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There are many reasons to be a member of the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance

Joining the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance offers numerous benefits for organizations and businesses looking to grow and thrive in the Fort Dodge area. Here are some key reasons why membership can be advantageous. Networking opportunities. Members have access to a wide range of networking events, such as our quarterly Member Meet & Eat luncheons and quarterly Leading Ladies of Fort Dodge programs, and ribbon-cuttings, which provide opportunities to connect with other local business leaders and potential clients. Advocacy and representation. The Growth Alliance serves as a voice ...

Reining in Washington’s overreach

Our government is supposed to be “by the people and for the people.” Unfortunately, an obscure Supreme Court decision made four decades ago effectively handcuffed citizens and paved the way for unelected bureaucrats to extend the long arm of government into nearly every aspect of Iowans’ lives. The Chevron deference doctrine, as it became known following the 1984 ruling, gave federal agencies the power to exploit ambiguities in laws passed by Congress to grant themselves sweeping authority. If citizens sued in response, the doctrine required courts to always side with ...

Only American citizens should be allowed to vote in American elections

The right to vote forms the bedrock of our democratic republic and gives an important voice to the people — of which, by which, and for which our country was established, and President Lincoln so eloquently put during his Gettysburg Address on Nov. 19, 1863. Men and women in uniform have sacrificed their own lives to ensure that our nation could be free and that we all have the right to participate in our system of government. We can never forget their sacrifice nor take for granted the liberties and freedoms that we enjoy as Americans. The right to vote is also a unique privilege ...

Uniting our organization through our values

Caring for people — it’s what we do best. And it starts on the inside. We’ve created a culture that values every aspect of our team members’ lives. From a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, robust professional development opportunities, encouraging regular feedback from our teams and prioritizing the health and well-being of our staff — showing our people how much they matter is at the center of everything we do. Our team members — all 32,000 across the UnityPoint Health network — are brought together by our common values. Known as our FOCUS Values, ...

Let us help your new employees thrive

Do you have new employees who have started within the last 12 months? Don’t let them navigate this journey alone. Studies show that if your new employee does not feel a sense of belonging within 90 days, you could be at risk of losing them. Our Community Concierge program is here to ensure they seamlessly integrate into the community and feel right at home, strengthening your workforce and our community as a whole. Make the most of this opportunity - we want to help your new employees thrive in Fort Dodge. Step one: Contact our office today so that we can sign up your new ...

Feenstra recounts lessons from trip to Israel

Last month, I traveled to Israel to meet with government officials about the ongoing war. We walked the Kibbutzes where innocent Israelis were murdered, raped, beheaded, and tortured by Hamas terrorists and learned more of the horrifying details about the worst attack on Jews since the Holocaust. We saw firsthand the food, water, medical supplies, and other aid that Israel is actively delivering to civilians in Palestine despite unfounded outcry from Hamas apologists. My visit to Israel left me even more determined to support our strongest ally in the Middle East, disprove the ...