The historic Akron Opera House got a new roof last week as part of the restoration project. Nohava Construction of Le Mars replaced the roof and added more insulation. Next step is restoration and/or replacement of upper-level windows with funds presently being raised to complete this step.

By Sabrina Escalante

Akron  Hometowner

Russ Lilly, seed representative and Cole Sitzmann, district sales manager, with Wyffels Hybrids donated $507 to Akron-Westfield FFA during FFA week. The two hung out at The Spot Espresso Bar & Cafe Feb. 21 and the donation was based on the sales that day.

Submitted by: Kaylene A. Hawkins

Albert E. Hoschler, American Legion Post 186, Akron, this year selected Daynen McKee, son of Jessie and Melissa McKee, of Akron, and Hayden Wahlberg, son of Jeff and Beckie Wahlberg of Westfield, as 2024 Iowa Boys State recipients.

A-W track and field teams get off to quick start at Dan Lennon Invite

 By Greg Bates

Contributing writer

By Sabrina Escalante

Akron Hometowner