Akron Care Center Administrator resigns
Akron Care Center Administrator resigns By Karl Jones During their September 19 board meeting, the Akron Care Center Board received the resignation of current administrator Patricia R…
Akron-Westfield School gets ready to install a new track
Akron-Westfield School gets ready to install a new track By Karl Jones At their last meeting, the construction of a new track and football stadium was approved by the Akron-Westfield S…
Peoples Bank named a winner of Iowa top workplaces
Peoples Bank has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2023 honor by Iowa Top Workplaces. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by em…
Plymouth County Museum to feature author, veterinarians
Double feature fall fun will be coming to the Plymouth County Historical Museum in Le Mars this Saturday, Sept. 30, when a Le Mars author and veterinarians of Plymouth County are in th…
Local Legionnaires, Auxiliary to host annual Ninth District Fall Conference
About 100 Legionnaires and Auxiliary members will be arriving in Akron the evening of Oct. 6 to attend the American Legion Ninth District Fall Conference, which will be held Saturday, …
Akron Opera House announces 2023-2024 performance dates
Fundraising campaign underway for building The 2023-24 season for the Akron Opera House is fast approaching. This year marks the 54th consecutive season of live performances at the hi…
Akron FBC Teens Attend Youth Rally with Pastor Michael Moos
By Jennifer Wendel Teenagers from Akron’s First Baptist Church attended a Youth Rally hosted by Bible Baptist Church in Brookings, South Dakota. The event, held over the weekend, offer…
Scarecrows invade Akron Park for 23rd year
The 23rd annual Great Akron Scarecrow Festival, hosted by the GWC Friendship & Service Club, was held Sept. 16 in the Akron City Park. It was a beautiful day for a festival and a large…
Sue Higman honored for years of service to Scarecrow Festival
By Dodie Hook At the 23rd annual Great Akron Scarecrow Festival, Sue Higman was honored for her many years of service to the Scarecrow Festival and the Friendship & Service Club. The f…
Great Akron Scarecrow Festival winning scarecrows
The 23rd annual Great Akron Scarecrow Festival, hosted by the GWC Friendship & Service Club, was held Sept. 16 in the Akron City Park. It was a beautiful day for a festival and a large…
Vandals Target Community Hangouts
Police have suspects in spray paint crimes By: Chris C. Nelson, Publisher Police are investigating and believe juveniles are responsible for recent vandalism in Akron. Vandals spray pa…
Fostering Community Wellness: Casey Jacobs' 'Sweaty Saturdays' in the Park
By Jennifer Wendel In a world where fitness is often associated with youth and weight loss, Casey Jacobs is breaking down stereotypes and promoting holistic well-being for all. For the…
Akron Fire-Rescue's Innovative Fundraiser: Serving the Community with a Drive-Thru Pork Loin Dinner
By Jennifer Wendel The Akron Fire-Rescue Association turned up the heat this year with an inventive fundraiser that combined mouthwatering flavors and community engagement. The Akron H…
New Horizons donates to American Legion
New Horizons donates to American Legion New Horizons United Church of Christ served “Taco Plates on the Run,” at a recent Akron Area Farmers Market. The mission portion of the net pro…
SNB donates to Westfield Tractor Pull
Security National Bank again sponsored the “Small Town Throwdown,” aka The Westfield Tractor Pull, held Saturday Sept. 2 in Westfield. Pictured ahead of time is SNB Assistant Branch Ma…
Seasonal City Clean-Up Coming
Residents will have one day to get rid of unwanted items By: Chris C. Nelson, Publisher/Owner Fall clean-up is just around the corner for residents in Akron city limits. It’s the secon…