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2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE 3 Preschool & KindergartenTransitional • Minimum 2 Hours of Reading Instruction Every Day Middle Schools • Grade Level CommunitiesLearning • State-of-the-Art Technology • Numerous Clubs & Athletics High Schools • Over 200 Courses Offered • Iowa Central Community College Classes Offered Onsite • 25+ Clubs & 21 Athletic Teams Fort Dodge Community Schools 104 South 17th Street • www.fdschools.org • 515-576-1161 large needs students opportunities and Elementary Schools • Neighborhood Based • Early Learning Center for Preschool & Transitional Kindergarten • Minimum 2 Hours of Reading Instruction Every Day Middle Schools • Grade Level Learning Communities State-of-the-Art Technology Numerous Clubs & Athletics High Schools • Over 200 Courses Offered • Iowa Central Community College Classes Offered Onsite 25+ Clubs & 21 Athletic Teams Community Schools Street • www.fdschools.org • 515-576-1161 109 North 25th Street • 515-576-1161 • www.fdschools.org • Early Childhood Center • 4 Elementary Schools • Middle School • Senior High Fort Dodge Community School District # proud2bFD We offer the advantages of both a large and small school focusing on the needs of each child while providing students with numerous academic opportunities focused on 21st century learning and extra-curricular activities. WHAT WE DO RETAIN EXISTING BUSINESS PARTNER IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS HELP DEVELOP A SKILLED WORKFORCE ENCOURAGE COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & SERVICE RECRUIT NEW BUSINESSES GROWTH ALLIANCE GREATER FORT DODGE An investment in the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance is an investment in the community and in your organization. When the local economy grows, it benefits all area businesses. That is the Growth Alliance’s mission – to grow our economy. We do this by actively engaging businesses, stakeholders, and community members. ADVOCATE FOR AREA BUSINESS CONNECT • COLLABORATE • PROSPER PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & NETWORKING GREATER FORT DODGE GROWTH ALLIANCE An investment in the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance is an investment in the community and in your organization. When the local economy grows, it benefits all area businesses. That is the Growth Alliance’s mission – to grow our economy. We do this by actively engaging businesses, stakeholders, and community members. CONNECT COLLABORATE PROSPER
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6 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE *See sales associate for rebate form with complete details. Only valid at participating Maytag brand retailers. Rebate in the form Additional terms and conditions apply. ®/™ © 2020 Maytag. All rights reserved. D191752MMC DEPENDABILITY LASTS, THESE DEALS WON’T 700 VIA A VISA ® PREPAID CARD BY MAIL WITH PURCHASE OF SELECT MAJOR MAYTAG APPLIANCES* 524 Central Ave. Fort Dodge 515-955-2330 Monday 8:30 am - 7 pm • Tue-Fri 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm “Where You Can Afford The Best” *See sales associate for rebate form with complete details. Only valid at participating Maytag brand retailers. Rebate in the form prepaid card by mail. Additional terms and conditions apply. ®/™ © 2020 Maytag. All rights reserved. D191752MMC DEPENDABILITY LASTS, THESE DEALS WON’T GET UP TO $ 700 VIA A VISA ® PREPAID CARD BY MAIL WITH PURCHASE OF SELECT MAJOR MAYTAG ® APPLIANCES* 524 Central Ave. Fort Dodge 515-955-2330 Monday 8:30 am - 7 pm • Tue-Fri 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm “Where You Can Afford The Best” 524 Central Ave. Fort Dodge 515-955-2330 Monday 8:30 am - 7 pm Tue-Fri 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm January 1 - June 30, 2024 2024
10 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE ALL the Amenities to feel at Home! 2938 5th Ave. South (Bus. 20) • Fort Dodge 515-573-5000 • (800) 337-0550 baymontinns.com • wyndhamhotels.com BY WYNDHAM Buck’s Guns A Full-Service Gun Shop 2243 SO. RIVER ROAD FORT DODGE • 955-3209 Hours: Mon - Thurs. 10 am - 5 pm, Fri. 10 am - 6 pm, Sat. 9 am - 4pm, Sun. 10 am - 3 pm
