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News of record: March 3, 2026
News of record
Police log FORT DODGE Sunday Disorderly conduct was reported in the 300 block of South Fourth Street. A theft was reported in the 3000 block of First Avenue South. Harassment was reported in the 600 block of South 22nd Street. An animal complaint was reported in the 800 block of ...
Iowa troops continue to return
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The military operations against Iran have apparently not affected Iowa Army National Guard soldiers deployed in the Middle East, many of whom are returning home early. About 1,800 troops — including members of the Fort Dodge based Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st Battalion, 194th ...
Man pleads guilty in Kossuth Co. pursuit
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ALGONA — A man who led law enforcement officers on a vehicle pursuit in northern Kossuth County in January has entered a guilty plea that will apparently spare him from prison, according to court records. Jose L. Renteria, 41, of Lakota, pleaded guilty to eluding, second or subsequent ...
Meyer to seek reelection
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State Rep. Ann Meyer has filed her nominating petitions to run for a fifth term this year. The Fort Dodge Republican said that during her first four terms she has produced legislative successes and has been responsive to the needs of constituents. “I think we’re doing good things in the ...
An unexpected stage
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Linus Areblad came to Iowa Central Community College from Sweden for the school’s competitive swimming program, but an unexpected opportunity pulled him out of the pool and onto the stage, where he recently made his theater debut in “The Prince of Egypt.” Areblad, a 21-year-old ...