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Dungeons and Dodgers

Local Business

In medieval lore, a dungeon was a dark, dank place of isolation and imprisonment. In downtown Fort Dodge, however, a different kind of dungeon aims to encourage friendly interaction and a sense of community among its patrons. Located at 1018 Central Ave., Dungeons and Dodgers is a hobby ...

Drey recognized at SMCH

Business Briefs

LAKE CITY — Stewart Memorial Community Hospital announced that Marie Drey has been named the April Path to Excellence Award recipient in recognition of her dedication, compassion, and innovative contributions to patient care. Her journey with Stewart Memorial began as an occupational ...

Busy summer planned on FD roads

Local News

Those who drive in Fort Dodge should plan on seeing lots of orange signs and road cones this summer. Those symbols of construction zones will be found throughout the city as crews tackle an ambitious slate of projects that includes paving, a major intersection job, water main replacements ...

News of Record: May 2, 2026

News of record

Police Log FORT DODGE Thursday A burglary was reported in the 200 block of Avenue E. An animal complaint was reported in the 2700 block of North 13th Place. A fight was reported in the 1300 block of Eighth Avenue South. A shoplifter was reported in the 1200 block of First Avenue ...

Eyes on Webster County

Local News

The lack of video evidence available in the April 2025 murder of Michele “Luna” Jackson in Farnhamville prompted a discussion between area law enforcement agencies and Webster County Crimestoppers about strengthening rural public safety. Those conversations later created the Eyes on Webster ...