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By Greg Bates

Contributing writer

Akron Opera House has announced audition dates for the musical “Jersey Boys” with performance dates of April 11, 12, 13, and 14. Auditions will be held at 6 p.m.  Jan 31 and 6 p.m.  Feb 4, both at the opera house.  A large cast is needed, with cameo roles for both men and women.  All in high school and older are welcome!  

New Horizons United Church of Christ is celebrating its 18th Founders’ Day, “The Plans I Have for You!” Sunday, Feb. 4. Tenets of the Church include mission, stewardship, church should be fun, and a place where people feel safe (as in, all are welcome) to worship.  In all, to glorify God!  New Horizons is located at 141 Reed Street, Akron, on the ground level of Ye Olde Opera House. The folks of New Horizons are grateful for their Church Home!

In spite of severe cold weather on January 15, 2024, with a high of 8 and a low of -7 degrees, 104 voters came to the St. Patrick’s Parish Hall in Akron. Gary Horton set up the location; Alex Pick was elected chair with Pastor Susan Juilfs chosen as secretary.

For Republicans:

Even with the very chilly weather, there was a nice crowd attending the Akron Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet Jan. 20 at the Akron Golf Club. 

To start things off, President Lori Rabey welcomed everyone which was followed by a buffet with sliders, salads, and desserts.

Norma Jean Rabey of Akron, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family.

Shirley Ann (Fay) McGillicuddy Colorado, formerly of Akron, Iowa, passed away Friday, January 19, 2024, at Grand River Health in Rifle, Colorado surrounded by her family.