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Editorial

Talking while driving a hazard to all

It’s an all too common sight on Iowa roads: a driver with a phone pressed to their ear, chatting away while their vehicle weaves in and out of its lane. Such action could be the beginning of a crash and, in a worst case scenario, a tragedy. Just how bad is this kind of distracted driving ...

Corn still fuels Iowa’s economy

Corn production has been a key factor in the Iowa economy for more than 150 years. The state’s 21st-century economy is characterized by increasing diversity. Agriculture, however, remains a powerhouse. There can be little doubt that corn remains of critical importance. The renewable fuels ...

Catholic schools serve area well

There has been a Catholic school system in Fort Dodge for almost as long as this town has been in existence. There are other towns in the area The Messenger serves that can make similar claims. Catholic education got underway in Fort Dodge more than 160 years ago. The first Catholic school ...

Health Center steps up again to aid Wright County residents

For the second time in as many years, it looked like a Wright County community was going to be left without a local dentist. Once again, the Community Health Center of Fort Dodge has stepped into the gap, preparing to give Clarion not only a local dentist, but convenient access to primary ...

Eggs and Issues is democracy in action

Interaction between citizens and the officials they elect to represent them is crucial to a democracy. Citizens must be able to tell the officials what they want and what they don’t want. They must also be able to hold the officials accountable for their actions. The elected officials ...

Celebrating Lutheran Schools Week

Students at St. Paul Lutheran School will have a bit more than the usual class work this week. That’s because the Fort Dodge school will observe Lutheran Schools Week. Among other things, there will be an Awards Chapel. And on Friday and Saturday, the St. Paul Saints will host an annual ...