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Fort Dodge man eludes police, then claims truck was stolen

A man who led police on a pursuit in his pickup and later falsely reported that same truck as being stolen from him faces multiple criminal charges, according to court records. According to the criminal complaints filed against him, Gregory J. Marshall, 29, of 1923 Second Ave. N., fled from police while driving a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado on March 11. Then on March 30, he falsely reported that truck as stolen, criminal complaints state. Marshall was arrested by Fort Dodge police and charged with: • Eluding, speed over 25 mph over limit. • False report of an indictable offense ...

Derailment reported in FD

Four train cars went off the tracks in a Fort Dodge railyard early Thursday morning. The derailment occurred in an area of the Canadian National Railway yard south of Second Avenue South. There were no reports of injuries, leaks or fires, according to Michelle Hannan, a spokeswoman for the railroad. She added that no grade crossings were blocked. The derailed cars have been removed and the tracks appeared to be repaired on Friday. The cause of the derailment remains under investigation by the railroad, according to Hannan.

EMS open houses planned for next week

Emergency medical services providers throughout Webster County will hold a series of open houses next week. These events are being held so that the public can meet their local providers, see their buildings and equipment, and learn more about the services. Here is the schedule of open houses. Monday • 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Badger Fire Department • 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Otho Fire Department. A freewill donation taco bar will be offered. Tuesday • 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Southwest Webster Emergency Medical Service in Gowrie, joined by the Callender and Harcourt fire departments. There ...

Dayton is ready to rev up with Old Engine Day

DAYTON — The 15th annual Dayton Old Engine Day & Car Show will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 23 in Oak Park. It will feature antique tractors, old engines, classic cars, a citywide garage sale and food. Dash plaques will be given to the first 100 participants in the car show. Peoples’ Choice trophies will be awarded at the end of the day. There will be a free kids tractor pull at 1 p.m. Registration is required, and all competitors must be registered by 12:30 p.m. A raffle will be held, with the winner getting a pedal car. The event is organized by the Dayton Community ...

Cop on a Rooftop raises funds for Special Olympics

Local law enforcement officers will be raising money for Special Olympics from 6 a.m. to noon today at Dunkin’, 2520 Fifth Ave. S. Every dollar raised helps provide opportunities, training, and competition for Special Olympics athletes throughout Iowa. Donors can receive a free donut, iced or hot coffee, or a koozie, based on the amount donated.

Make It OK event is Thursday on the City Square

Community Health Center of Fort Dodge invites the public to participate in a Make It OK event from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday. This event is part of the Make It OK campaign through Iowa’s Healthiest State Initiative, a statewide effort focused on reducing stigma surrounding mental health by encouraging open conversations and increasing understanding of mental illness. The event begins at 11:30 a.m. at the Fort Dodge City Square, located in front of the Fort Dodge Public Library, 424 Central Ave., with local mental health resources available. At noon there will be a short ...