2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE 11 4 Locations! Fitness classes, personal training sessions and self guided workouts Gift Memberships Available Over 40 FREE classes per week and Kids Care 130 North 29th Street Fort Dodge 515-955-2265 availa.bank PROUD TO BE YOUR LOCAL BANKING LEADER BEST BANK WINNER! Thank you for Voting for Availa Bank • Best Bank Winner • Best Loan Service Winner • Best Loan Officer-Patty Larson NMLS# 1929144 Fort Dodge Area Quilters, Inc. “Inspirations from the Heart” 2024 Quilt Show WEBSTER CO. FAIRGROUNDS 22770 OLD HWY 169, FORT DODGE, IA 50501 Questions? Call: 515-573-2229 Email: nefgwg@frontiernet.net Vendors • Scrap Dive • Lunch on Site Entry: $10 Sat. ~ 10/12/24 9a - 5p Sun ~ 10/13/24 10a - 4p 100 Kenyon Rd Fort Dodge 515-576-2100 www.americinn.com 515-576-2100 100 Kenyon Rd • Fort Dodge WWW.AMERICINN.COM BY WYNDHAM
14 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE 515-573-7177 1518 3rd Ave NW Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501 Starlite Village Inn & Suites For more information, and available dates, please contact 573-7177 • Wedding Receptions • Parties • Meetings • Banquets • Reunions • Seminars Amenities • Indoor heated pool • Complimentary full breakfast • Exercise room • 24-hour front desk • Guest Laundry • Free WIFI available Starlite Events
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18 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE Contact your VA office to inquire about benefits you may have. Federal Compensation for Service Connected Injuries Enrollment in VA Healthcare Funeral & Burial Assistance State: License Plate – Hunting/Fishing License County: Rent & Utility Assistance Webster County Veterans For more information contact: Dan Lewandowski Webster County Veteran Affairs Director 723 1st Ave. South • Fort Dodge 515-573-1479 Mon-Fri: 7:30am-4:00pm • Jacuzzi Suites • Free HOT Breakfast • Free WiFi • Exercise Room • Wednesday Night Supper • Microwave/Refrigerators in All Rooms • Extended-Stay Rooms with Kitchenettes Whether you are visiting Iowa for business or for a family vacation, the friendly staff and convenient amenities at our Days Inn Fort Dodge will make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. 3043 5th Avenue South • Fort Dodge, IA 50501 515-576-8000 • www.daysinn.com/hotels/03424 ENJOY a delicious lunch from our cafe! 11:00am-2:00pm While you are here, don’t forget to check out our Back 40 Playground and The Apple Attic Full of home decor! 515-573-8212 2237 160th St. Fort Dodge, IA 50501 www.CommunityOrchard.com Iowa’s Premier Orchard Open Aug 1st - Dec 23rd 9:00 - 6:00
2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE 19 12 MONTH FINANCING AVAILABLE *MINIMUM PURCHASE REQUIRED 70 Best Furniture Store Serving Iowa Since 1953 FURNITURE THAT LASTS • SERVICE YOU CAN COUNT ON EAST ON HIGHWAY BUSINESS 20 ACROSS FROM MENARDS • FORT DODGE • 515-576-7241 www.mikosandmatt.com HOURS: MON. 9AM - 7PM TUES-THURS. 9AM - 6PM • FRI. 9AM - 5:30PM SAT. 9AM - 5PM • SUN. NOON - 4PM Cornwell, Frideres, Maher & Associates, P.L.C. CPA’s Audits, Reviews & Compilations Payroll & Bookkeeping Services Individual, Farm, Trust & Business Tax Planning & Preparation Retirement & Financial Planning Business Consulting & Acquisition Services www.fortdodgecpas.com 714 14th Ave., N., Fort Dodge lwcornwell@frontiernet.net crfrideres@frontiernet.net jjmaher@frontiernet.net 515-955-4805 515-955-4805 8 A.M. TO 8 P.M. 7 DAYS A WEEK UnityPoint Clinic – Express in Fort Dodge 2728 2nd Avenue South, Fort Dodge, IA 50501 unitypoint.org/express When you need care now, reserve your spot online or walk in to UnityPoint Clinic® - Express. With an average door-todoor time of 30 minutes, there’s little to no wait here. AN EASIER KIND OF CARE Country Inn & Suites By Choice 3259 5th Avenue South • Fort Dodge (515) 955-2259 www.countryinns.com Rel in C f t & C venience and “Be O Guest” BY CHOICE
