Iowans are invited to learn about safe mushroom foraging on Thursday at Camp Wa No Ki in Fort Dodge. The three-hour long workshop is sponsored by Iowa State University Extension, Webster County Extension, and Webster County Conservation.Registration is needed by Tuesday go.iastate.edu/OFCM0V. The fee is $10.
FONDA — Enjoy an afternoon of unforgettable songs from the ’50s and ’60s when Daniel Keen and Larry Heschke take the stage at the Fonda Arts Center at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Long time favorites of the Fonda Arts Center, these two will usher in the first days of summer with hits from Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond, The Beatles, Frank Sinatra and many others, stirring memories for many of us of where we were when. All this is happening at the Fonda Arts Center on the northwest corner of Fourth and Main Streets in Fonda. As always, refreshments (root beer floats) and admission are free, and ...
MANSON — Over the years, Manson Greater Crater Days has grown into a weekend where friends, families, and neighbors gather to celebrate how far the community has come through parades, music, various activities and shared meals. It is a yearly reminder that Manson is built on community ...
WEBSTER CITY — Phil Hester, a professional comic book artist and writer, will present a program at 1 p.m. today at Mulberry Center Church, 220 Ohio St. in Webster City. The event is free, but donations will be appreciated.
UNITYPOINT HEALTH — TRINITY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER CHRZAN — Donna Chrzan, of Fort Dodge, a girl, born Thursday, April 30, 2026. SHIMON — Cara and Nelson Shimon, of Pocahontas, a boy, born Tuesday, May 5, 2026. HEMMESTAD — Emily Hemmestad, of Fort Dodge, a boy, born Friday, May 15, 2026. WITZKE — Lydia Witzke, of Dakota City, a girl, born Tuesday, May 19, 2026. WATSON — Jessie Watson, of Fort Dodge, a boy, born Thursday, May 21, 2026. FROCK — Kelsie and Billy Frock III, of Fort Dodge, a girl, born Thursday, May 28, 2026. ANDREWS — Shawna Andrews, of Fort ...
Are you growing a garden and want to preserve the bounty of your harvest? Do you have a dial pressure canner and need it tested? Pressure canners with dial gauges can be checked for accuracy and safety at the Webster County Extension Office, 822 Central Ave., Suite 102, (Wells Fargo building main floor) Fort Dodge any time between 8 a.m. to noon or can be left to be picked up at your convenience. Calling ahead is suggested but not required. Pressure canners with dial gauges should be tested annually for accuracy. Weighted or rocker-type pressure regulators cannot be adjusted and will ...
