Dawn Larson is the Economic Development Specialist for the City of Fort Dodge. Dawn is also the recent winner of the 2025 Volunteer of the Year Award from the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance. Astra and Katy sit down with Dawn to discuss how she became a volunteer, the impact her volunteering has had on the community, different ways individuals can get involved, and much more!

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