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Thanksgiving event succeeds
December 7, 2012 To the editor: The way people come together to help others really says a lot about a community. Curt Olson was a dedicated volunteer for the past four years helping us serve our Thanksgiving meal. more »»
A letter to say ‘thank you’
December 7, 2012 To the editor: It is now over a week since Thanksgiving and I had not yet observed any public “thank you” to the generous folks who put on the free Thanksgiving meals and the volunteers that help to... more »»
Enjoy the lights
December 5, 2012 To the editor: Here we are again — another year of my Christmas light display, the 28th year. more »»
Holiday Lighting is a success
December 3, 2012 To the editor: The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance would like to thank the many businesses, organizations and volunteers that helped with the annual Holiday Lighting. more »»
National Day of Service succeeds
December 2, 2012 To the editor: I want to personally thank everyone who donated items during our recent food, toy, clothing and cell phone drive. more »»
‘A class act by all’
November 29, 2012 To the editor: I wanted to take this opportunity to thank The Messenger for its great coverage of the Olympic swimmers and the clinic they put on for our youths. more »»
Questions city’s approach
November 27, 2012 To the editor: I cannot believe that the city is planning to put brick “bump outs” on yet another street (First Avenue North). They do nothing to make downtown Fort Dodge more inviting. more »»
A class says ‘thank you’
November 26, 2012 To the editor: As we graduate from the Fall Citizen’s Academy Class, we would like to thank the many businesses and organizations that provided our class with delicious meals each Tuesday night as... more »»
‘I had a thought’
November 26, 2012 To the editor: After retiring from nursing, I started volunteering at The Salvation Army. more »»
Angel Ride succeeds
November 23, 2012 To the editor: The Angel Ride to Save the Tatas finished up another awesome year. On Oct. more »»
YSC fundraiser a success
November 21, 2012 To the editor: On Nov. 10, Youth Shelter Care of North Central Iowa Inc. hosted its very first omelet breakfast fundraiser where Santa paid a visit for photos. more »»
Reflects on Jerry Patterson
November 21, 2012 To the editor: The baseball world feels emptier after I learned of the passing of Mr. Baseball, Jerry Patterson. more »»
Thanks for the great times
November 17, 2012 To the editor: This is an open letter to the management and staff at Hy-Vee and Applebee’s. more »»
Local vets treated well
November 17, 2012 To the editor: On the behalf of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1856 and all veterans in the greater Fort Dodge area, we would like to thank the businesses that provided free meals to veterans in hono... more »»
Patterson leaves his mark
November 16, 2012 To the editor: No doubt that Jerry Patterson has left his mark on baseball in Fort Dodg. more »»
Losing a legend
November 16, 2012 To the editor: We lost a Fort Dodge icon when Jerry Patterson passed away. Great job, sports team, for the great articles on this man — or, should I say, legend. more »»
Lauds support professionals
November 15, 2012 To the editor: Wednesday was Education Support Professionals Day. ESP’s are people who make a difference in the lives of public school children each day. more »»
Saddened by loss of Patterson
November 15, 2012 To the editor: I was saddened to learn of the passing of Jerry Patterson. Every town should be so lucky to have someone like Jerry. more »»
Laments the loss of Patterson
November 14, 2012 To the editor: The passing of Jerry Patterson brings forth bittersweet emotions. Here was a man who committed his entire life to bettering his fellow mankind. more »»
A Character Counts thank you
November 12, 2012 To the editor: Your kindness, generosity and donations have made a huge difference to area families in need. more »» |
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