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Bishops seek to uphold dignity of immigrants

The four Roman Catholic bishops of Iowa, through the Iowa Catholic Conference, have released a pastoral reflection of the church’s teaching on immigration and the dignity of the human person. Entitled “Pilgrims of Hope: A Pastoral Reflection on Immigration,” the letter asks the people ...

Webster County 4-H youths excel at the Iowa State Fair

Webster County 4-H youth proudly showcased their talents at the Iowa State Fair through both livestock exhibitions and static projects. “Exhibiting livestock helps youth build valuable life skills like responsibility and leadership,” said Celine Beggs-Shoemaker, 4-H agriculture ...

City election field is set

Fort Dodge City Councilman Dave Flattery is unopposed in his campaign for mayor, and four people are vying for the council seat he is vacating. The four-way race includes Todd McCubbin, Dennis Mernka, Jeanette Moss and Caleb Pokorny. There will be a primary election on Oct. 4 to narrow the ...

Touney seeks Ward 4 council seat

Keeping local government focused on the essential needs of public safety and public works will be the goal of Dr. Ed Toney if he is elected to the Fort Dodge City Council. Touney is running for the Ward 4 council seat. He is challenging Councilman Kim Alstott, who is seeking his eighth ...

Hooked on Drama

Editor’s note: This feature first ran in a special publication called Hometown Pride, published June 28, 2025, featuring people and organizations from Fort Dodge and the surrounding area who are making a difference in their communities. Lindey Krug was destined to be a part of the Fort ...