The concept of property was at the root of much of the discussion when local lawmakers and residents came together Saturday morning for an Eggs and Issues forum. The potential for taking property by eminent domain and the taxing of property are major issues facing the Iowa legislature this ...
Some of the 1,800 Iowa Army National Guard soldiers now in the Middle East are returning home earlier than planned. About 250 soldiers of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division, are coming back because they are no longer needed overseas, according to an announcement from the ...
The Better Way Project, an initiative launched by a group of local real estate investors who wish to help revitalize downtown Fort Dodge, has purchased the building at 1012 Central Ave. Originally known as The Arcadian, the building is reputed to be the first shopping mall in Fort Dodge. ...
A former floral shop in Fort Dodge is now being renovated to bring a new childcare option to the community. Construction crews are busy turning the old Becker Florist location at 407 Kenyon Road into the Sprouts Early Education and Development School. The center will likely open this ...