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King Band concert Sunday

The Karl L. King Municipal Band will continue its 2024 summer season on Sunday with a concert beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Karl L. King Band Shell in Oleson Park. There is no admission charge, with these concerts being provided by the City of Fort Dodge. Jerrold P. Jimmerson is the conductor ...

Manson Greater Crater Days ready to make an impact

MANSON — A few changes are in store for this year’s Manson Greater Crater Days celebration, but a full schedule of fun remains intact. Set for June 28-30, the celebration will feature a myriad of events spread across three days, including truck pulls, fireworks, kids activities,  the ...

Queen of bees

If you ask Britta McCollum “Why bees?” she will have a quick answer. “Why not?” The current Iowa Central Community College student and Fort Dodge native has risen up the ranks of the state’s apiculture or beekeeping trade. From a humble beginning at age 14, McCollum and her ...

King Band salutes Flag Day Sunday

The Karl L. King Municipal Band will continue its 2024 summer season on Sunday evening with a concert at the Karl L. King Band Shell in Oleson Park. Concert time is 7:30 p.m. There is no admission charge, courtesy of the city of Fort Dodge. The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will again be ...

Lehigh River Days ready to roll

LEHIGH — Lehigh River Days continues to grow, and this year will be no exception, offering more activities and affordable entertainment for families. “There should be plenty for people to do all weekend long,” said Sadie Andersen, president of the Lehigh River Days Committee, “and ...

King Band to open summer season Sunday

The Karl L. King Municipal Band of Fort Dodge will open its 2024 summer season on Sunday evening at the Karl L. King Band Shell in Oleson Park. Concert time is 7:30 p.m., and will be preceded by an ice cream social, served by the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, starting around 6:30 p.m. These ...