With gas prices rising and the costs of flying adding up, this summer just might be an opportune time to spend a few vacation hours revisiting some local spots of interest. » Full Story

CLARE — By the time former Clare resident Kevin Prochaska leaves at the end of this week, he’ll likely need a splint on his writing hand. » Full Story

WEBSTER CITY — Flower Show results are provided for ‘‘The Tales of Peter Rabbit,’’ the 2008 Miniature Flower Show held June 28 at the Hamilton County Iowa State University Extension office in Webster » Full Story

Life is sweet for Alice Westling — especially when her flowers bloom. » Full Story

Summer gives folks time to sit back and relax, with the warm sun gently ...

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Smack. » Full Story

DAKOTA CITY — To help celebrate the 150-year anniversary, an inaugural Dakota City Flower Garden Walk will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. » Full Story

Randy Kuhlman was named president of the Fort Dodge Noon Rotary Club at the June 30 meeting.

Kuhlman said the 2008-2009 year will be a busy one for the club. » Full Story

A Domestic/Sexual Assault Outreach Center fundraiser for helping victims of domestic violence and or sexual assault in Calhoun County will be Saturday at Twin Lakes State Park in Calhoun County. » Full Story

William “Bill” Funnemark was named the Air Force Association’s Fort Dodge Chapter Teacher of the Year for 2007-2008 for his excellence in the classroom, in the spirit of Christa McAuliffe and in recog » Full Story

SOMERS — A retirement party for Andy Birkland will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Somers Community Building. » Full Story