A Fort Dodge firefighter has been recognized by his peers across the state as one of the best in Iowa at preparing for and handling emergencies that involve chemicals or large amounts of fuel. Lt. Tom Ubben was named the Iowa Haz Mat Technician of the Year. That is an honor bestowed by ...

They were best of friends in life, the Smiths and Stevens figured, so why not remain together in death? On a summer day many years ago, Bette and Jay Smith and Ruth and Walt Stevens ventured out on one of their many adventures together. But this one was a bit different. Both had earlier ...

Kingsgate Insurance announced its acquisition of Calvert & Johnson Insurance Services, which will be effective Monday. The acquisition further strengthens Kingsgate’s commitment to Fort Dodge and the surrounding communities, while bringing a team of respected professionals into its ...

“Every farm kid had chores to do, and we all knew what it meant when someone said they had to get home to do chores,” writes Joseph E. Narigon in his newly released memoir, “A Boy on the Farm.” Published by Hayseed Press, “A Boy on the Farm,” the memoir of the late Narigon, ...

The Albert Habhab Veterans Memorial Bridge in Fort Dodge now looks even brighter and more patriotic after the sun goes down. Red, white and blue lights were added to the 15 lamp posts lining the bridge. They came on for the first time Monday night. Mike Larson, a Navy veteran who is ...