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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Around the area LAKE VIEW — Stone Pier Summer Concert series presents Kashus Culpepper with Abby Hamilton at 5 p.m. SATURDAY at Black Hawk Lake. There is no admission charge. Concertgoers are allowed to bring food and beverages to the picnic-style performances, food is available for sale ...