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Turek, Hinson, Feenstra win in Webster County

Local News

Webster County primary election voters joined voters across the state to make Josh Turek and Ashley Hinson the Democratic and Republican nominees for the United States Senate. U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra, R-Hull, carried Webster County in his quest for the Republican nomination for governor as ...

Nominations for Hometown Pride wanted

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The Messenger is seeking nominations for its annual publication called Hometown Pride. Do you know someone who has an interesting story to tell? Perhaps they have a long track record of civic and public service. Or maybe they have an interesting and unique hobby. Or perhaps they have had some ...

News of Record: June 3, 2026

News of record

Police Log FORT DODGE Monday A welfare check was conducted in the 600 block of North 15th Street. A suspicious person was reported in the 1300 block of South 27th Street. A disabled vehicle was reported in the 100 block of Avenue M West. A sex offender violation was reported at ...

Local candidates were unopposed for nominations

Local News

Candidates for various Webster County positions coasted to their party’s nominations with no opposition during Tuesday’s primary election. County Attorney Darren Driscoll, a Democrat, won 1,129 votes. He has no primary opponent and no general election foe. He was appointed to serve as ...

The Messenger seeks freelancers

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If you want to make an impact in your community, and have a front row seat for all of its activities and developments, The Messenger has an opportunity for you. The Messenger is seeking freelance writers and photographers who will be responsible for a variety of news and feature stories. ...