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Speakers at the Sac County Quilt-A-Fair announced

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SAC CITY — Two outstanding Iowa quilters will be featured at the 10th biennial Sac County Quilt-A-Fair on Sept. 19 and 20 at the Sac County Fairgrounds, Sac City. As the Sac County Area Quilters planned this anniversary show, they searched for speakers who would represent the best of traditional quilting, as well as an expanding interest in art quilts. “We are so excited to welcome Judy Martin back to Sac City,” said Carolee Franzkowiak, who coordinated the speakers and vendors for this year’s Quilt-A-Fair. “Judy was with us in 2023 and she ‘wowed’ the audience with her ...

KYL children’s department September events announced

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WEBSTER CITY – Kendall Young Library Children’s Department will be having a variety of events in September. Weekly Programs Wild Things (TK-2nd) will meet on Tuesdays from 3:45 to 5 p.m. in September. This time will offer a variety of stories and activities each week. Join us for all the adventures. Fuzzy Ducklings (under 3 years) will meet on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in September. This parent/child experience is fun for everyone. Tween’s Time (3rd — 5th grade) will meet on Thursdays from 3:45 to 5 p.m. in September. They will explore crafts, STEM, ...

Arrivals: Sept. 6, 2025

Arrivals

UNITYPOINT HEALTH — TRINITY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER REIS — Katie Marie Vanderpool and Nickolas Jay Reis, of Fort Dodge, a boy, Hunter James Reis, born Friday, Aug. 29, 2025.

Deal — 90th birthday

Birthdays and Anniversaries

Edward Deal, of Fort Dodge, will celebrate his 90th birthday on Sept. 8. Cards may be sent to him at 312 Sixth Ave. NW, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. His family includes his wife Colleen, Steve and Terri Deal, Sherry and Shawn Moritz, Troy and Lisa Deal, and Tracy and Jerry Joe Samuelson. He ...

CDA meeting Sept. 11, RSVP requested

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The Catholic Daughters Court 216 meeting will be held on Thursday, Sept. 11, at the Corpus Christi Center beginning with Mass at 6 p.m. followed by dinner, guest speaker from the Fort Dodge Police Department to talk about scams and a business meeting. Members who would like to attend, please RSVP for dinner by calling Kitty Nilles at 515-206-5496 by noon Tuesday, Sept. 9. New members are always welcome. RSVP to be our guest and come and see what we are all about.