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Join the Fort Dodge Police Department, the Fort Dodge Fire Department and other community partners TONIGHT for Night to Unite in the City Square! IT'S TIME TO UNITE, FORT DODGE!

The Fort Dodge Police Department invites you to NIGHT TO UNITE! A FREE community event bringing together neighbors, families, first responders, and community partners for one unforgettable evening!

Join us for a night of community connection, fun, and hometown pride at the Fort Dodge City Square!

Thursday, June 11th
Fort Dodge City Square
5 PM – 7 PM

FREE • FAMILY FRIENDLY • OPEN TO EVERYONE

One community. One night. United together.
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Join the Fort Dodge Police Department, the Fort Dodge Fire Department and other community partners TONIGHT for Night to Unite in the City Square!

HEAD'S UP!

For the safety of both our crews and the traveling public, we have made the decision to completely close the Williams Drive hill north of Snell Crawford Park while work is taking place in the area of 13th Avenue North.

Please follow the posted detour route:
Raymond Drive
N 7th Street
8th Avenue North

We appreciate your patience and cooperation. Please allow extra time if you are traveling in the area.
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Oakland Cemetery Walk: Bringing the Past Alive!

Join the Friends of Oakland Cemetery on Saturday, June 13 from 2–4 p.m. for a historic stroll through Oakland Cemetery featuring guided tours and live portrayers.

Tours begin at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Free will donation - all funds support Oakland Cemetery preservation.

Park at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
1436 21st Avenue North
DART buses will shuttle continuously. First bus leaves at 1:45 p.m. sharp!
No parking at Oakland Cemetery.

For more information, contact Rick Carle at 515-570-0606.
Rain date: June 14, 2026 Oakland Cemetery Walk: Bringing the Past Alive!

Join the Friends of Oakland Cemetery on Saturday, June 13 from 2–4 p.m. for a historic stroll through Oakland Cemetery featuring guided tours and live portrayers.

Tours begin at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Free will donation - all funds support Oakland Cemetery preservation.

Park at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
1436 21st Avenue North
DART buses will shuttle continuously. First bus leaves at 1:45 p.m. sharp!
No parking at Oakland Cemetery.

For more information, contact Rick Carle at 515-570-0606.
Rain date: June 14, 2026
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🌳 Oakland Cemetery Walk: Bringing the Past Alive!

Join the Friends of Oakland Cemetery on Saturday, June 13 from 2–4 p.m. for a historic stroll through Oakland Cemetery featuring guided tours and live portrayers.

Tours begin at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Free will donation — all funds support Oakland Cemetery preservation.

📍 Park at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
1436 21st Avenue North
🚍 DART buses will shuttle continuously. First bus leaves at 1:45 p.m. sharp!
No parking at Oakland Cemetery.

For more information, contact Rick Carle at 515-570-0606.
Rain date: June 14, 2026

Webster County Flood Maps Are Changing

FEMA has released new preliminary flood maps for Webster County. These maps are expected to become official in the next 18 to 24 months. Residents, property owners, and business owners are invited to a **Public Open House** hosted by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. At the open house, you can talk with experts, learn about your property's flood risk, and ask questions about the flood study, flood maps, flood insurance, and floodplain rules.

Public Open House
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
4:00–6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall
819 1st Avenue South
Fort Dodge, IA 50501

Stop by anytime during the open house to learn more and get your questions answered.
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Starting tomorrow, June 4, 2026 (weather dependent), Public Works crews will be working on the Williams Drive hill south of 13th Ave N. The eastbound lane will be closed during working hours, reducing traffic to one lane. You are encouraged to use alternate routes if possible. ... See moreSee less

Starting tomorrow, June 4, 2026 (weather dependent), Public Works crews will be working on the Williams Drive hill south of 13th Ave N. The eastbound lane will be closed during working hours, reducing traffic to one lane. You are encouraged to use alternate routes if possible.

City Projects Update

Current Projects - Click here for more information

Name: 2025 Concrete Patching & Asphalt Overlay    Expected Completion: Fall 2025

Name: Community Water Initiatives                        Expected Completion: Fall 2026

Name: Kenyon Rd Bridges (IDOT)                             Expected Completion: Summer 2025 

Name: Kenyon Rd & Ave C                                        Expected Completion: Summer 2025

Name: Traffic Signal Modification                                  Expected Completion: Fall 2025 

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