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your request to join our email distribution list or Fort Dodge Fine Arts Association supports, promotes and connects visual, performing and literary artists, arts organizations and businesses. Want to show your support for Fort Dodge Fine Arts? Join as John Junkman Gwen Ewing John Junkman 316 S. 25th Street • Fort Dodge 515-573-3161 Hrs: Mon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-3 & Service Since 1891 | Sports Coats | Dress & Casual Shirts... Slacks... Sportswear... Regular Big & Tall Fine Clothing for Men Quality & Service Since 1891 Cooper & Stewart Buck Shirts... Slacks... Sportswear... Regular BIG & TALL Ann Wildt Gwen Ewing Jane Junkman John Junkman 316 S. 25th Street • Fort Dodge 515-573-3161 Mon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-3 Quality & Service Since 1891 Custom Suits | Sports Coats | Dress & Casual Shirts... Slacks... Sportswear... Regular Big & Tall Gwen Ewing Jane Junkman John Junkman 316 S. 25th Street • Fort Dodge 515-573-3161 Hrs: Mon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-3 Quality & Service Since 1891 Custom Suits | Sports Coats | Dress & Casual Shirts... Slacks... Sportswear... Regular Big & Tall Ann Wildt Gwen Ewing Jane Junkman John Junkman 316 S. 25th Street • Fort Dodge 515-573-3161 Hrs: Mon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-3 Quality & Service Since 1891 Custom Suits | Sports Coats | Dress & Casual Shirts... Slacks... Sportswear... Regular Big & Tall Ann Wildt Gwen Ewing Jane Junkman John Junkman 316 S. 25th Street • Fort Dodge 515-573-3161 Hrs: Mon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-3 Quality & Service Since 1891 Custom Suits | Sports Coats | Dress & Casual Shirts... Slacks... Sportswear... Regular Big & Tall Ann Wildt Gwen Ewing Jane Junkman John Junkman 316 S. 25th Street • Fort Dodge 515-573-3161 Hrs: Mon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-3 Quality & Service Since 1891 Custom Suits | Sports Coats | Dress & Casual Shirts... Slacks... Sportswear... Regular Big & Tall 316 S. 25th Street • Fort Dodge 515-573-3161 Mon 9-5 Tues 9-5 Wed 9-2 Thurs 9-5 Fri 9-5 Sat 9-3 BE LIEVE THERE IS GOOD IN THE WORLD essenger THE
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28 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE . com FREEZE Dried Candy & Snacks THE CANDY OF THE FUTURE Chewy becomes crispy Hard becomes light & airy Online store now open! Full Menu @ fdfreezedried.com • Call or Text 515-571-9912 to order MANSON NORTHWEST WEBSTER We Care. We Inspire. We Empower. www.mnwcougars.com BACK THE BLUE Thank you for all you do! 515-302-8085 • 850 South 18th St. Fort Dodge, IA Follow us on Social Media VOTED THE BEST RESTAURANT AND BEST LOCAL SECRET! A Family Owned Restaurant Serving Birria Tacos, Birria Ramen, Taco Sampler, and so much more.
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Shop Downtown Local & Craft Beers Good &Times BrewsGreat Gourmet Pizza Live Music & More 515-302-8055 520 Central Ave. Fort Dodge, IA 50501 Hours: Mon-Thurs 11am - 10pm; Fri & Sat 11am - 11pm; Sun-Closed 17 S. 12th Street, Fort Dodge (515) 576-6265 • www.tilliesquilts.com We’re Here To Help YOU Create that Special Quilt! Calling all Creative souls 515-570-4442 • 21 S 12th St • www.studio-fusion.com Check Us Out...When You’re In Town! Fort Dodge Public Library 424 Central Avenue, Fort Dodge, IA 515-573-8167 • fortdodgelibrary.org Shop at Mary Kay’s Gifts & Home Decor Next to Daniel’s Pharmacy Daniel Pharmacy 1114 Central Avenue Downtown Fort Dodge 573-3431 Caring For You and about you for over 60 Years Coral Jud, Au.D. Doctor of Audiology Board Certified Hearing Aid Specialist TRUST our patients trust their hearing to us because of... • Great Customer Service • Competitive Pricing • Over 40 year of Experience FORT DODGE AREA AUDIOLOGY SERVICES BERRY HEARING AID & AUDIOLOGY CENTERS 9 N 18th Street, Fort Dodge 573-7821 or 800-728-7821 www.facebook.com/fortdodgeareaaudiologyservices 2019 Voted Best Hearing Aid Center & Audiologist Voted Best Hearing Aid Center & Audiologist
2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE 33 Sadie Andersen 515-408-1824 sadielegacyrealty@gmail.com 1100 1st Ave N. Fort Dodge 515-302-8633 Britnee Harris 515-571-3097 jameson-b@hotmail.com Bickford Realty & Auction | 515-571-9314 Office: (515) 955-7000 Cell: (515) 269-3130 cyncarlson86@gmail.com 1728 Central Ave. #1 Fort Dodge, IA 50501 Cynthia Carlson REALTOR® ASSOCIATED REALTORS® Carlie Messerly (515) 570-1684 carliemesserly@gmail.com Bickford Reality & Auction (515) 571-9314 Jason Swedlund REALTOR CALL TODAY (515) 574-9702 jcswedlund@gmail.com COLDWELL BANKER ASSOCIATED REALTORS® 1238 Central Ave • Fort Dodge Kathy Jondle 515-351-8490 kathystacyjondle@yahoo.com 1926 1st Avenue South Suite A Fort Dodge, IA RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL • APPRAISAL • CONSULTING • RENTALS esterson Realty, Inc. K Buying or Selling? LET ME HELP YOU FIND THE PERFECT HOUSE TO CALL HOME. Brittnee Harris 515-571-3097 jameson-b@hotmail.com Bickford & Auction | 515-571-9314
