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Webster City FFA chapter receives national FFA honor

WEBSTER CITY — The Webster City FFA chapter has been recognized in the 2026 National Chapter Award Program from the National FFA Organization. It was given a three-star ranking. Less than 10 percent of chapters nationwide are given a ranking from the National FFA Organization. "The ...

News of Record: Sept. 5, 2026

Magistrate Court WEBSTER COUNTY Friday Violation of parole — Justin R. Ebner, 26, 233 J St., transferred to Parole Board. Second degree burglary — Allen W. Nagle, 77, 1809 First Ave. S., preliminary hearing set for Sept. 14, no contact order issued. Third degree criminal mischief — Allen W. Nagle, 77, 1809 First Ave. S., preliminary hearing set for Sept. 14. Driving while license suspended — Wallace F. Brady III, 57, 613 Ave. C, trial set for Oct. 14. Mark G. Hughes, 22, Harcourt, continued 180 days. Failure to provide proof of financial liability, accident — ...

Dayton Rodeo goes to school

Members of the Dayton Rodeo visited Dayton Elementary on Friday to give students a firsthand look at what the rodeo is all about. They also surprised every student with a free ticket to this year’s rodeo.

From India to Iowa

Originally from India, Bhavin Patel believes it was his “destiny” to settle in Fort Dodge and become the newest owner and manager of Tom Thumb Drive-In restaurant, located at 1412 A St. West next to U.S. Highway 169. Tom Thumb was owned and operated by the same Fort Dodge family for ...

No paper Monday due to the holiday

The Messenger will not be published on Monday in commemoration of the Labor Day holiday. Check www.messengernews.net over the weekend for breaking news. The office will be open normal hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday. The Messenger will resume publication on Tuesday.