his people. The musical ...

Condon — 90th birthday

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PRAIRIE VILLAGE, Kansas — Mary Catherine Condon, of Prairie Village, Kansas, formerly of Fort Dodge, celebrated her 90th birthday on Dec. 12, 2025. Cards may be sent to her at Mission Chateau Senior Living, 4100 W. 85th St., Apt. 202, Prairie Village, KS 66206. Her family includes ...

Start your engines

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The Fort Dodge Recreation Department is revving it up with another Mario Kart video game tournament this month. It is a followup to last year’s successful version of the tournament and is part of a larger expansion of recreation programming. “The feedback we received with our program expansion and getting opportunities for the 2- through 5-year-old and adult age groups was what we had hoped,” Alexis Wolfe, recreation technician, said. “We want to give all community members options to participate in a variety of ways.” Wolfe’s second year in her role starts with the ...

Otho UMC soup supper is Jan. 17

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OTHO — Otho United Methodist Church, Otho, is holding a soup supper from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on Jan. 17 at the church. Soups being served are vegetable beef, chicken noodle, chili and cheesy potato for a freewill offering. The church is handicap accessible. Carryout will be available by calling Nancy at 515-570-4827.