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‘We’re talking about saving lives’

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More than 83 percent of Webster County voters who voted last March wanted to make EMS an essential service. Nearly a year later, those emergency service providers are still waiting on access to the funding approved by the voters. “I know the dollar sign is important, but we’re ...

News of Record: Jan. 14, 2026

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Police Log FORT DODGE Monday An animal complaint was reported in the 1400 block of Third Avenue South. A fight was reported in the 100 block of North 10th Street. A traffic hazard was reported in the 100 block of Kenyon Road. Harassment was reported in the 2400 block of Fifth Avenue ...

Deputies seek shooting suspects

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DAYTON — The Webster County Sheriff’s Office is seeking two men in connection with a shooting incident late last month in Dayton that caused property damage, but no injuries. The Sheriff’s Office reported that Jose Perez, 33, of Lehigh, is wanted on charges of intimidation with a ...

Fort Dodge announces FOG and cross-connection compliance program

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After 12 years of relying on voluntary community self-monitoring for fats, oils, and grease (FOG) and cross-connection (backflow prevention) programs, the city of Fort Dodge is implementing a formal regulatory program to ensure consistent compliance with federal, state, and local requirements ...

Taking center stage with Carlos Cervantes

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For Carlos Cervantes, it’s simple. “I want people to know me as a man of fe (faith) and alegria (joy),” Cervantes said. “And a man of musica (music).” Cervantes, a senior at Fort Dodge Senior High School, has enjoyed his time as a Dodger, whether it be in band, on stage, singing, ...