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A-W alum Natalie Nielsen had solid season at SMSU

Natalie Nielsen's move from South Dakota State to Southwest Minnesota State University brought confidence back to her game.
PHOTOS: Plymouth County Iowa 2025 Fair
Johnson Juniors 4-H team up with Park Board for blue ribbon project
Members of the Johnson Juniors 4-H club won a blue ribbon for the gardening project.
Akron-Westfield FFA members reflect on ‘the best 5 days of summer’
The Plymouth County Iowa Fair is only five days out of the year, but the memories last a lifetime. Members of Akron-Westfield FFA shared their favorite memories of the 2025 fair. 
Law Enforcement Center project moves forward
A project involving the construction of a new building at the Plymouth County Law Enforcement Center in Le Mars, Iowa, has moved into its next phase, following action taken by the Board of Supervisors at its Tuesday, July 29, 2025, meeting.
'The farthest west is the best': Westfield alumni to hold reunion
The Westfield Panthers are set to hold their reunion on Aug. 9, 2025, at the Westfield Community Center.
Sheriff TeBrink shares quarterly report with supervisors
Sheriff Jeff TeBrink was present at the Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Plymouth County Board of Supervisors meeting with his quarterly report. TeBrink began his report with the treasurer’s report which showed their biggest increase compared to the previous quarter to be in the area of service fees. 
Supervisors OK Akron church permit request
A permit request by the First Baptist Church of Akron to outlet water into the county’s Drainage District #2 was in front of the Plymouth County Iowa Drainage District Board at the July 15, 2025, board of supervisors meeting.
New Airbnb fills need for more local lodging
After hearing frustrations over insufficient lodging options in the Akron, Iowa area, friends Jennifer Hart and Stephanie Cacioppo saw an opportunity to capitalize on the untapped market and bring some home-away-from-home comfort to visitors. 
Remembering Dr. Joseph P. Trotzig
Earlier this summer, Akron alumni purchased and installed three benches in honor of the late Dr. Joseph P. Trotzig, located at the golf course, pool, and park. Many will remember Trotzig, who practiced medicine in Akron from 1952-1986. As a family doctor in a rural area, Trotzig saw patients for virtually every medical need, from infections and stitches, to immunizations and childbirth.
Windstorm Leaves Trail of Damage Across Akron
Strong to severe thunderstorms swept through Akron last night, bringing wind gusts reported to be over 70 mph and causing widespread tree damage across town. Crews began cleanup early this morning as residents assessed the aftermath. Look for continuing coverage in this week’s newspaper and additional updates online throughout the week.
Measles case confirmed in Western Iowa: What to know about symptoms, vaccinations
“Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself, your family, and your community.”  That’s the message the Iowa Dept. of Health and Human Services is sending, after eight cases of measles have been confirmed in the state so far this year, the latest of which was in the western part of the state.
A-W changes cell phone policy for 2025-26 school year
With less than a month until school resumes, the administrators at Akron-Westfield School District are busy preparing to welcome students back. The new cell phone policy and break/fix insurance were two of the topics covered at the July 2025 board meeting.
Looking Back - July 25, 2025
Past news from the files of the Akron Register-Tribune & The Akron Hometowner, for the week current week in 1905 through 2015.
Corn ‘could not look much better’
No question will get more varied answers than, “How is this year’s corn crop doing?” Two local men who work in agribusiness share their thoughts on the 2025 crop.
Busy summer for A-W basketball
The 2025 Akron-Westfield boys basketball team is hard at work preparing for the season. Head Coach Steven Husk is entering his second year in charge of the program and has been pleased with the work the young men have put in this summer.
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