Sixteen Akron Kids Compete in Mutton Bustin’ Event
By Eric J. Robbins Mutton Bustin’ is a new event at the Plymouth County Fair this year. The FFA and 4-H sponsored event is for youth who may be interested in a future in the rodeo. …
Kenny Ahern: A Variety Show at the Plymouth Co. Fair
By Eric J. Robbins The Kenny Ahern Variety Show is a new act to the Plymouth County Fair this year. But Ahern isn’t exactly a newcomer to the entertainment business. In fact, he has …
Plymouth County Fair Has A New Class for Swine Showing
By Eric J. Robbins Bacon Buddies is a brand-new event at the Plymouth County Fair this year. This FFA and 4-H sponsored event is an opportunity for students with learning and/or deve…
Driver's Education
As the new school year speeds closer, parents and guardians plan to enroll their children in driver's ed. Julie Bundy has been teaching driver’s ed since 2004. She currently teaches th…
School Registration
School registration looks different at Akron Westfield Community School this year. With the ongoing construction, registration will be available online from August 1-8, 2023. Staff wil…
Akron City-Wide Garage SALE-abration
By Eric J. Robbins Are garage sales a thing of the past? In some towns, perhaps, but in Akron, Iowa we can count on them to return year after year. Residents in Akron love to put on qu…
Akron Farmers Market Looks Toward The Future
by Eric J. Robbins Vegetables, Crafts, and Baked Goods, Oh My! Farmers markets have become essential across many small towns. In Akron, the farmers market is quite a staple with many s…
Akron newspaper has a new owner for the first time in two decade
Chris Nelson announcing in a public meeting next week new direction for paper For the first time in 22 years, the Akron Hometowner will have a new owner starting this week. Chris Nels…