Legionnaires receive honors
Posted July 24, 2014 at 5:00 am
By Julie Ann Madden
There wasn’t a dry eye in the Albert E. Hoschler American Legion Post No. 186 in Akron Thursday morning, July 17
Volunteers spend week cleaning up Big Sioux
Posted July 24, 2014 at 5:00 am
By Julie Ann Madden
Last week volunteers picked up 28.1 tons of trash out of the Big Sioux River from Gitchie Manitou near Sioux Falls, S.D., to Westfield.
According to Iowa Project A Watershed Awareness River Expedition (AWARE) coordinator Lynette Seigley, 85 to 90 percent of the materials were recyclable.
Items collected included:
• 549 tires, including a few brand new never used on rims. The tires weighed 12,432 lbs. Volunteers removed the tires from the rims and cleaned the tires, then Bridgestone Tire Company takes the tires at no charge.
• 37,180 lbs. of scrap metal;
Homicide investigation continues
Posted July 24, 2014 at 5:00 am
By Julie Ann Madden
As of press time Monday, the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Office and Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation continue to investigate and gather information on the violent deaths of Donald Neunaber and his wife, Esther,
Community mourns loss of lifelong members as investigators search for answers
Posted July 16, 2014 at 9:35 pm
By Julie Ann Madden
There are not enough words to explain the horrible scene authorities found at 17279 180th St. in rural Akron, the evening of July
Iowa’s June rains ranked fourth wettest month in 141 years
Posted July 23, 2014 at 5:02 pm
June rainfalls brought precipitation during the first half of 2014 to above normal levels for the state. The June statewide average rainfall was almost ten inches, and for the most recent two weeks the rainfall of 4.3 inches was nearly double the normal
Iowa’s top grillers to compete at Iowa State Fair
Posted July 23, 2014 at 5:00 pm
Recent studies from the Hearth, Patio, and Barbecue Association found that nearly three in four Americans own a grill, and consumers find outdoor cooking to be convenient, pleasurable, and one of the best ways to spend quality time with family and friends.
River’s Bend Wildlife Area officially opened Tuesday
Posted July 16, 2014 at 9:43 pm
River’s Bend Wildlife Area, just south of Akron, officially opened Tuesday. On July 10, Plymouth County Conservation Board members and guests held their monthly meeting at the site and decided to open
Fire destroys vacant Akron house
Posted July 16, 2014 at 9:40 pm
By Julie Ann Madden
At 1:58 a.m., July 10, Akron firefighters were called to 500 S. Eighth St., in Akron.
Brule Creek Lutheran to celebrate 150th
Posted July 16, 2014 at 9:38 pm
Brule Creek Lutheran Church congregation is planning a two-day celebration for their church’s 150th Anniversary.
The public is invited to attend the festivities, which will be held the weekend of Aug. 9 and 10 at the
Union County Fair Tractor Pull set for Aug. 1 in Alcester
Posted July 16, 2014 at 9:37 pm
The Union County Fair will have its annual Tractor Pull at the Fairgrounds in Alcester on Friday, Aug. 1.
Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. with the pull starting at 7:00 p.m.
July Activities at the Union County Museum
Posted July 15, 2014 at 10:26 pm
The Union County Historical Society is sponsoring a book club, Hello History, for children ages 7 through 10 (second through fourth grade) Saturday, July 26, from 10:00 a.m. until noon at the museum located at 707 W. Main Street in Elk Point. Each
Learn about moths at Hillview
Posted July 15, 2014 at 10:23 pm
Hillview Recreation Area near Hinton will host Moth Mania, a program during National Moth Week, at 8:30 to 10 p.m., Monday, July 21.
National Moth Week is July 19 through July 27. Finding moths can be
Ann Tornberg Announces Candidacy for District 16 SD State Senate
Posted July 10, 2014 at 5:00 am
Ann Tornberg, of rural Beresford, has announced her candidacy for the State Senate representing District 16. Ann is a retired teacher, family farm owner, and legislative aide who served in Pierre during the last
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It’s official – Akron has its own ambulance
Posted July 10, 2014 at 5:00 am
As of July 1, Akron’s ambulance service was turned over to be run by the City of Akron and is officially called Akron EMS. Siouxland Paramedics, Inc., the prior provider, wished to terminate their contract June 30, stating it was no longer cost
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A-W’s young squad bows out to Jays
Posted July 24, 2014 at 5:00 am
By Steve Peterson
Gehlen Catholic showed why it was a season-long power house as the Jays cruised to a 9-0 district tournament win over Akron-Westfield at the Riverview Sports Complex July 15, ending the Westerners’ season.
Rebels on a roll: win league title
Posted July 24, 2014 at 5:00 am
By Steve Peterson
The Akron Rebels used a seven-run second inning to beat Larchwood, 11-0, and claim the Stateline League regular season title July 18 before a large home crowd.
A-W: Back to State!
