Gowrie News

As the nation celebrated its independence, the city of Gowrie made it a day to remember, giving residents and visitors alike a taste of hometown hospitality with a dash of patriotism.

Gowrie has a lot more going for it than its annual Fourth of July celebration. That said, it's not a bad reason to make the trip.

Whenever someone buys a pair of shoes, a computer or a restaurant meal in Fort Dodge starting today, they'll be parting with a bit more money to support schools across Iowa.

Anyone under age 12 cannot be out in public from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Anyone ages 12, 13 and 14 cannot be out in public from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Anyone ages 15, 16 and 17 cannot be out in public from 12:30 a.m. to 5 ...

Betty L. Hade, 83, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2008, at her home in Bickford Cottages.

Tractors of virtually every color and size lined the streets around the city park in Gowrie Tuesday as drivers participating in the Great Iowa Tractor Ride made their way to southern Webster County from Boone.

More than 500 tractors are expected to drive through Gowrie Tuesday as part of the WHO Radio Great Iowa Tractor Ride.

The Betty Nyght Hamilton Bandshell in downtown Gowrie once again played host to entertainment Thursday night, courtesy of the Gowrie Area Arts Council.

The year 1964 saw the Republican Party take a drubbing throughout the United States.

Nelson, Barbara Jane, 83, passed away at her home Monday, June 9, 2008. Funeral Service will be Thursday, 1:30 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie.

In the wake of Thursday evening's storm, Farnhamville is thankful no injuries were reported.

Company ... salute!'' As they made their annual march through Otho Cemetery, the Marshals of the Day paused to pay tribute to a fallen comrade.

“The day has come, the tests are done, our future has begun”

The future has begun. The ranks of alumni of St. Edmond High School grew by 59 as the class of 2008 bade their final farewell during commencement exercises Sunday. via The Messenger

May 6, 1998 NEWS: Angela Taylor, of Fort Dodge, and her rabbit Halo Hercules, won first place at the Youth National Dwarf Rabbit Show in Osage Beach, Mo. via The Messenger

Safe, well-maintained schools will be the legacy of the 2008 legislative session far into the future, according to local lawmakers now pondering their handiwork. via The Messenger

Iowa finally has the start of a game plan for meeting the state's future transportation needs. via The Messenger

“We are excited that we can help make their projects a reality.”

KCCI Television, Casey's General Stores, Dr Pepper and Iowa Telecom are proud to announce the winners of the 2008 Project Mainstreet community improvement grants. via KCCI

Most of us haven't thought about pi since high school geometry, when we learned it, and then promptly forgot pi is the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter. via KSDK-TV Saint Louis

“We feel pretty good about the things that passed out this week and we're very optimistic that we'll be able to get most of these things done this year.”

With the state facing mounting road construction and maintenance demands, lawmakers in the Iowa House and Senate moved forward Thursday with plans to increase title and registration fees to raise up to $131 ... via The Gazette

State Rep. Helen Miller, D-Fort Dodge, voted against the marriage resolution Tuesday. via The Messenger