The Webster County Jail is so small that sometimes an inmate has to be released to make room for another inmate. And the Law Enforcement Center at 702 First Ave. S. that the jail is located in has constant problems. The basement locker rooms flood. The fire alarm goes off for no reason. ...
Three Fort Dodge churches are providing free hot meals for students and families from 5 to 6:30 p.m. each Sunday through Aug. 16. The churches are Epworth United Methodist, 2025 11th Ave. S.; First United Methodist, 1002 First Ave. N.; and Trinity United Methodist, 838 N. 25th St.
Justin and Zach Wallace grew up in the dirt. Not playing in it, but riding it. The brothers were on motorcycles before they knew how to ride. “I was two and a half years old when I got on a PW50,” Justin said. “I was out there riding with training wheels on. “I always heard ...
The bridge on the road through Dolliver Memorial State Park has been closed for repairs, according to the Webster County Road Department. The bridge is expected to be closed through July 17. Vehicles can still enter the park from the north and south ends.
Throughout the long history of the community, people with connections to Fort Dodge have made an impact. Some were Fort Dodge natives. Others moved to the community. They made an impact locally, across the state and the nation in a wide range of careers. For a community of its size, ...
