By Iowa State University

Extension and Outreach Staff

February is Heart Month when we show love to those in our lives.  Many people associate the holiday with sweets including chocolate or candies.

Sugar has been linked to many health problems including cardiovascular disease, obesity and high blood pressure.

Many Americans consume large amounts of sugar from sugar sweetened beverages, baked goods, candies, cereals and desserts.

The family of Dick Deitering has announced that scholarship applications are now available for 2024 for persons attending post-secondary trade/vocational programs. The forms are available at North Union, North Iowa, Bishop Garrigan and Algona High Schools as well as at Deitering Bros., Inc. in Bancroft.

By Jasper Wirth

AHS Journalism

This year Algona High School decided to bring back a fun activity for students to participate in, Mock Trial. In Mock Trial, students study a fake court case given to them. At the competition, they become the lawyers and witnesses fighting for their side of the case. After they prepare cases for both the prosecution and defense, they will present in front of a judge, like a real court case!

DES MOINES—Governor Kim Reynolds has signed an extension of the proclamation relating to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer, and manure.   

DES MOINES—The Iowa Beef Industry Council (IBIC) and the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association (ICA) announce the commencement of the 15th annual Iowa’s Best Burger contest.

Officials say this highly anticipated event has become a hallmark of culinary excellence, showcasing the diverse and delicious burgers crafted by Iowa’s talented chefs and restaurateurs.

Monday, Feb. 19

9 a.m.: Presbyterian Church

7 p.m.: Girls BB Regional vs. GHV

Tuesday, Feb. 20

9 a.m.: Trinity Lutheran Church

10 a.m.: Grace Church

7 p.m.: City Council

9 p.m.: Girls BB Regional vs. GHV

Wednesday, Feb. 21

9 a.m.: Faith Assembly of God

10:30 a.m.: Divine Mercy Catholic Church

11:30 a.m.: City Council

8 p.m.: Boys District BB

Notice to Readers:

The information included on this page has been obtained from public records — either court files, police and sheriff logs or accident reports. The Kossuth County Advance staff reminds readers that all charges are accusations, and the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Monday, February 5

8:19 a.m. Request to speak to deputy, Armstrong.

10:31 a.m. Request for a deputy, Swea City.

Notice to Readers:

The information included on this page has been obtained from public records — either court files, police and sheriff logs or accident reports. The Kossuth County Advance staff reminds readers that all charges are accusations, and the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Monday, February 5

12:51 p.m. Speak with officer.

1:15 p.m. Speak with officer regarding threats.

2:21 p.m. Unlock.

Thursday, Feb. 15

Open faced pizza burger, peas, peach dessert

11 a.m. – Exercise 

1 p.m. – Crafts with Wanda

Friday, Feb. 16

Salmon patty, baked potato, green beans, mixed fruit

10:30 a.m. – Bingo

Monday,  Feb.  19

Ham slice, roasted sweet potatoes, scalloped corn, dinner rolls, pears

10:30 a.m. – Bingo

Tuesday, Feb. 20

Taco casserole, spanish rice, refried beans, banana

YMCA Winter Wingding

The 3rd Annual YMCA Winter Wingding will be held on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 6:30-11 p.m. at the Columbia Events Center. The fundraising event will feature a trivia contest, games, raffles, food and silent auction.

Breakfast to support trap shooting

To update this information, email news@algona.com or call 515-295-3535. Some changes to schedules may occur without notice. 

____Libraries, Museums, recreation, EVENTS_____

Algona Nativity Scene: Small groups by appointment. Call 515-295-7241.

Algona POW Museum: Sat. and Sun. 1-4 p.m. through December, closed week days.

Tuesday's (Feb. 13) board of Supervisors meeting will be cancelled due to the Chairman and Vice Chairman being unable to attend.

By Kim Wegener

Features Writer

Willis and LaBerta (Ostwald) Struecker first met when friends set them up on a blind date back in 1952. Prior to being set-up on that movie date in Algona which was a double date with friends, Willis admits he knew who LaBerta was from seeing her at church as both their families attended the same Lutheran church in Whittemore.

By Kim Wegener

Features Writer

WEST BEND—Paul Peppmeier has been named the shared superintendent of the West Bend-Mallard and Gilmore City - Bradgate CSD beginning July 1, 2024.

The new shared superintendent announcement came after a closed session at a special school board meeting in West Bend on Thursday, Feb. 1. The two finalists for the shared superintendent position were Johanna Cooper and Peppmeier.

In January 2024, Pastor Russ Jacobson from the United Methodist Church in Algona received a letter inquiring about an Algona woman killed in WWII. The letter read:

Greetings,