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Throwing money at very bad bets
December 5, 2012 Solyndra may be the most well-known example of federal fiscal ineptitude, but another company’s trouble after receiving hundreds of millions of federal dollars is making its way into the public eye. more »»
Show your support for area businesses: shop locally
December 4, 2012 In a way, it is Christmas 365 days a year here in our area. That is because many local businesses rely on holiday-season sales to make it through the rest of the year. more »»
Physical plant and equipment levy warrants support
December 3, 2012 After just a bit less than a month, it’s time to go to the polls once again. more »»
Farm News Ag Show should not be missed
December 2, 2012 Even those with the most casual interest in agriculture will want to be on hand when the 11th annual Farm News Ag Show kicks off Wednesday at the Career Education Building on the Iowa Central... more »»
Iowa Central students show spirit of giving
December 1, 2012 The cynics in our world are quick to assert that college students live in a self-indulgent, self-centered world where truly being a part of the community where the college is located is simply not a... more »»
Coats for Kids helps keep winter at bay
December 1, 2012 It’s hard to imagine facing an Iowa winter without a warm coat. Sadly, some area youngsters could be confronted with just that prospect in these difficult economic times. more »»
The Santa Cops are at it again
November 30, 2012 The Santa Cops project is a delightful effort to make the holiday season a bit brighter for area youngsters whose families need a hand up to make this time of year as merry as it should be. more »»
Celebrating 4-H achievements
November 29, 2012 The Webster County 4-H Leaders Recognition and 4-H Awards Banquet was Sunday at the Best Western Starlite Village in Fort Dodge. more »»
Are they applying double standard?
November 27, 2012 President Barack Obama and liberals in Congress don’t seem to worry about low- and moderate-income Americans who may suffer from government schemes to curb climate change. more »»
Veterans deserve better support
November 26, 2012 Veterans Day may not have been viewed as a symbol of our nation’s commitment to those who have served in the military by nearly 900,000 of them — veterans who have been forced to wait, sometimes for... more »»
Bill Northey keeps in touch with Iowans
November 25, 2012 Bill Northey, Iowa’s secretary of agriculture, is determined to keep faith with his pledge to visit all 99 Iowa counties each year to meet with Iowans to discuss the future of agriculture. more »»
Local businesses ready to meet shoppers’ needs
November 23, 2012 As you scour the stores in search of the perfect Christmas gift, ask yourself: Where is money my going? Local stores are offering rock-bottom prices on an unparalleled selection of excellent gifts. more »»
It’s a day to give thanks
November 22, 2012 Sometimes in America, it seems as if we actually enjoy advertising our trials and difficulties. There really were trying times in the early days of our nation. more »»
U.S. 20 completion is on the horizon
November 21, 2012 Oct. 19, 1958: The first segment of the U.S. Highway 20 expressway opened east of Moville. more »»
CERT volunteers play a vital role
November 18, 2012 Disasters often strike without warning. In such circumstances, community members are called upon to step up and assist their compatriots. Beginning De. more »»
The bells toll for thee
November 17, 2012 The sound of bells signals that The Salvation Army Kettle Campaign is once again in full swing. more »»
Paying tribute to Jerry Patterson
November 16, 2012 Fort Dodge lost one of its iconic residents this week. Baseball icon Jerry Patterson passed away at his home on Sunday. He was 74 years old. more »»
Fiscal disaster must be avoided
November 14, 2012 The election is over. Congress, however, will have less than two months to get its act together. more »»
Swim Club event succeeds
November 13, 2012 To the editor: The Fort Dodge Swim Club was pleased to host the Mutual of Omaha Breakout Olympic Swim Clinic and banquet on Nov. more »»
Take the signs down
November 12, 2012 In the weeks leading up to the Nov. more »» |
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