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The once controversial Pavilion project in Fort Dodge is The Pavilion no more. The sports and events facility located in Corridor Plaza has recently been taken over by several members of The Better Way Project, an initiative launched by a group of local real estate investors who are ...
Iowa has long been known for its commitment to an outstanding education for its youth. In Fort Dodge that commitment emerged early. The town was founded in 1854 and the first school opened a year later. Here is a summary of Fort Dodge schools through the years, based largely on ...
CLARE — The Clare Public Library will host a summer cookout from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Clare Community Center. The menu includes sloppy joes, hot dogs, baked beans, chips, and dessert. The cost is $5 for adults, $4 for children ages 4 to 12, and free for children age 3 and under.
The next chapter in the life of Exposition Park in Fort Dodge will be unveiled this week. The Recreation Services Department joined forces with the Public Art Commission to finalize a plan for the park, which has been in the development stages since 2019. At 4 p.m. Thursday there will ...
The local dentist office once known as Clay & Associates is now Fort Dodge Dental Associates. And while the name has changed, the dentists, other dental providers, office staff and location remain unchanged. “I am happy to announce Clay & Associates will be changing our name to Fort Dodge Dental Associates,” Dr. John Clay said in a written statement. “Although the name is changing, the same high quality dental care will continue with Dr. Tyler Wallingford and myself for the foreseeable future. We are also excited to welcome Dr. Collin Sexton to our wonderful team starting in ...
