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Chris Nelson

Submitted by admin on 8 June 2023
Chris Nelson is the President and CEO of Nelson Media Company. Founded in 2020, Chris saw a need for local media marketing and storytelling. As a television meteorologist with nearly a decade in the industry, he harnessed those experiences to quickly grow NMC into an organization that serves clients across the Midwest and the nation. Chris is passionate about helping clients connect with their customers. He describes himself as a visionary and continues to grow the NMC brand, venturing into the newspaper industry in 2021.
History Comes Alive at Akron Area Historical Museum with "Three Days in Dakota"

The Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante 

What if one of the most famous outlaw chases in American history passed through your own backyard?

County Board Discusses Land Splits, Funeral Safety and Financial Updates

By Sabrina Escalante

The Plymouth County Board of Supervisors tackled a wide range of topics during its recent meeting, including rural land subdivisions, emergency communications, county finances and a proposal aimed at improving safety and respect during funeral processions near local cemeteries.

Long winning streak paced A-W this season

By Greg Bates

Contributing writer 

 

When her team pulled off a pair of victories in the MOC Tournament in early June, Akron-Westfield softball coach Rachel Harris knew it would be a big turning point in the season.

 

Hartman ready for the next level

By Greg Bates

Contributing writer 

 

A phenomenal senior season on the diamond showed that William Hartman is more than ready to play college baseball.

 

Akron pride at the Plymouth County Fair

The Hometowner

By Sabrina Escalante

For generations, the Plymouth County Fair has been more than just a summer event. The fair has been a place where traditions are passed from one generation to the next, friendships are strengthened, and the agricultural heritage of Plymouth County is celebrated.

'Best Five Days of Summer' at Plymouth County Fair

By Sabrina Escalante

With August around the corner, Akron residents are preparing for one of summer’s most anticipated events and traditions in northwest Iowa, the Plymouth County Fair.

Akron-Westfield School Board Approves Contracts, Handbooks for New School Year

The Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante


The Akron-Westfield Board of Education approved several annual items and personnel contracts during its regular meeting

July 13, preparing for the start of the 2026-27 school year. 

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