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FD to offer bonuses to new police officers

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Fort Dodge will offer signing bonuses to new police officers next year in a move city leaders hope will ease recruiting challenges. The City Council approved the proposal unanimously without discussion Monday. The signing bonus, which will range from $2,500 to $10,000, will be available ...

Pot found downtown caused concern

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People were asked to stay away from a section of downtown Fort Dodge for a few hours Tuesday morning after a pot was found sitting along curb. Police took precautions just in case the object they described as an "Instant Pot type appliance' contained an explosive or was otherwise ...

‘A worthy cause’

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Stephanie Higgins, of Gowrie, came to the Operation Ornament fundraiser at the Laramar Ballroom in Fort Dodge Saturday to volunteer a bit. For Higgins, who serves in the Iowa Air National Guard, it was more than just having some hot cocoa and treats, it was a way to say thank you. “This ...

News of record: Dec. 23, 2025

News of record

Police log FORT DODGE Sunday An animal complaint was reported at Seventh Street and 11th Avenue North. A noise violation was reported in the 900 block of Third Avenue North. A fight was reported in the 1700 block of Second Avenue North. A welfare check was conducted in the 2500 ...