34 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE LET AN AGENT WHO KNOWS WEBSTER COUNTY GUIDE YOU. REMAXFORTDODGE.COM •1517 1ST AVE. SOUTH, FORT DODGE •(515)955 - 3828 LINDSEY MCKINNEY BROKER/OWNER 515-570-4123 PATRICK MCKINNEY 515-570-6971 EDWARD JOHLL 515-408-0156 CARY CLARK 515-570-2860 BROOKE EISCHEID 712-830-7331 MEGAN PETERSON 515-339-5710 TAYLOR GIBSON 515-339-5710 MIKE MULRONEY 515-570-0298 CINDY MULRONEY 515-570-1707
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38 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE To Subscribe or Advertise Click or Call Today We provide news, information and advertising our communities and readers can trust. www.messengernews.net | 515.573.2141 essenger THE SOURCE: Iowa Market Study 2022, Coda Ventures 2,200,000 Iowans read their local community newspaper. Trice Tjaden, 5th Grade Duncombe Elementary View Our Inventory 2723 5TH AVE. S. FORT DODGE • 515-576-7505 • WWW.FDFORD.COM Students of the Week Hunteris inthe classroom. hisactions heis encouraging to His contagious. Riessen Trice has on been kind every person encounters since very first walked through doors to Duncombe Elementary. loves school, follows expectations and has kindest personality. He very well the hardest the Hunter Horn Sophomore Congratulations Life Fort Dodge, Iowa Section C www.messengernews.net Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024 By KELBY WINGERT kwingert@messengernews.net ICE Winter sure took its time hitting central Iowa this year, but now that it’s here, area anglers are beginning to flock to the now frozen-over lakes and ponds in the region. Over at Iowa Central Community College, the student Fishing Club is taking advantage of the ice and will be hosting a pair of ice fishing tournaments over the next two weekends. The first of the tournaments kicks off this morning at Brushy Creek State Recreation Area. The second tournament is next Saturday, Feb. 4, at Twinterfest at Twin Lakes. The Twinterfest tournament starts at the south boat ramp at Twin Lakes. Registration will be from 7-10 a.m., with the tournament starting at 8 a.m.All fish must be turned in by 2 p.m. Awards will be given for longest walleye, heaviest panfish, heaviest catfish and most number of yellow bass. Entry fee is $50 for each team of two. Stay safe When it comes to ice fishing, safety is the highest priority and stepping onto the ice is always risk. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources publishes a weekly fishing report on its website, which includes ice conditions during the winter. The DNR’s recommendation is minimum of four inches of clear ice for fishing and new ice is stronger than old ice. It’s also important to remember the thickness of one area of the lake may not be the same elsewhere. “We see that a lot on these larger lakes,” Ben Wallace, Iowa DNR fisheries management biologist, who helps to manage public fishing waters in 12 counties including Webster County, previously told The Messenger.“They will have nice, good quality ice in one spot, but as you move across the lake you will find an area that is only a couple of inches thick, or the ice is very soft or weak.” the ice as you travel to your ideal fishing spot. “It is the responsibility of the angler to check the ice before they go out and check it often,” he said. The DNR also warns that ice around submerged trees and emergent vegetation tends to be weaker. Currently,at BrushyCreek,the ice is around 10 inches,according to Sone Chounthirath, faculty advisor for the Iowa Central Fishing Club. In addition to being aware of the thickness and condition of the ice, there are other things an ice anglers can do to ensure their safety. “There is some basic equipment you should take with you that can really help keep you safe and that are things like life jacket or float coat or suit; a rope or another floatation device and a set of ice picks –these would be if you were to fall through, you hold them in your hand and dig them into the ice to pull yourself out,” said Wallace.