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The 2023 Girls State Softball Tournament did not end the way both the Fort Dodge Dodgers and St. Edmond Gaels and their fans had hoped that it would, but it sti
Newspaper won second in general excellence Feb 13, 2021 The Messenger editorial and advertising staffs have won more than 20 Iowa Newspaper Association awards, accumulating the most total points in the history of The Messenger’s participation in the contest. The awards were announced Thursday during a virtual presentation. “These statewide awards reflect the hard work our people put in,” said Publisher Terry Christensen. “I’m extremely proud and excited for our newsroom and advertising staffs.” The newspaper earned second place in general excellence in the Daily 1 class. The Me...