Which came first, the chicken or the egg? This has been a topic of debate for a very long time. There are other arguments surrounding eggs as well, like whether brown eggs are better than white eggs, farm-fresh vs. store-bought and if eggs should be washed or not. The list goes on and on. ...
In every town there are special people who contribute to the success of the community through the giving things they do. These folks — whose selfless contributions make life better for others in their hometowns — sometimes go unacknowledged. That’s unfortunate because many of the people ...
To the editor: Once again, the annual Oakland Cemetery Walk this year was a success. The Friends of Oakland Cemetery would like to thank: The Ann Smeltzer Charitable Trust, Gunderson Funeral Home, Rees Truck & Trailer, Judy Warrick Center, Shimkat Motor Co., Mikos & Matt Furniture, ...
Otitis externa, or “swimmer’s ears,” is the inflammation of the outer ear. With summer here, providers and parents alike can expect to see a rise in this condition. Swimmers’ ears can be caused by moisture or bacterial/fungal overgrowth in the ear. Swimming, sweating and even being in ...
A proposal from Skywest Charter offers an intriguing possibility for keeping commercial jet service at Fort Dodge Regional Airport. We feel the U.S. Department of Transportation should act on it without further delay. Some might ask, “What’s the big deal? There are jets that say Skywest ...
To the editor: The 18th annual Swing for a Cure golf outing was held on June 9 this year at the Fort Dodge Country Club. We had 36 teams that enjoyed the fun-filled day. The outpouring of generosity and support this event receives year after year is a wonderful tribute to this community’s ...