“Just do not go out alone. Go with somebody. Or, at the very least, tell somebody where you’re going and what time you plan to be back.” The ideal times for ice fishing are around dawn and around dusk, Chounthirath said.The fish tend to be more active in the low light times. Anglers 16 and over require fishing license. Fishing licenses are available at most convenience stores and WalMart as well as online by visiting the Iowa DNR website and downloading the DNR app. Fishing -Submitted photo Ice fishing is a sport that can be enjoyed by many. ICE By JOHN McBRIDE editor@messengernews.net Roger Porter has learned plenty about his new role as the Fort Dodge Community School District’s director of safety and security during his first six-plus months on the job. There’s one consistent similarity to his former position as the Fort Dodge chief of police, though: Por ter knows to always expect the unexpected. “I have an office at the middle school,” he said. “That’s where people can get a hold of me, but am never there. It’s a lot like when worked the Po lice Department. come in with plan for the day or knowing what want to do, but by 8:30 (in the morn ing), those plans are usually put to the side and am off doing something else.” Porter retired as chief police in April 2023. He joined the FDCSD team on May 3, and officially started as director of safety and security on July 1. “Going into the position, knew there were some expectations of what (the district) wanted the job to be. As got into it, started recognizing some other things that need to be on my plate as well,” said Porter. “It’s different now, though, because have bosses. meet with (Superintendent) Josh Porter and (Executive Director of Educational Services) Aaron Davidson on regular basis. If something comes up that feel needs addressed, run it by them and they give me ‘yes’ or ‘no.’” Porter admitted when he started on July 1 and school was not in session, he wasn’t used to the down time. Now he knows that period of adjustment was beneficial, as he became more familiar with the requirements and responsibilities that quickly arrived with the start of the school year. “I knew there were bigger projects Fort Dodge, Iowa www.messengernews.net Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024 Messenger THE ON TO STATE DODGERS AGAIN REACH STATE DUALS FIELD/ SPORTS FARMLAND OWNERSHIP LEGISLATORS WANT DEEPER DISCLOSURE FROM FOREIGN OWNERS/ INSIDE For delivery of The Messenger, call 515-573-2141 or go online www.messengernews.net` Good Morning DOUG BRAND Thank you for subscribing to The Messenger essenger Suggested retail price $1.00 See SUPERVISORS, Page 3 See PORTER, Page 2 center stage center stage with taking taking Karch Smith See SMITH, Page 3 Being around music has sprouted a love for the art Vacation destination: Kure Beach, NC People would like to have dinner with: Snoop Dog, Pat McAffee, Aaron Krause It would surprise people that: have better hair than Evan Pratt and Aaron Amhof. My everyday role model Jesus. can’t go a day without: YouTube Where do see myself in 10 years? Living in the mountains of Alaska. What are you listening to right now Cody Johnson. Favorite performance Wizard of Oz. A show you binge watch Blue Mountain State. Favorites... Performance Earth Wind and Fire marching show.. Song “Follow you to Virgie” by Thler Childers. Movie: “Anchorman.” Musical genre Country. Instrument Trumpet. Phone App YouTube. SOUND OF MUSIC By CHRIS JOHNSON cjohnson@messengernews.net It was easy for Karch Smith to find music as passion. Both his parents Tara Smith and Jeremy Smith are music teachers. His mother is the Fort Dodge Middle School band teacher and his father the director of athletic bands at Iowa Central Community College. With music surrounding him, it was just natural for him to pick up an instrument at Fort Dodge Senior High. “Even if they didn’t take part in music, would still be playing,” Smith said. “They teach me to try hard in everything, have good morals, and stand for what you believe in.” Smith plays the trumpet in the All-American Fort Dodge Marching Band and also in jazz band. Smith is section leader for the marching band. He is also a member of the Fort Dodge baseball team. KARCH SMITH (FAR LEFT) Securing our schools By KELBY WINGERT kwingert@messengernews.net The Compensation Board has recommended 9.5% salary increases in Fiscal Year 2025 for the Webster County county sheriff, recorder, auditor, treasurer and attorney. The Compensation Board recommended no increase for the supervisors and the supervisors