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First grade Bulldog Heroes first row from left: Auggie Traub, Violet Schechinger, Makenna Smidt, James Elbert and Alison Acosta. Second grade Bulldog Heroes back row from left: Graham Kuecker, Sherly Ajpacaja, Brock Vaske, Eyler Ginger, Atheena Norland and Janelle Siefken. Submitted photos.

3•2•Do

Beauty and the Beast Jr.

All Call Theatre is putting on the show, “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” on Friday, January 17 at 7 p.m. and again on Sunday, January 19 at 2 and 5 p.m. at the Wilcox Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $10 at the door.

Bloody Mary Contest

By Jordan Behounek, Public Relations Manager, KRHC

As we step into the new year, it's the perfect time to prioritize your health and wellness. One of the best ways to ensure you're staying on track is by scheduling regular health screenings and check-ups. These proactive steps are essential for catching potential health issues early, which can lead to better outcomes and a healthier life in the long run.

Why Are Screenings So Important?

Have you been to an International Delight dinner? If you’ve tasted the flavors of Cuba, Venezuela, Iowa and Mexico at previous dinners, you won’t want to miss this opportunity for some fine dining.

International Delight is bringing Thai Fusion to the First Congregational United Church of Christ (UCC) Fellowship Hall at 315 S. Moore Street in Algona on Monday, Jan. 27 from 5:30 – 7 p.m.

Tickets may be purchased at:

Apply by Jan. 31

Undergraduate and graduate students studying music can apply for the DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship through Jan. 31, 2025. Sponsored by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), the scholarship provides a one-time $5,000 award to one student annually who is pursuing undergraduate or graduate study in music.

Erpelding 50th

Gary and Paula (Lockwood) Erpelding are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, January 25.

The couple were wed on January 25, 1975 at St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona.

Drown 80th

Marge Drown is celebrating her 80th birthday on Wednesday, January 22.

With her in celebration are her children, Lynn Dahlhauser, Mike Dahlhauser and Lisa Williams.

A card shower is being hosted in her honor. Cards can be sent to 307 1st Ave. NE, West Bend, IA 50597.

Cash Alan Marsh

Kaylee Meyer and Nick Marsh of Whittemore announce the birth of their son, Cash Alan on January 8, 2025 at the Kossuth Regional Health Center.

He weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and was 19 inches long.

Maternal grandparents are Kim and Clint Meyer of Swea City.

Paternal grandparents are Jessica and Chris Marsh of Jeffers, MN.

Wilder Joseph Nath

Buena Vista University Fall 2024 Dean’s List

STORM LAKE – Buena Vista University congratulates more than 560 students who were named to the Fall 2024 Dean’s List. The Dean’s List recognizes full-time students achieving a 3.5 grade point average or higher for the semester.

Dean’s List students from Kossuth County are Trevor Kruse of Lone Rock, Kyle Simpson of Lu Verne, Maggie Vaske of Bancroft and Sonata Ward-Arrowood of Algona.

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: Saturdays and Sundays 1-4 p.m.; Memorial Day to Labor Day open weekdays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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, January 6

NO REPORT

Tuesday, January 7

2:49 a.m. Report of suspicious activity, Oak Lake.

Monday, January 6

12:43 a.m. Ambulance.

1:53 a.m. Ambulance.

2:58 p.m. Welfare check.

5:21 p.m. Parking complaint.

9:34 p.m. Unlock.

11:19 p.m. Violation of no contact order.

Tuesday, January 7

12:26 a.m. Subjects sleeping in vehicle.

2:49 a.m. Aided.

6:23 a.m. Mental.

8:21 a.m. Theft at Hy-Vee.

8:23 a.m. Alarm.

9:02 a.m. Driving complaint.

Monday,  Jan. 20

9 a.m.: Presbyterian Church

6 p.m.: Girls BB vs. Fort Dodge

8 p.m.: Girls Wrestling vs. IF-A, EG, WC

Tuesday,  Jan. 21

9 a.m.: Trinity Lutheran Church

10 a.m.: Grace Church

5 p.m.: Girls BB vs. Fort Dodge

7 p.m.: City Council

9 p.m.: Boys Wrestling vs. ELC, Okoboji

Wednesday,  Jan. 22

9 a.m.: Faith Assembly of God

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

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Email: ascalgona@netamumail.com

Thursday, Jan. 16

Ham loaf, sweet potatoes, vegetable, fruit

11 a.m. – Exercise

Friday, Jan. 17

Tuna noodle casserole, vegetable, fruit

December saw above average temperatures across the State. Precipitation was near normal for the State as a whole, but the western one-third of the State had below normal precipitation. Several areas received measurable rainfall the last week of the month. Many reporters described December as mild, which allowed fertilizer and manure applications to continue. Winter wheat and cover crop planting were reported.