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News of record: Oct. 1, 2025
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Magistrate Court WEBSTER COUNTY Tuesday Driving while barred — Bryan D. Messerly, 62, 2416 18th Ave. N., preliminary hearing waived. Domestic abuse assault, second offense — Courtney J. Johnson, 35, 252 Ave. M West, preliminary hearing waived, no contact order issued. Operating ...
Manson Chamber to host chili cookoff with a fall twist
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MANSON — Anyone who attends the Manson Chamber of Commerce Chili Cookoff this Saturday will find plenty of chili to sample and a whole lot more. Chamber member and organizer Kim Hoefing said one of her goals is to make the annual event more fall oriented. “We’re hoping to integrate ...
Taking Center Stage with Emma Connelly
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When you ask Emma Connelly why she is involved in so many activities at Fort Dodge Senior High, her answer is simple — “why not?” The senior enjoys the activities, yet loves to help her evolve as a person. “The truth is, that it pushes me to grow, not just as an actor, but as a ...
Man enters plea in violent break-in case
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A man accused of being part of a violent break-in during which a woman was assaulted has entered a guilty plea that will spare him further jail time, according to court records. David S. Dayton, 39, of Fort Dodge, was initially charged with first-degree burglary. He pleaded guilty to assault ...
‘Inclusion starts with I and needs us’
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HUMBOLDT — Braiden Swanson, a senior at Humboldt High School, heard a quote last summer at a leadership conference that stuck with him. “‘Inclusion starts with I and needs us,’” said Swanson. “We all face hardships day in and day out. I just want people to understand that a ...