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Von Hagel steps down after eight years

By Kim Fickett

After eight years as an Akron-Westfield school board member, Pam Von Hagel will be stepping away from the boardroom.

EPJ may halt tuition agreement with A-W

By Kim Fickett

A letter from the Elk Point-Jefferson (EPJ) School District Superintendent concerning ceasing its Greater Hoyt Capital Outlay Agreement was at the top of the discussion at the recent Akron-Westfield school board meeting on Sept. 8.

County libraries receive FY ‘25-’26 funding

By Kim Fickett

Library funding allocations throughout Plymouth County were approved at the Sept. 9 Board of Supervisors meeting.

Auditor Stacey Feldman said it was at budget time when the board approved increasing the library funding from $140,000 in fiscal year 2024-2025 to $145,000 this year.

‘It takes a village’

Seven ladies at core of ‘village’ since festival’s inception 

The Akron Hometowner 

By: Sabrina Escalante 

 

Eden Valley Apple Orchard & Aronia Farm open for the season

The Akron Hometowner 

By: Sabrina Escalante 

Among the endless fields of corn and beans lies an apple orchard in the Siouxland region. 

Real Estate, Mobile Home taxes are due

Plymouth County Treasurer Shelly Sitzmann reminds property owners that property taxes are due in September. 

The first half of Real Estate, Mobile Home and Special Assessment taxes can be paid in the office, online, or by mail throughout September.

Ranking places A-W amongst ‘The Best’

By Kim Fickett

A school ranking system by a national publication is looked at cautiously by Akron-Westfield administration.

Phonothon shatters goal, sets new record

By Kim Fickett

The phone rang and Plymouth County residents answered the call in a big way.

Akron announces Fall Clean Up Days

By Kim Fickett

With fall arriving on Sept. 22, it’s the perfect time to freshen up and declutter your home and yard. 

The City of Akron will hold its annual Fall Clean Up days on Friday, Sept. 26 and Saturday, Sept. 27.

Music Boosters help bolster A-W fine arts

By Kim Fickett

There is no doubt that music helps round out the educational experience, and at Akron-Westfield, the Music Boosters have been an integral part of ensuring that’s the case.

Back to School Reading Program

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante 

The Akron Public Library team is brainstorming ways to keep children active in the library and increase their reading drive by introducing their Back to School Reading Challenge. 

Akron is proud to host Stacey Besch's 170th event

The Akron Hometowner 

Sex trafficking can occur anywhere 

By Sabrina Escalante 

You Filthy Animal: Pet Salon on wheels

The Akron Hometowner

By Sabrina Escalante 

Kim Meyers, a certified veterinary technician and groomer, opened her traveling pet salon, You Filthy Animal, six months ago. She travels throughout the Siouxland area offering pet grooming services. 

EMA/Sheriff building moves to next phase

By Kim Fickett

An initial list of specifications for the new EMA/Sheriff storage building to be located on the Plymouth County Law Enforcement campus was reviewed by the Plymouth County Board of Supervisors at its Tuesday, Aug. 26 meeting. 

Get down in the dirt: Spink Tractor Pull to benefit Gabel family

By Kim Fickett

Who’s ready to get down in the dirt? That’s right, the second annual Spink Shootout is being held Sept. 13-14.

NHD Booster Club in its infancy 

By Kim Fickett

It’s all about the kids. That is the inspiration behind the idea to form a National History Day (NHD) Booster Club at Akron-Westfield.

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