Akron-Westfield school sign auctions continue
By Cassandra Kyser The Akron-Westfield School District is auctioning older signs that were once used in the district’s facilities. The A-W School Board authorized selling these signs t…
Akron Care Center’s bell choir adds cheer to Hometown Christmas
By Cassandra Kyser Members of the Akron Care Center’s bell choir played at Hometown Christmas earlier this month. They were joined by several community members. Bell ringers stayed war…
Akron Park Board plans paved trail fundraiser, discusses pickleball upgrade
By Cassandra Kyser The Akron Park Board is holding a 50/50 raffle at the Akron-Westfield boys and girls varsity basketball home games on Friday, Jan. 17. The Westerners are playing Geo…
Our long-standing A-W teachers
The Akron Hometowner By: Sabrina Escalante Although American Education Week has passed, The Akron Hometowner wanted to express our deep appreciation for the Akron-Westfield Community …
Akron Nobel Prize winner
The Akron Hometowner By: Sabina Escalante On Dec. 10 each year, Nobel Prize Day is celebrated to honor the prestigious awards created by Alfred Nobel. These awards recognize outstandi…
A-W youth awarded $2,500
The Akron Hometowner By: Sabrina Escalante On Monday, Dec. 9, three enthusiastic student groups gathered to present their innovative project ideas to a panel of judges. Each group aim…
Akon Opera House raises $51,900 in the Matching Grant Challenge from The Gilchrist Foundation
The Akron Hometowner By: Sabrina Escalante The renowned Akron Opera House has established a rich legacy of entertainment that spans over a century, serving both the Akron and Westfiel…
Winter Reading Program
Akron Hometowner By: Sabrina Escalante The Akron Public Library has officially launched its annual Winter Reading program designed for children. This engaging initiative began on Dec.…
Over 2,500 hand knitted mittens donated
The Akron Hometowner By: Sabrina Escalante Since the early 1990s, the Akron-Westfield School and Immanuel Lutheran Church have received annual donations of handmade mittens. Joy Dirks…
A-W students in the Iowa All-State Music Festival
The Akron Hometowner By: Sabrina Escalante The Iowa All-State Music Festival took place on November 21 to 23 at the Hilton Coliseum in Ames. This event showcased the incredible talent…
Akron Care Center bell choir seeks volunteers
By Cassandra Kyser Akron Care Center residents are looking for volunteers to help them make a little music. Activities Director McKenzie Langley, who leads the Care Center’s bell choir…
Westfield City Council discusses FEMA reimbursement, financial reports
By Cassandra Kyser Much of Westfield’s City Council meeting on Nov. 19 was devoted to financial matters. Council members approved transferring money from the city’s Enterprise/Utility …
Akron City Council hires new reserve officer, presents Urban Renewal Report
By Cassandra Kyser At their Tuesday, Nov. 19 meeting, the Akron City Council approved hiring a reserve police officer. Resolution No. 111924-1 appoints Adam Kolker as a reserve officer…
A blast from the past at the Akron Care Center
The Akron Hometowner By: Sabrina Escalante The Akron Area Museum's traveling history trunk found its way to Akron Care Center on Nov. 25, where museum operator Carol Brown displayed a…
Raising awareness for our furry companions
The Akron Hometowner By: Sabrina Escalante November is identified as National Pet Diabetes Month, an important initiative to increase awareness among pet owners and veterinarians abou…
A-W FFA students explore convention
The Akron Hometowner By: Sabrina Escalante The Akron-Westfield FFA students attended the 2024 National FFA Convention, which was held in Indianapolis, IN, from Oct. 22 to 26 at the In…