As a group of about 25 volunteers gathered at Richardson Landing along the Des Moines River Saturday morning for the annual Webster County River Cleanup, Webster County Conservation Naturalist Karen Hansen gave part of the day’s orientation. It concerned how many garbage bags they might ...
The Community Health Center of Fort Dodge announced that Dr. Aparnaa Upadhyaya has joined the organization as dental director, bringing more than a decade of clinical leadership and public health experience to the role. As dental director, Upadhyaya leads clinical operations, provider development, and quality and safety initiatives, while guiding strategic efforts to expand access to comprehensive dental care throughout north central Iowa. Prior to joining the Community Health Center, Upadhyaya spent more than 11 years at a federally qualified health center in Chattanooga, Tennessee, ...
The Fort Dodge Public Library Board of Trustees will meet at 3:30 p.m. Monday in the conference room of the library, 424 Central Ave.
BARNUM — When Manson Northwest Webster Elementary School students return to class on Monday, they’ll go into the building through a revamped main entrance. And when it’s time for recess they’ll head to an all-new playground without having to worry about crossing an access drive to get ...
Every two seconds, someone’s life relies on a blood transfusion. Those in need range from burn victims to surgery patients to those fighting deadly diseases. This September, LifeServe is honoring those fighting childhood cancer and sickle cell disease. Blood transfusions are essential parts of the treatment process for both diseases. Nearly a quarter of all donated blood is used by cancer patients, while those suffering from sickle cell disease may need up to 100 blood transfusions each year. The only way to ensure patients have access to these lifesaving treatments is through ...
Magistrate Court WEBSTER COUNTY Friday Driving while barred — David E. Peck, 35, 1102 Junior Court, failed to appear, arrest warrant issued; Sharon M. O’Connor, 49, 1911 S. 11th St., failed to appear, arrest warrant issued. Operate vehicle without owner’s consent — Sharon M. O’Connor, 49, 1911 S. 11th St., failed to appear, arrest warrant issued. Possession of a controlled substance, marijuana, first offense — Sharon M. O’Connor, 49, 1911 S.11th St., failed to appear, arrest warrant issued. Assault causing bodily injury or mental illness — Sharon M. O’Connor, 49, ...
