BARNUM — The bridge on Fairbanks Avenue near 205th Street has been closed due to a structural issue, according to the Webster County Road Department. The bridge will remain closed until repairs can be made.

MANSON — The connection of the Manson water system to the Fort Dodge water system has been postponed until Monday or Tuesday, according to an announcement from the City Clerk’s Office. The connection that will send Fort Dodge water to Manson was expected to be completed Wednesday. About ...

OTHO — A boil water advisory has been issued for the city of Otho beginning today until further notice, according to the Webster County Emergency Management Agency. The advisory has been issued in response to work on the city’s water tower.

Two new Fort Dodge police officers have been hired. Constancio Gomez is a native of California who graduated from Fort Dodge Senior High School. He is a veteran of the Iowa Army National Guard, who is pursuing an associate degree in criminal justice. Ethan Krieger is a native of Kamrar and ...

The annual Lunch on Central returns in 2026 on the last Friday of June, July and August. Hosted by Main Street Fort Dodge, board members, local volunteers and business sponsors team up to serve a delicious and affordable meal in the heart of downtown. The event is held in the parking lot in the ...

OTHO — The City of Otho is one of seven Iowa communities that will receive funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Earlier this week, the USDA announced that Iowa will receive $31.2 million in rural development funding. The City of Otho will receive $33,000 to help with technical ...