Members of the Fort Dodge community came together Wednesday morning to honor those who could accurately be called the true heroes in their midst. Those people often have old uniforms hanging in the closet and framed displays of patches and medals in their living rooms. They are veterans ...
State Sen. Tim Kraayenbrink, R- Fort Dodge, was elected as Senate president pro tempore for the 92nd General Assembly by his colleagues. In that role, he will preside over the Senate when the Senate president is absent. “For the last couple years, I have been proud to serve my caucus as ...
MANSON — Local veterans were honored Wednesday morning during a Veterans Day program at Manson Northwest Webster Junior/Senior High School, led by FFA and Student Council members. “It is a day we stand and support our fellow Americans who have so proudly served our country in the armed ...
GOWRIE — Honoring veterans can begin with a thank you, but Matteo Luna challenged students at Southeast Valley High School on Wednesday to carry that gratitude into the way they also live. “Here’s one thing that we can all do to show our thanks to veterans,” Luna said. “Go out and ...
OKBS By CHRIS JOHNSON cjohnson@messengernews.net Becoming a drum major for Fort Dodge Senior High’s All-American Marching Band was the perfect catalyst for Greyson Chance. The Fort Dodge Senior High student has plans after high school to be involved in band, so this opportunity was a perfect fit for the senior. “Being a drum major has pushed me to be a better person, a better leader, and a better musician,” Chance said. “ I had to make sure to be more responsible with my time, my actions, and more responsible for my fellow band members. “ It means a lot to me that ...
HUMBOLDT — One year ago, Kelsey Olson was learning how to turn business windows into holiday canvases. This year, her artwork has taken her across state lines and brought her back to a childhood favorite, where she is giving young visitors something they can touch, explore and enjoy. The ...
