Frontier Days 2026 got its formal start Friday evening with patriotic music, a few recollections about the parade marshal and some dance moves. An opening ceremony was held at 5 p.m. at the Fort Museum and Frontier Village. The Fort Dodge Choral Society got things started with ...
The Fort Dodge Public Library, 424 Central Ave.,will hold board game afternoons from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays throughout June, July, and August for casual board game afternoons at the library. Bring your own or play ours. For more information contact the library at 515-573-8167 ext. 6233 ...
For a variety of reasons, summer is often a difficult time to meet the nutritional needs of families in a community. The three United Methodist churches in Fort Dodge are ready to help. In an initiative focusing on both philanthropy and fellowship, the 2026 United Methodist Summer Meal ...
Fort Dodge Public Library, 424 Central Ave., has scheduled events for June. • 10 a.m. on June 13 DIY Beaded Planter Stakes & Flower Pot Painting Create your own decorative beaded planter stakes and paint a flower pot to brighten up your home or garden. • 6 p.m. on June ...
The company that city officials say is buying the sports pavilion at Corridor Plaza failed to make eight payments in a timely manner and has not reported some other required financial data, according to a notice of forfeiture approved by the City Council. In the opinion of city leaders, that ...
The Messenger is seeking nominations for its annual publication called Hometown Pride. 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 had some ...