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Near white-out conditions seen in rural areas

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By LORI BERGLUND “Stay home and stay safe" is the recommendation coming from Webster County Engineer Jamie Johll as a blizzard warning remains in effect until 6 a.m. Saturday, to be followed by wind chill warnings for the next several days. Local snowplow drivers don’t ...

Local lawmakers welcome Reynolds’ plans

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On topics as diverse as tax cuts to health care for new mothers, lawmakers representing Webster County liked what they heard from Gov. Kim Reynolds Tuesday evening. Reynolds, a Republican, outlined her priorities for the 2024 legislative session during her Condition of the State ...

Johnson to take plea in 2016 Preston murder

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The upcoming trial for a Dayton man charged with first-degree murder has been canceled and a plea agreement has been reached, according to court records. Christopher Todd Johnson, 49, was arrested nearly a year ago and charged with first-degree murder in the 2016 homicide of 51-year-old ...

Berryhill Center may join effort to improve care

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The UnityPoint Health - Berryhill Center is poised to become part of a federal demonstration project intended to improve programming and outcomes for Iowans needing mental health care. UnityPoint Health announced Wednesday that the Fort Dodge facility is among 11 in Iowa deemed eligible to ...

News of record: Jan. 11, 2024

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Police Logs FORT DODGE Tuesday Harassment was reported. A car accident was reported at Fifth Avenue South and Quail Avenue. A car accident was reported at South 15th Street and Fourth Avenue South. A scam was reported. Harassment was reported in the 1100 block of Fourth Avenue North. A ...

From Our Files: January 2009

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-Messenger file photo Prairie Valley’s Brayton Taylor battles West Hancock’s Michael Tlach during the St. Edmond Duals. Prairie Valley had a perfect 5-0 to win the six-team event.