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EMS open houses planned for next week

Emergency medical services providers throughout Webster County will hold a series of open houses next week. These events are being held so that the public can meet their local providers, see their buildings and equipment, and learn more about the services. Here is the schedule of open houses. Monday • 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Badger Fire Department • 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Otho Fire Department. A freewill donation taco bar will be offered. Tuesday • 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Southwest Webster Emergency Medical Service in Gowrie, joined by the Callender and Harcourt fire departments. There ...

Former Humboldt fire chief laid to rest

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News of Record: May 15, 2026

Police Log FORT DODGE Wednesday A robbery was reported in the 200 block of North 12th Street. Disorderly conduct was reported in the 2500 block of Fifth Avenue South. Criminal mischief was reported in the 2000 block of 10th Avenue North. A hit and run accident was reported in the 1500 block of Sixth Avenue North. An alcohol or tobacco violation was reported in the 800 block of North 25th Street. A theft was reported in the 2200 block of Ninth Avenue South. A vehicle accident was reported in the 300 block of Second Avenue South. A parking complaint was reported in the ...

Go and Do: May 15, 2026

In Fort Dodge FORT DODGE — Local law enforcement officers will be raising money for Special Olympics from 6 a.m. to noon TODAY at Dunkin’, 2520 Fifth Ave. S. Every dollar raised helps provide opportunities, training, and competition for Special Olympics athletes throughout Iowa. Donors can receive a free doughnut, iced or hot coffee, or a koozie, based on the amount donated. FORT DODGE — First United Methodist Church, First Avenue North and 10th Street, will hold a rummage and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. TODAY and 9 a.m. to noon SATURDAY. Enter the church on the west side ...

St. Edmond seniors honored