City of Fort Dodge, Iowa

3 hours ago

An Important Announcement. We Quit. (Kidding. Kind of.)

Hey Fort Dodge - just popping in with your friendly reminder that winter has once again decided to show off. Mixed precipitation, slippery roads, snow AND a light glaze of ice... you know the drill.

At this point, we'd like to formally announce that we quit. Not our jobs - don't get excited. We quit trying to guess what this weather is going to do.

But! Our plow crews? They don't quit. Our public safety teams? Still here. Communications? Energy drink, warm socks, and ready to go-ish.

Stick with us. We ll keep you updated. An Important Announcement. We Quit. (Kidding. Kind of.)

Hey Fort Dodge - just popping in with your friendly reminder that winter has once again decided to show off. Mixed precipitation, slippery roads, snow AND a light glaze of ice... you know the drill.

At this point, we'd like to formally announce that we quit. Not our jobs - don't get excited. We quit trying to guess what this weather is going to do.

But! Our plow crews? They don't quit. Our public safety teams? Still here. Communications? Energy drink, warm socks, and ready to go-ish.

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5 hours ago

MEDIA RELEASE

DECEMBER 11, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

RE: STRUCTURE FIRE, 225 J STREET, FORT DODGE

Just before 1:00 a.m. on December 11, 2025, the Fort Dodge Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 225 J Street. Crews arrived to find a two-story wood-frame home with heavy fire showing from most of the first floor.

Firefighters began simultaneous search, forcible entry, and fire attack operations, but icy conditions and freezing temperatures complicated setup. The fire had heavily involved the first floor and extended into the second floor and attic. Multiple handlines were used to bring the fire under control. Primary searches were clear and the home's occupants were able to escape without assistance.

A second alarm was requested, bringing five off-duty firefighters back to assist with an extensive overhaul. One firefighter sustained minor injuries. A dog died at the scene.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. According to property records, the residence is owned by Jeff and Janice Johnson.

The Fort Dodge Fire Department was assisted at the scene by the Fort Dodge Police Department and MidAmerican Energy.

Contact:
Fire Chief Matt Price
mprice@fortdodgeiowa.orgPhotos from City of Fort Dodge Government s post ... See moreSee less

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21 hours ago

Congratulations to Tiffany Conrad!

The City of Fort Dodge is proud to share that Tiffany Conrad, Community Sales Manager for Visit Fort Dodge, has been named Supplier of the Year by the Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Heartland Chapter!

Tiffany received this honor at the MPI Annual Meeting on November 18 in Omaha, Nebraska. Her nomination highlighted her reliability, enthusiasm, professionalism, and the positive impact she's had both within the chapter and here in Fort Dodge.

Please join us in celebrating Tiffany's outstanding leadership and her dedication to showcasing Fort Dodge as a welcoming destination for meetings and events. Our community is lucky to have her!

Congratulations, Tiffany! Congratulations to Tiffany Conrad!

The City of Fort Dodge is proud to share that Tiffany Conrad, Community Sales Manager for Visit Fort Dodge, has been named Supplier of the Year by the Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Heartland Chapter!

Tiffany received this honor at the MPI Annual Meeting on November 18 in Omaha, Nebraska. Her nomination highlighted her reliability, enthusiasm, professionalism, and the positive impact she's had both within the chapter and here in Fort Dodge.

Please join us in celebrating Tiffany's outstanding leadership and her dedication to showcasing Fort Dodge as a welcoming destination for meetings and events. Our community is lucky to have her!

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2 days ago

We regret to inform you that the weather has once again decided to be overly dramatic.

High winds are on the way, making this our third weather event in less than two weeks. Some of you haven't even put away your ice scrapers from the last one. Honestly? Keep them handy. Stick with what works at this point.

Our crews are prepared. You should be, too. Move anything that can blow away... including yourself, preferably indoors. And remember, all official updates regarding road conditions, including road and bridge closures, will be posted here.

This one may be the most challenging one for our crews yet, but, rest assured, they ll be here when we need them, ready to do what needs to be done to keep everyone safe.We regret to inform you that the weather has once again decided to be overly dramatic.

High winds are on the way, making this our third weather event in less than two weeks. Some of you haven't even put away your ice scrapers from the last one. Honestly? Keep them handy. Stick with what works at this point.

Our crews are prepared. You should be, too. Move anything that can blow away... including yourself, preferably indoors. And remember, all official updates regarding road conditions, including road and bridge closures, will be posted here.

This one may be the most challenging one for our crews yet, but, rest assured, they ll be here when we need them, ready to do what needs to be done to keep everyone safe. ... See moreSee less

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