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The Floyd of Rosedale football trophy’s intriguing story

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Floyd of Rosedale, a giant stylized pig, stands guard at the Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center in Fort Dodge, Iowa. The story behind the sculpture involves a real pig, two college football teams, a confrontation over racist behavior, and a trophy. Iowa Governor Clyde Herring and Minnesota Governor Floyd Olson each bet on the 1936 Iowa-Minnesota […]

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21 best things to do when you visit Fort Dodge, Iowa

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Visit Fort Dodge uses “Dodge the Ordinary” to promote Fort Dodge, Iowa. The tagline accurately describes the perfect day trip or weekend getaway an hour and a half northwest of Des Moines. The Fort Dodge area’s attraction options should be on every traveler’s checklist, whether you enjoy art, architecture, history, shopping, or dining.  The hospitable

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