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Larson declares candidacy for state House

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An Odebolt resident who launched a primary election challenge to former state Rep. Mike Sexton last year is seeking the Iowa House seat he recently vacated. Wendy Larson has announced her candidacy for the House District 7 seat. That district includes Calhoun, Pocahontas and Sac counties plus ...

Cruise to the Woods is Sunday

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The annual Cruise to the Woods that brings about 1,000 classic and custom cars to Webster County will be held Sunday. The cars will be on display at Lizard Creek Ranch, 1762 Johnson Ave. About 1,200 vehicles are expected, according to Barb Briggs, an organizer of the event. Those ...

Shutdown threatens National Guard pay

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Iowa Army National Guard soldiers currently deployed to the Middle East face the prospect of missing paychecks while the federal government is shut down. The Iowa National Guard will also have to furlough a significant number of civilian employees during the shutdown. However, the shutdown ...

Go and Do: Oct. 3, 2025

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Around the area MANSON — Pumpkin Fest is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. SATURDAY and 1 to 5 p.m. SUNDAY at Twin Lakes Bible Camp, 7718 Twin Lakes Road, Manson. A wristband is $7 and zipline rides are $5. LAKE CITY — Lake City Union Church Women will hold an Ice Cream Social from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ...

Ready for sports action

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The Pavilion Sports Complex was officially unveiled to the public on Wednesday, as Fort Dodge’s newest facility is set to usher in a new era for athletics and activities. The city of Fort Dodge and the Pavilion along with the Ambassadors of the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance held a ...