We are getting notices for more and more subcommittee meetings as we work on bills and proposals coming through our committees. Some of the topics worked on this week include the hands-fee bill discussed by Gov. Kim Reynolds, judicial issues and reforming county supervisor districts. While we ...
Among organizations that step up to meet the needs of people, the Community Health Center of Fort Dodge is in a class by itself. Since it opened in 2006, the center has been steadily growing, both in terms of the services it provides and the geographic area it serves And now it is growing ...
To the editor: I have had the privilege of working as a substitute teacher for Fort Dodge Community Schools since September of 2024. I have been in every building, some more than others. There are some pretty amazing things going on in each building. On Jan. 11, 2025, Middle School Assistant ...
The bridge that connects the two halves of Lehigh across the Des Moines River is nearing the end of its useful life. It is going to have to be replaced and doing so is going to cost big bucks. Those are inescapable facts. But here’s some good news: Webster County leaders have been able to ...
The first week of the legislative session is traditionally filled with ceremony, and this year was no different. House members were sworn in Monday morning; seat selection in the chamber was in the afternoon. Tuesday evening, Gov. Kim Reynolds delivered the Condition of the State address. Our ...
As the holiday season draws to a close each year, The Messenger’s writing staff embarks on a challenging adventure — producing a comprehensive look at how a wide array of developments in our region are shaping tomorrow. While every issue of this newspaper is filled with articles, features ...