Nominations for Hometown Pride wanted
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 fascinating experiences they’re willing to talk about. The Messenger would like to highlight them in the annual magazine. If you know someone worth featuring in this publication, please send some information about them and ways to contact them to bshea@messengernews.net.
Turek, Hinson, Feenstra win in Webster County
Webster County primary election voters joined voters across the state to make Josh Turek and Ashley Hinson the Democratic and Republican nominees for the United States Senate. U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra, R-Hull, carried Webster County in his quest for the Republican nomination for governor as ...
Local candidates were unopposed for nominations
Candidates for various Webster County positions coasted to their party’s nominations with no opposition during Tuesday’s primary election. County Attorney Darren Driscoll, a Democrat, won 1,129 votes. He has no primary opponent and no general election foe. He was appointed to serve as county attorney in February 2018 to replace Jennifer Benson. He won his first term in the November 2018 general election and was reelected in 2022. County Treasurer Brenda Angstrom, a Democrat, is also completely unopposed, with no primary or general election competition. She won 1,161 votes ...
The Messenger seeks freelancers
If you want to make an impact in your community, and have a front row seat for all of its activities and developments, The Messenger has an opportunity for you. The Messenger is seeking freelance writers and photographers who will be responsible for a variety of news and feature stories. Their work will be published online and in print. These are remote work opportunities with flexible schedules. If you are interested please send a resume and a few samples of your work to Editor Bill Shea at bshea@messengernews.net.
News of Record: June 3, 2026
Police Log FORT DODGE Monday A welfare check was conducted in the 600 block of North 15th Street. A suspicious person was reported in the 1300 block of South 27th Street. A disabled vehicle was reported in the 100 block of Avenue M West. A sex offender violation was reported at Second Avenue North and 10th Street. An animal complaint was reported at First Avenue South and 20th Street. Child neglect was reported in the 900 block of Third Avenue North. Illegal dumping was reported in the 2800 block of Fifth Avenue South. A vehicle accident was reported in the 3000 block ...