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Former county official joins Growth Alliance staff

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Former Webster County Recorder Lindsay Laufersweiler has been named the new community engagement director of the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance. “We’re excited to welcome Lindsay to the Growth Alliance team,” said Astra Ferris, the organization’s chief executive officer. “In ...

Dayton Community Club plans fundraiser

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DAYTON — The Dayton Community Club will hold its membership drive and fundraiser meal from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m Feb. 22 in the Dayton Community Center. The menu will be chili and a baked potato bar. Free will donations will be accepted. All proceeds from the meal will be used for playground ...

FDSH students to build She Sheds

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The SkillsUSA club at Fort Dodge Senior High School is holding a unique fundraiser this spring The club, led by Industrial Technology teacher Jeremiah Reed, is looking to design and build She Sheds for those in the city that want to add a unique addition to their property. The sheds come in ...

Reward increased again in shooting case

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The reward for information leading to the arrest of a suspect in a January shooting in Fort Dodge has been increased again. Webster County Crimestoppers is offering $750 to help secure the arrest of Davontrez R. McCuddin, 22, of Fort Dodge. McCuddin is wanted for attempt to commit murder ...

FD man arrested after chase ends in crash

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A driver who led police on a pursuit through Fort Dodge at speeds of up to 80 miles per hour early Friday morning is charged with a long list of offenses. Connor A. Albright, 20, of 1611 8 1/2 Ave. N., was arrested by Fort Dodge police after the 2020 Kia Soul he was driving went off the road ...

Cleared for takeoff

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The Fort Dodge Regional Airport will soon offer flights Monday through Friday to Denver, Colorado. The new United Express flights will be operated by SkyWest Airlines and begin May 21. “We are excited for the additional access these flights to Denver will provide and are beyond grateful ...