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Fire at Van Diest Supply Co. quickly extinguished
Local News
WEBSTER CITY — On Wednesday, the Webster City Fire Department received a call for a fire at a building within the Van Diest Supply Co. Engine 33 initially responded to the call, with Ladder 31, Rescue 35, and Truck 30 assisting. Upon arrival, Engine 33 found smoke showing from the bay ...
Go and Do: June 12, 2026
Local News
Around the area LEHIGH — The Lehigh Methodist Church will serve its Second Sunday Supper from 5 to 7 p.m. SUNDAY. The menu includes pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw, dessert and a drink, for a freewill donation. HUMBOLDT — Humboldt Farmer’s Market is 8 a.m. to noon SATURDAY in ...
Heartland Hope & Homes buys building
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Heartland Hope & Homes, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting housing opportunities, finally owns its own building in downtown Fort Dodge. The organization announced Wednesday that it has purchased the building at 118 N. 12th St. from the Steven G. and Carol J. Pederson ...
The Messenger seeks freelancers
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If you want to make an impact in your community, and have a front row seat for all of its activities and developments, The Messenger has an opportunity for you. The Messenger is seeking freelance writers and photographers who will be responsible for a variety of news and feature stories. ...
