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Three big openings at A-W

Things will look a lot different in the coming months at Akron-Westfield as the Westerners will be replacing three successful coaches.

Kent Johnson, Todd Colt and Robyn Van Eldik have all announced they will not be coaching in the upcoming seasons.

Welcome to the swamp

By Kim Fickett

The greatest fairy tale never told is coming to the Akron Opera House April 10-12.

A-W jazz band makes school history

By Kim Fickett

The Akron-Westfield jazz band has been selected to perform amongst the elite in the state.

Hwy 75 detour begins Monday

By Kim Fickett

It was announced at Tuesday’s Plymouth County Board of Supervisors meeting that a major thoroughfare in Plymouth County will experience a two-week detour beginning Monday, April 7.

Proposed teacher agreement moves forward

By Kim Fickett

The Akron-Westfield School Board and the Akron-Westfield Education Association not only presented their initial proposals on Thursday, March 27, but came to an agreement for the 2025-2026 school year.

A-W boys begin track & field season at USD

The Akron-Westfield boys 4x400 meter relay team along with Archer Small started their seasons off with solid performances. The Westerners track and field team took part in the Dan Lennon Indoor Meet on the campus of the University of South Dakota on Mar. 18.

A-W girls track & field compete at USD

The Akron-Westfield girls track and field team opened their season at the Dan Lennon Indoor Meet on the campus of the University of South Dakota on Mar. 18.

Keep your vision in sight

The Akron Hometowner 

By: Sabrina Escalante

March is recognized as Save Your Vision Month, a national observance dedicated to promoting eye health and raising awareness about the importance of regular eye exams. The American Optometric Association (AOA) sponsors this initiative, encouraging individuals to prioritize their vision care.

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