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Opinion

Sign up for fun at Frontier Days

Editorial

Mention Frontier Days and perhaps the first thing that comes to mind for many people is the massive parade that moves down almost the entire length of Central Avenue. It’s a signature part of a traditional three-day event that celebrates the frontier heritage of Fort Dodge and truly launches ...

Brother deserves to be re-elected as sheriff

Letters to the Editor

To the editor: This letter is to encourage all Webster County residents to vote in the primary on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. A particularly important vote will take place that day, the re-election of Webster County Sheriff Luke Fleener. My brother’s story starts in Dayton, Iowa. Being from a ...

In honor of National Volunteer Week, April 21-27

Local Columns

As the world grappled with the challenges and uncertainties brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, one thing became increasingly clear: the importance of community and compassion. In the face of adversity, individuals and organizations alike stepped up to offer support and assistance, ...

Earth Day unites more than it divides

Editorial

The late 1960s were turbulent years in America. It was a time of rapid change when young protesters expressed disillusionment with many aspects of the world their elders had built. The divisions in society that emerged from those conflicts decades ago still haunt our society in the 21st ...

Wants Fleener back as sheriff

Letters to the Editor

To the editor: There’s no question Luke Fleener has been an outstanding sheriff. His commitment to the safety and protection of every citizen of Webster County is deeply felt by Sheriff Fleener and is reflected in the administration of his office. His passion to protect children from ...

Brushy Creek State Recreation Area to get $2 million in upgrades

Editorial

Brushy Creek State Recreation Area has something to offer for everyone who likes to get outside for some fun and relaxation. The sprawling 6,000 acre park in southeastern Webster County offers plenty of room to ride your horse or your mountain bike. Its massive lake beckons people to go ...