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Business Briefs

Nelson joins GreenState

GreenState Credit Union recently welcomed Cameron Nelson as a mortgage loan officer at the Fort Dodge branch on Central Avenue. Nelson joins the team as a seasoned sales and finance professional, following years of local service in both commercial lending and auto sales. Nelson’s previous ...

GreenState Credit Union recognized by Money among Best Banks of 2025-26

Money has named GreenState Credit Union, which has a branch in Fort Dodge, one of the Best Banks of 2025-26, recognizing the institution for its financial products, customer service, and overall banking experience. The ranking is based on Money’s comprehensive evaluation of more than 275 ...

Rudrapatna to provide oncology/hematology care at VDMC

WEBSTER CITY — Dr. Venkatesh Rudrapatna, an oncology/hematology physician with McFarland Clinic, has joined the Van Diest Medical Center (VDMC) team of visiting specialists. Rudrapatna received his medical degree from Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, University of Mumbai, in Mumbai, ...

Thanupakorn receives ROSE Award

Chelsea Thanupakorn, a patient care technician in acute care, received the ROSE Award at UnityPoint Health — Trinity Regional Medical Center. She was nominated by a patient for making their experience more personal and comforting. “Chelsea went above and beyond to make sure I was ...

Pingel joins Availa Bank

T.J. Pingel has joined Availa Bank in Fort Dodge as a loan officer. He will work closely with business owners to structure tailored financing solutions to support the growth and operational needs of their businesses. Pingel is a Fort Dodge native and graduate of Fort Dodge Senior High ...

Willerth joins WCF boards

WEBSTER CITY — Nick Willerth has been appointed to the Board of Directors of WCF Financial Bank and WCF Bancorp Inc. He is a native of Vincent who is a graduate of the University of Iowa in Iowa City. He is a certified public accountant who serves as controller and general manager of ...