Posted July 24, 2014 at 5:00 am
By Hank Krause
The Akron-Westfield girls defeated Newell-Fonda, 6-2 on Monday July 14 for a berth in the state tourney.
A-W improved its record to 35-0 with the win over
A-W dominates All-WEC team
Posted July 23, 2014 at 5:11 pm
By Steve Peterson
Akron-Westfield, for the 12th straight year, won the War Eagle Conference softball championship and the Lady Westerners had seven players on the All-WEC team.
Senior Kayla Tindall
Akron-Westfield 2014 baseball
Posted July 23, 2014 at 5:10 pm
Akron-Westfield baseball team members for 2014 are, (front row l to r) Jacob Neubrand, A.J. Nemesio, Conner Anderson, Skyler Briggs and Charlie Anderson. (Middle row) Aaron Allard, Caleb Colt, Riley Dennison, Dylan Irizarry, Cal
A-W softball squad’s magical ‘14, 35-0 season
Posted July 23, 2014 at 5:03 pm
Akron-Westfield’s 2014 softball season scores to date, 35-0 record:
Unity Christian, 14-0 win
South O’Brien, 11-1 win
Gehlen Catholic, 8-1 win
A-W blasts HLP to end regular season
Posted July 16, 2014 at 9:41 pm
By Steve Peterson
Akron-Westfield completed the regular season on a bright note with an 11-1 win over Harris-Lake Park in a War Eagle Conference contest July 10.
The Westerners had
New banner
Posted July 16, 2014 at 9:41 pm
A new state championship updated banner was donated by the family of Virgil Smith with memorial funds. Westerner signs at the entrances to town were also updated with these funds. Pictured is Virgil’s son, Dennis,
Rebels crush Lennox, 10-0
Posted July 15, 2014 at 10:24 pm
By Steve Peterson
After a nine-day break the Akron Rebels baseball team returned to action to host Lennox in a makeup game July 11 and came away with a 10-0 home win in seven innings.
A-W’s ‘Fab Five’ lead the Lady Westerners
Posted July 15, 2014 at 10:21 pm
by Steve Peterson
For Akron-Westfield softball fans, they’re the familiar leaders, the “Fab Five,” leading the Lady Westerners in their final post-season push.
Seniors Jordan Hansen, Sarah Schroeder, Dana Hedlund,
Former Akron resident celebrates 100th birthday
Posted July 24, 2014 at 5:00 am
By Julie Ann Madden
On Thursday, July 24, a former Akron, S.D., resident will mark her 100th birthday.
“I
First Farmers Market
Posted July 23, 2014 at 5:09 pm
Hawarden Regional Healthcare was the food vendor at the first Akron Farmers Market July 16. They hosted a community picnic for people to come see the new plans for the Hawarden Hospital. Serving those coming
50 years together
Posted July 23, 2014 at 5:08 pm
Stan and Linda Rolfes will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on August 1, 2014, with an open house beginning at 7:00 pm at the Akron Golf Course Clubhouse hosted by their children and grandchildren.
Book signing will be at Akron library Aug. 8
Posted July 23, 2014 at 5:00 am
By Julie Ann Madden
It’s tragic. It’s unbelievable. It’s something that doesn’t happen in our small town — a town that just three weeks ago came together to save Akron
65 Years together
Posted July 16, 2014 at 9:37 pm
Harold and Mary Burcham will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary with an Open House Brunch at Crescent Park United Methodist Church, 2826 Myrtle St., Sioux City, Iowa, on Sunday, July 20 from 10:30 a.m.-1:00
Elena May Saloum
Posted July 16, 2014 at 9:36 pm
Jim and Amber Saloum (nee Sommervold) of Sioux Falls, S.D., are excited to announce the arrival of their daughter, Elena May Saloum. Elena arrived on May 3rd, 2014 at 8:48 a.m. weighing 7 lb. 11
Engagement Announced
Posted July 16, 2014 at 9:36 pm
Todd and Tammy Colt of Akron announce the engagement of their daughter, Tana Rae Colt, to Thomas Charles Stewart, son of Gregory Stewart of Spencer, Iowa, and Charlene Wetherell of Alta, Iowa.
Akron Care Center receives donation from Britton Chiropractic
Posted July 10, 2014 at 5:00 am
Dr. Brad Britton (r) of Britton Chiropractic & Rehab Clinic in Akron presents a $1,000.00 check to the Akron Care Center. Accepting the donation is Brandon Verros (l), Akron Care Center administrator.
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Legion reaches goal, thanks to matching gift
Posted July 10, 2014 at 5:00 am
John and Mary Lucken of Akron challenged American Legion Post 186 with a matching gift of $2,000 if members of the Legion could raise an equal fund. The Legion membership raised $2,400 to secure
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Celebrates 100 years
Posted July 10, 2014 at 5:00 am
Elvera Wilken will celebrate her 100th birthday July 24. A card shower is being held in her honor.
Send your birthday greetings to: Elvera Wilken, 101 Church St., Morningside Manor, Alcester, SD 57001.
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