On Monday, the Fort Dodge City Council approved a permit request from River Hops Brewing, 1014 Central Ave., to use part of the public sidewalk outside the business for an outdoor seating area. The Public Sidewalk Cafe Permit request was approved as part of the council’s consent agenda and ...

The Fort Dodge Police Department and Water Meter Department will be receiving some new wheels soon. On Monday, the Fort Dodge City Council approved the purchase of a 2023 Jeep Renegade from Shimkat Motor Company for the FDPD’s Criminal Investigations Division. The purchase will replace an ...

SALT Cooling Center is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday on the top floor at First Baptist Church, 28 N. 10th St. If you have clients who you think can utilize this space, please send them over. Contact 515-573-3517 or saltcenterfd@gmail.com. The Rev. Dani Rogers ...

Webster County Conservation is holding a Fireside Chat from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Camp WaNoKi, 2400 WaNoKi Camp Road. The subject will be a little history lesson about weapons from the past. Those attending will have a chance to use a variety of weapons. Dart throwing with atlatls, tomahawks, ...

Due to a water main break in Manson, the city’s water was turned off briefly on Monday, according to the city. Manson will remain in a water boil advisory until further notice.

GOWRIE —Touch a Truck is 6 to 8 p.m. today in the Gowrie High School parking lot. Come see, touch and learn about working trucks from the community. Burger, chips and drink will be available for a freewill donation.