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City manager resigns in Webster City

WEBSTER CITY — The powers of persuasion that convinced Webster City’s City Manager Daniel Ortiz-Hernandez to return to a job he left behind a few years back apparently are not enough to keep him here. Mayor John Hawkins, who played a role in the former city manager’s return in July ...

Safety is ‘hot-button topic’ in FD

Gang violence, the homeless population and the proposed new jail were discussed during the Webster County Safe Communities Coalition’s Town Hall Tuesday night at the Laramar Ballroom. About two dozen members of the community attended the event, where Fort Dodge Police Chief Dennis Quinn ...

Webster County has outgrown 40-year-old jail, study says

Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of articles that examines the different aspects of the proposed new Webster County Jail and the $45.5 million bond referendum that will be on the Nov. 7 ballot. Shortly after taking office in 2021, Webster County Sheriff Luke Fleener noticed a ...

Taking center stage with Sydney Gebers

Whether it’s the loud pounding of the drum or the sound of a song, extracting an emotion from the crowd is the reason to perform. Sydney Gebers has shared her musical talents and acting skills, but being able to contribute a story that everyone can be a part of brings joy. “I enjoy ...

Friends caring for friends

DAYTON — The Best Friends Project realizes the roles that pets play in an individual’s speedy recovery, so its goal is to make sure owners and best friends do not get separated. If an individual doesn’t have friends or family able to step in and watch their pet while in treatment ...