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Eshbaugh receives DAISY Award

Jordan Eshbaugh, a registered nurse in Acute Care, received the DAISY Award at UnityPoint Health – Trinity Regional Medical Center. She was nominated for the award by a patient’s family. The nomination reads: “Jordan took excellent care of my dad while he was a patient here. ...

Kingsgate Insurance Center named Keystone’s Iowa State Agency of the Year

Kingsgate Insurance Center, of Fort Dodge, was named the Iowa State Agency of the Year by Keystone Insurers Group, the fourth largest insurance agency network. The award recognizes agencies within Keystone’s footprint that exemplify growth and innovation beyond just sales, including ...

Ruge, Jensen receive A.C.E. Award

Joe Ruge, guest assistant, and Marvin Jensen, guest assistant lead, received the A.C.E. Award at UnityPoint Health — Trinity Regional Medical Center. They were nominated by their leader, Alison Hanna, manager volunteer and guest services, for assisting a patient in need. The A.C.E. ...

Shimkat elected to national leadership role

Lisa Shimkat, of Fort Dodge, has been elected chairwoman of America’s Small Business Development Centers. Shimkat is the Iowa state director of America’s SBDC. “I am excited to represent the 63 programs across the country as chair of the association,” Shimkat said. “We have a ...

Virtual mental health care available through McCrary-Rost Clinics

LAKE CITY — Stewart Memorial Community Hospital and McCrary-Rost clinics have hired Kate DeWall, a licensed Iowa social worker, to offer virtual therapy for patients of all ages and backgrounds. She brings with her a decade of experience, cultural competency, and a loyal following of ...

GreenState Credit Union appoints Fanning as interim CEO

GreenState Credit Union, which has an office in Fort Dodge, announced that Todd Fanning, the company’s chief financial officer, has been appointed interim chief executive officer, effective immediately. He succeeds Jeff Disterhoft, who has retired. The GreenState Board of Directors has ...