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The Kayser Family: knitted together by love

WEBSTER CITY — It's 4,200 miles from Webster City to Balestrand, Norway, but that’s never been a barrier to the Kayser family. There’s a simple, one-word explanation: it’s all about family. Jon’s grandfather, Frederick, came from Norway to Iowa in 1883, settling in Buffalo ...

Go and Do: March 13, 2026

In Fort Dodge FORT DODGE — Kiwanis Pancake Day will be held from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. SATURDAY at the Community Christian School gym, 2406 9 1/2 Ave. S. Cost for adults is $8, and $3 for ages 12 and under. Menu includes beverage, sausage and pancakes. Drive-thru available. FORT DODGE — ...

Feenstra outlines his plan for Iowa

In his first visit to Fort Dodge to campaign for governor, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra said Wednesday that he wants to make Iowa the “most business- and ag-friendly state in the nation.” The Republican from Hull said his formula for doing that includes cutting property taxes and getting ...

‘He made the world a better place’

Many people knew Justin Faiferlick as a member of the Fort Dodge unit of the Iowa Air National Guard. Still others knew him as their martial arts and fitness instructor. Regardless of what role they encountered him in, Faiferlick left a deep and positive impression on people. “Justin is ...

Conrad seeks third term as Webster County supervisor

Niki Conrad is seeking a third term on the Webster County Board of Supervisors. A Democrat, she represents District 4, which is the central and northern parts of Fort Dodge. She was first elected in 2018 and was reelected in 2022. “County government works best when decisions are made ...