chairperson. The Board of Supervisors received that recommendation Tuesday morning. “Obviously, these recommendations do not take the budget into account because the board views its role as making recommendation that we think is appropriate in light of the work done by our elected officials, and taking into account things like inflation, cost of inSupervisors receive comp board’s salary recommendation -Messenger photo by Kelby Wingert ROGER PORTER is the director of safety and security for the Fort Dodge Community School District. By BILL SHEA bshea@messengernews.net State Rep. Mike Sexton formally announced on Tuesday that he is seeking his sixth term in the Iowa House of Representatives. “It has been an honor to serve my district in the Statehouse,” the Republican from Rockwell City said. “I work hard to listen to my constituents and represent their values in the House,’’ he added. “I believe I am still the best person for this job and am thrilled to announce my bid for reelection.” Sexton represents House District 7, which includes Calhoun, Pocahontas and Sac counties plus western Webster County. He a farmer and small business owner. He and his wife, Becky, have five children and 13 grandchildren. The lawmaker graduated from Rockwell City High School and earned an associate degree from Iowa Lakes Community College. Sexton was state senator from 1999 to 2003. After leaving the Senate, he served on the Rockwell City -Lytton and South Central Calhoun school boards. He was first elected to the Iowa House of Representatives in 2014. Currently, he is the chairman of the House Agriculture Committee. So far, he is the only person to declare their candidacy in House District 7. Sexton launches bid for sixth term Mike Sexton Nick Cochrane Former police chief making impact in new role Webster County Courthouse
40 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE Stay Close to the Best of Fort Dodge Restaurants, Shopping and Out Door Recreation and all the Fun next door at Fort Frenzy! 5 South 32nd Street Fort Dodge IA 50501 515-206-1591 • brookstonefortdodge.com Meet the Newest Friendly Face Among the Fort Dodge Hotels
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42 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE Best Alarm System Providing Sustainable Life & Fire Safety 1653 Lainson Avenue 877-835-6570 www.iowafirecontrol.com • Kitchen Exhaust Maintenance • Commercial Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems • Fire Extinguisher Sales, Service & Training • Life Safety Equipment Sales & Inspections • Industrial Power Washing • Commercial & Residential • Fire Alarms • Security Systems • IP Camera Systems • 24 Hour Monitoring • Access Control Bonded, Insured & Certified m 2019 Since 1980 515-576-4440 www.ifcsecurity.com
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44 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE DiningGuide Largest Buffet in Town! Dine In or Carry Out 2510 5th Ave S, Fort Dodge • (515) 576-1179 Open Tuesday-Sunday 11 am - 8:30pm Peking Garden Gift Shop Open 10-4:30 319 S 29th St • Fort Dodge • 515-576-6282 Great Mexican Food! 2023 50¢ Wings & Wontons Wednesday Nights Pork Tenderlions HAND BREADED NEIGHBORHOOD SPORTS 300 S. 4th Street 1 Block South Of Crosstown Connector 955-2277 955-BARR Helen & Rick Thompson Owners
2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE 45 Bike Night • Patio • Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials Live Entertainment • Sand Volleyball 280 N. 1st Street, Fort Dodge (515) 576-0142 | www.amigosfortdodge.com There’s a reason why Amigos has won a Messenger Reader’s Choice award for 14 years. Come visit Amigos and see what it’s all about! GOOD FRIENDS, GOOD FOOD & GOOD TIMES! 17 S 12th Street Fort Dodge, IA 50501 515-571-1045 Your Favorite Local Scoop Shop This is a hometown favorite soft serve ice cream place with plenty of parking and outside seating since 1947. The Dariette Ardys Mae Coffee & Dessert 14 S 14th St | Fort Dodge, IA 50501 Mon -Fri 7am-3pm, Sat 8am- noon closed Sun | 515-573-7375 • freshly brewed coffee • coffee by the pound • Lunch served daily from 11am - 2pm • pastries & desserts Stop in and see us and check out our daily special! Lunch Menu • Appetizers • Salads • Mexican Favorites Burritos • Enchiladas • Vegetarian Menu American Classics • Desserts • Wide variety of Beverages Hacienda Vieja - 515-576-1456 Authentic Mexican Family Restaurant Located next to Best Westen Starlite Village Inn & Suites 1518 3rd ave NW, Fort Dodge A Taste of Hours: Mon - Sat 11am-10pm Sun 11am -9pm Mexico DiningGuide
