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Sonshine Singers to present benefit concert

The Sonshine Singers, an ecumenical group of vocalists from Fort Dodge and surrounding communities, are planning a concert called “Faith, Music, & Hope” Sept. 27 at First Covenant Church, 201 Ave. H. It will start at 5 p.m. with doors opening at 4:15 p.m. For more than 20 years, this group has provided up-tempo and heart-felt anthems, all centered around the message of salvation through Jesus Christ our Lord. Those attending the concert will hear favorite songs such as “Surely the Presence,” “Midnight Cry,” and “How Great Thou Art” as well as some new anthems. ...

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Iowa Central announces 2026 Hall of Fame Class

Iowa Central Community College has announced the 2026 Triton Hall of Fame Class, with tickets now on sale for the annual Hall of Fame Banquet. The 2026 Triton Hall of Fame Banquet will be held Nov. 14, at the Triton Café on the Iowa Central campus in Fort Dodge. The annual event recognizes Distinguished Alumni, Distinguished Faculty and Staff, Triton Humanitarians, Triton Athletes and Triton Athletic Teams for their accomplishments and contributions to Iowa Central and their communities. The 2026 Hall of Fame honorees are: • Doug McDermott — Triton Humanitarian Award • ...

From first down to fractions

DAYTON — For Taylor Sherry’s second-graders at Southeast Valley Elementary School, keeping up with the NFL this fall means more than knowing which team won on Sunday. It means adding and subtracting numbers, tracking statistics, practicing writing, setting goals and learning about ...

Ernst bill headed for Trump’s desk

Cracking down on budget-busting government spending has been a priority for U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst since she announced her first campaign for the Senate more than 12 years ago. The Republican senator notched a victory in that effort Wednesday when the U.S. House of Representatives passed one ...