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Trail work begins

Work has begun on the first stage of the Akron Parks and Recreation trail paving project. The first leg, along the west side of the golf course, will be .5 miles.

Akron Farmers Market

Akron Farmer’s Market committee members Kaylene Hawkins and Sarah Jager along with Kaylene’s son, Richard, thanked sponsors for support at the August 7 Farmers Market.

Akron Public Library Welcomes New Childen's Librarian

BY SABRINA ESCALANTE

Akron Hometowner

The Akron Public Library is thrilled to welcome back a familiar face as their new Children’s librarian. Amber Cluts, a resident of Elk Point, has been rehired to fulfill a vital position in the library, meeting the need for a dedicated and experienced professional to inspire and educate young readers.

Akron's Peoples Bnk celebrates 25th anniversary

 

BY SABRINA ESCALANTE

Akron Hometowner

Since its inception in 1999, Peoples Bank of Akron has been unwavering in its commitment to serving the local community for 25 years. From its humble beginnings in a temporary building, the bank has evolved and grown, always with the local community at the heart of its operations, providing exceptional customer service and support.

Paper Barn no longer accepting papers

The Akron Lion's Club is egretfully ending its paper recycling project after over 40 years. During that time it is estimated that around 1,000 tons of paper was kept from the landfill by this program, aided by the community, A-W FFA, and Heyl Trucking.

The Paper Barn is in need of major repair and the recent flood further damaged it and the paper it contained. There has also been a major decrease in the amount of paper received.

All-Class reunion update

About six alumni and one high school volunteer met July 17 to address labels and put stamps on over 800 “Save the Date” postcards for the 2025 reunion. Notifications were only sent to classes 1945-1980.

Hopefully by now, individuals are receiving their postcards and putting the dates on their calendars.

 

Brad Harvey Plymouth County Fair Hall of Fame Inductee



By: Sabrina Escalante 

The Plymouth County Fair Royal Saathoff Sisters 

By: Sabrina Escalante 

Celebrates 90 years

Sally Vreugdenhil is turning 90 on August 13.  Please help her celebrate by sending birthday wishes to:

Sally Vreugdenhil

311 Lee Drive

Alcester, SD  57001

Flood caused mosquito population to increase

 

BY SABRINA ESCALANTE

Akron Hometowner

Progress continues at football field

Work continues at the Akron-Westfield football field and is getting closer to completion. The school is planning an Open House for the public to come see all the new construction August 19 at 6:30 p.m. Watch for more details.

A bucket lift love story

 

By Sabrina Escalante

Akron Hometowner

Burst of Beauty

 

BY SHARON FRERICHS

Akron Hometowner

This week’s pictures feature the abundant Burst of Beauty at 400 Depot Street in Akron. The photos were taken by Jo Sandra Jammerthal.

Remember, if you have pictures you would like to share send them to me at the Akron Hometowner email at akronhometowneria@ gmail.com.

Akron’s Public Library Summer Reading Program events

BY SABRINA ESCALANTE

Akron Hometowner

Eight A-W students vying for Plymouth County Fair king and queen

Akron-Westfield will be well represented in the Plymouth County Fair Royalty. There are three of the four king candidates and five of the 13 queen candidates representing local 4-H or Akron-Westfield FFA. The king and queen crowning will take place Wednesday, July 24 at 7 p.m. in Pioneer Village at the fairgrounds.

Allison Nixa receives merit-based scholarship

Akron-Westfield graduate Allison Nixa was one of 21 students to receive a merit-based scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year from the The Tower Family Foundation.

New owners of Hummers give back to community

 

Donate refrigerator to Westfield Ball Park

In Westfield, when a community member puts a call out for a need on Facebook and that call gets answered within a few hours by a local business, that is called small community hospitality!

Westfield community works together to protect the town

SUBMITTED BY JENNY HARTMAN-MENDOZA

Westfield Mayor

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