Monday & Thursday Evenings at the Opera House
Monday & Thursday Evenings at the Opera House
Doors open at 5:30pm
Doors open at 5:30pm
Early Birds start at 6:30pm • Concessions Available • Packages from $10-$32. Ages 12 and up can play
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Concessions Available • Packages from $10-$32. Ages 12 and up can play
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2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE 49 The Fort Museum is self supported with no funding from local, state, or federal government. We rely on public donations, admissions, and memberships to operate. 1 Museum Road • Fort Dodge, IA 50501 515-573-4231 • www.fortmuseumfv.com
Fort Museum and Frontier Village brings history to life as it recalls Fort Dodge’s beginnings as an Army Post in 1850. Come and explore artifacts that predate 1850 through 1950. Join us for various fun, family oriented events throughout the year! The Frontier Opera House Available to Rent for Weddings • Company Parties & Training • Funerals Class
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54 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE Open to ALL , regardless of insurance status Community Health Center We Offer Medical, Dental & Behavioral Health All Under One Roof We accept people as they are and help them to live the life they want to live.
Marcela Paulino-DaCosta DDS
Erika Bowman DDS
Kelsey Christensen RDH
Mary Larrabee RDH
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Katie Riehl PMHNP
Holly McClintock PMHNP
Eileen Meier PMHNP
Roxanne Fevold LMHC, CADC
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Kirsten Olson LISW
Janet Secor DO
Lisa Chase ARNP
Ann Feser ARNP
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Jennifer Zigrang ARNP
Bonni Herpst LISW
Elizabeth Stoebe DO
Sydney Hensley RDH
Savannah Adkins tLMHC
Angela Crosby LMHC
Tayler Rasch ARNP
Thaylan Bowman DDS
chcfd.com Get to Know Us Fort Dodge Clinic 126 North 10th Street 515-576-6500 Dayton Clinic 24 South Main Street 515-547-2974 All of us are here, for all of you We also have locations in Mason City, Eagle Grove and are opening in Clarion in the spring of 2024
Jennifer Pudenz ARNP
Linsey Albright tLMHC
58 2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE To get started, text to 819 1st Avenue South, Fort Dodge, IA 50501 (515) 576-4551 I fdhr@fortdodgeiowa org www.fortdodgeiowa.org @fortdodgeiowa WWW.GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM/CAREERS/FORTDODGEIOWA Report a Concern or Find Answers to City FAQs. COMMITTED TO THE FORT DODGE COMMUNITY (515) 408-9888
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Worship Times
Worship Times
838 N. 25th St. Fort Dodge
838 N. 25th St. Fort Dodge (515) 573-3519
Saturday 5:30 pm (Casual)
Sunday 9:30 am (Blended)
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CHURCH All are invited to experience St. Mark’s Every Sunday at 10am stmarksfd.org GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Call or visit website for updated Service times • www.graceelca.com 211 S. 9th St. • Fort Dodge, Iowa 515-576-4106 Pastor Daniel Kahl Worship Services 9:30am Worship 10:30am Coffee Fellowship
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TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL CHURCH WE ARE St.Mark’s! 1007 1st Ave. S. Fort Dodge 515-576-2019 Handicap Accessible All are invited to experience St. Mark’s Every Sunday at 10am for Holy Communion. stmarksfdia stmarksfd.org GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Call or visit website for updated Service times • www.graceelca.com 211 S. 9th St. • Fort Dodge, Iowa 515-576-4106 Pastor Daniel Kahl Worship Services 9:30am Worship 10:30am Coffee Fellowship 10:30 to 11:15am Sunday School 10:40am Adult Forum
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2024 WEBSTER COUNTY DESTINATION GUIDE 71 Hand Crafted in Fort Dodge 1914 N. 15th St., Fort Dodge, IA 50501 • Phone: 515-576-7233 • Toll Free: 1-888-455-4367 • www.kjgems.com A beautiful memorial celebrating the legacy of a life once lived. Hours: Mon-Fri 8-5 • Sat 9-Noon • By appointment as needed Since 1921
