Connie Blake honored by IBA for 50 Years of Service
Connie Blake of Security National Bank of Akron was recently honored by the Iowa Bankers Association for more than 50 years of service at a bank. The award was presented to Blake durin…
Westfield Congregational Church holds annual Harvest Supper
Westfield Congregational Church holds annual Harvest Supper By Dodie Hook Westfield Congregational Church held another successful Harvest Supper Oct. 26 at the church in Westfield. The…
Board of Supervisors approve new radio system
By Karl Jones, Contributing Writer On October 10, the Plymouth County Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of a new radio system for the Secondary Roads Department. The radio sys…
Westfield elections right around the corner
By Karl Jones, Contributing Writer On November 7, the local elections for the city of Westfield will be held. This year Jenny Hartman-Mendoza is running for the position of mayor. Hart…
An empty ballot? Akron’s mayoral election sees no names on ballot
An empty ballot? Akron’s mayoral election sees no names on ballot By Karl Jones With the local elections right around the corner, several questions remain about who will be serving as …
Akron-Westfield School Board candidates want your vote
By: Chris C. Nelson, Publisher/Owner Familiar faces are asking for your vote this Election Day. There are school board positions open for the Akron-Westfield School District, and those…
Wesley Methodist Church shares summer tithes
Wesley United Methodist Church distributed summer tithes to several organizations. Recipients included: Partners for Patriots which provides service animals to veterans needing support…
Union County Electric awarded Business of Year
By: Akron Hometowner Staffer The Union County Leaders Group recently awarded Union County Electric with ‘Business of the Year.’ The award was presented at the annual Union County 4-H R…
County auxiliary donates to suicide hotline
By: Akron Hometowner Staff The Plymouth County American Legion Auxiliary and Wasmer American Legion Post 241 in Le Mars recently donated funds to support the 988 Suicide Hotline. The 9…
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…