Akron Opera House receives donation from KCs
By: Akron Hometowner Staff The Akron Opera House recently received a $500 donation from the St. Patrick’s Knights of Columbus Council #12448. Funds will go towards the Opera House rest…
Akron Farmers market draws to a close
The 2023 season of the Akron Area Farmers Market saw growth in vendor numbers and attendees -- despite several nights of 100-plus heat index warnings. Throughout the season there were …
Akron Care Center audit released
Recently Williams & Company, P.C. released an audit report on Akron Care Center, Inc., Akron, Iowa. Williams & Company, P.C. reported that the Care Center’s total revenues totaled $4,2…
Fall colors come alive in Akron
By Dodie Hook Whether in town or in the country, the fall colors are proudly displayed everywhere. Look around and take in the beauty of nature. The trees have enjoyed the above normal…
Firefighter visits Akron Children’s Center
By: Akron Hometowner Staff The Akron Children’s Center always enjoys a visit from Akron Firefighter Alan Pick and the firetruck. Firefighter Pick talked about not running when he has …
Akron-Westfield Community School District maintains positive outlook despite growing hiring challenges
By: Chris C. Nelson, Publisher/Owner Unemployment rates are low and businesses everywhere are competing for skilled workers. Combine that competitive job market with fewer people choo…
A taste of paradise in our backyard
Exploring Eden Valley Apple Orchard and Adonis Berry Farm in Akron By: Chris C. Nelson, Publisher/Owner You could say that Tony and Jennifer Heisterkamp have a sweet spot for apple…
Honor of a lifetime: Rolfes takes flight to Washington
By: Chris C. Nelson, Publisher/Owner Activated into active air service more than 55 years ago, Veteran Stan Rolfes of Akron can now add his name to a different list of men and women…
FBC hosts annual Autumn Harvest Festival
By Dodie Hook The food was abundant, the crowd immense, and the talent outstanding at First Baptist Church’s annual Autumn Harvest Festival Oct. 14. It all started at 4 p.m. with bounc…
Akron-Westfield receives generous donation in memory of alumnus Matt Heeren
By Jennifer Wendel Akron-Westfield recently received a donation from the Class of 2003 and the Heeren Family in memory of their late alumnus, Matt Heeren. This generous contribution is…
Get ready for the Monster Mash!
By Karl Jones Things are going to get spooky at the Akron Public Library in October as several fall events have been planned, including their annual Monster Mash. The Monster Mash is s…
Correction regarding happenings at the Akron City Council
Correction regarding happenings at the Akron City Council By Karl Jones Last week in our article on the Akron City Council, a statement was read during the meeting that claimed that t…
Akron Care Center prepares to search for new administrator
Akron Care Center prepares to search for new administrator By Karl Jones On September 19, the administrator of the Akron Care Center (ACC) Patricia Raasch submitted her resignation to…
Plymouth County Board of Supervisors discuss zoning changes
Plymouth County Board of Supervisors discuss zoning changes By Karl Jones On September 19, the Plymouth County Board of Supervisors reviewed some proposed changes to the county’s zonin…
Peyton Nicholson and Carter Wilken crowned A-W Homecoming queen and king
Peyton Nicholson and Carter Wilken were named Akron-Westfield Homecoming queen and king at Coronation held Sept. 28. Josie Smith and Ashton McCully were named first attendants. In the …
Akron Fire-Rescue holds Open House
Akron Fire-Rescue held a very successful Open House Oct. 1 at the facility along Highway 3. Attendees could meet the first responders, tour the station and equipment, try on gear, che…