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Reunion set to return after a decade’s absence

By Kim Fickett

After a nationwide pandemic cancelled the Akron-Westfield All Class Reunion in 2020, the event is set to return after a decade’s absence.

Supervisors split vote on pledge amount

By Kim Fickett

Following the Tuesday, June 3 Plymouth County Board of Supervisors action to table approving a county funding request by the Le Mars Betterment Foundation, the board came to a conclusion at its June 10 meeting.

Board amends ‘25-’26 school calendar

By Kim Fickett

The 2025-2026 school year calendar was amended by the Akron-Westfield School Board at its Monday, June 9 meeting. 

Akron FBC looks to expand

By Kim Fickett

A recent growth spurt over the past four years at Akron FBC Church, 300 Country Club Lane, has spurred an expansion project.

Opera House announces open house

By Kim Fickett

The Akron Opera House Board is inviting attendees of the All Class Reunion to step back in time and see history, share memories, and see the plans for the future at their open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 28.

Supervisors OK permit for Akron walking trail

By Kim Fickett

The Plymouth County Board of Supervisors entered into a drainage board meeting at the end of its Tuesday, June 3 meeting to discuss a request by the City of Akron.

Conner Wendel's Journey: Honor, Degree, Duty

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante

The Wendel family from Akron has proudly upheld a legacy of military service for three generations. Conner Wendel has followed in the footsteps of his father, Chad Wendel, and grandfather, Walt Wendel, by enlisting to serve his country.

Blast off with Mr. Baker’s math analysis class

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante

Akron-Westfield students in Mike Baker’s math analysis class recently participated in the 16th Annual Rocket Activity. In this event, students were challenged to design and construct rockets to achieve the longest and highest possible flight distance.

Happy Retirement, Kent Johnson

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante 

Thirty seven years, countless students, and many basketball games. 

Happy retirement, Gary Hillrichs

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante

‘Level Up’ at the Akron Public Library this summer

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante 

As summer approaches, the Akron Public Library is gearing up to host its annual Summer Reading Program, “Level Up at the Library.” 

Karaoke king: LeRoy Rozel's passion for music

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante

LeRoy Rozel, born and raised in Akron, has spent much of his adult life immersed in the world of music, both as a hobby and as a casual performer.

Decades of dedication: Todd Colt retires from Akron-Westfield

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante 

Since 1985, Todd Colt has been an integral part of the Akron-Westfield educational community. Now, he is ready for retirement. "I will be 64 years old this year, and I just thought now was the right time to retire." 

1942 Blizzard baby shares his story

The Akron Hometowner

By Sabrina Escalante 

Behind every healthy student is a school nurse

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante 

Akron Public Library introduces AWE Learning software

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante

Akron Public Library staff are thrilled to announce a fantastic new resource for its young patrons: standalone computers featuring AWE Learning software. 

Plymouth County Preservation: Preserve, teach and protect

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante

Curbside recycling has arrived

By Kim Fickett

A new addition of services for Akron residents has begun.

Curbside recycling is now available for all residents who would like to take part.

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