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News of Record: May 20, 2026
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Police Log FORT DODGE Monday A traffic hazard was reported in the 3100 block of 18th Avenue North. A hit and run accident was reported in the 1100 block of South 25th Street. A fight was reported in the 1500 block of Sixth Avenue South. A suspicious person was reported in the 1200 ...
Supervisors approve speed limit change
Local News
The Webster County Board of Supervisors approved updating speed limits on 390th Street and Union Avenue in southern Webster County Tuesday. According to Webster County Engineer Jamie Johll, the speed limits will be lowered to 45 and 35 miles per hour. “This coincides with the paving ...
Junk Days on Demand returns
Local News
The city of Fort Dodge’s popular Junk Days on Demand program is back for the sixth year, and municipal crews are ready to help residents get rid of large, bulky items. “This program has been extremely successful,” said Public Works Director Brett Daniel. “We still have junk going into ...
Listening to his body saved his life
Local News
Silvester Davis, 62, of Fort Dodge, knows how easy it can be to brush off pain and keep pushing forward — but listening to his body saved his life. In June 2024, Davis began experiencing persistent pelvic pain, which led him to seek care. It initially felt like something minor, but a ...
Nominations for Hometown Profiles sought
News Brief
The Messenger is seeking nominations for its annual publication now called Hometown Profiles. Do you know someone who has an interesting story to tell? Perhaps they have a long track record of civic and public service. Or maybe they have an interesting and unique hobby. Or perhaps they have ...