For well over a century, the Ingleside Study Club has connected women of Fort Dodge through their love of one of the world’s oldest forms of communication — reading a book. The book club — the name Ingleside means fireside, around which books were often read — was formed in October ...
To the editor: I have seen a great deal of support in The Messenger for the upcoming Iowa Central and Fort Dodge School bond issue referendums. The main supporting point made in both these questions is passage will result in “no increase in the property tax rate.” While this might be ...
To the editor: On Nov. 4, we have the opportunity to renew Iowa Central Community College’s bond without raising our property tax rate. This is simply a continuation of the current levy that has already proven its value to students, families, and taxpayers alike. At Seneca Foundry, we see ...
To the editor: Fort Dodgers are well represented in Ward 4 City Council by Kim Alstott. Kim is active and engaged in the daily issues which face the city. Councilman Alstott has a record of being accessible, understanding and responsive of citizens’ questions, issues and concerns. Kim is ...
To the editor: I finally read a letter to you that needs backup. I was very impressed with Justin Hoover. I see another money pit — Fort Dodge’s high school. The main problem is the flat roof (over) the Little Theatre and a few other parts of roof have been slanted. What did new middle ...
To the editor: To the residents of Fort Dodge Ward 3, I am encouraging you and your fellow neighbors to vote Todd McCubbin for City Council in this upcoming Nov. 4 election. Every election is an important one to cast your vote for representation at all levels, and that starts with important ...