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Intersection to get upgrade

The busy intersection of Kenyon Road and Avenue C will get an overhaul this summer while the nearby Kenyon Road Bridge is also the site of a major project. Kenyon Road on the west side of the intersection will be widened and reconfigured to create a center lane to accommodate vehicles ...

FD council to consider permit for dog breeders

The Fort Dodge City Council will consider requiring a permit for any dog breeders as a way to tighten the leash on those who do so without little professionalism. The city already has a law requiring commercial dog breeders to get a permit. Amending that law would help to control ...

AEA measure dominates forum

Legislation to make some changes to Area Education Agencies is moving forward, but it’s quite different from what was proposed earlier this year, local lawmakers said Saturday. The House of Representatives passed an AEA bill Thursday and it is expected to be considered by the Senate ...

Property tax hearing is tonight

The Fort Dodge City Council will have a public hearing on the proposed property tax rate this evening, then consider awarding some contracts for infrastructure work. The council’s work will begin at 5 p.m. with a hearing on the total maximum property tax for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The ...