The Grand Prize winners for the Bancroft Chamber Bucks Wrap it Up event were Allison Delperdang, pictured above, and Bill Lofstrom, pictured below. They each received $150 in Bancroft Chamber Bucks. Submitted photo.

WASHINGTON – Corn production declined, while soybean production increased from last year, according to the 2024 Crop Production Annual Summary released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.

Seventeen Algona Middle Scholars were accepted into ICDA District Honor Choir to be held in Algona. This district honor choir features fifth and sixth grade students from around the area. The  Honor Choir director is Jolene Shaefer from Storm Lake. Their performance will take place in the Wilcox PAC on Tuesday Feb. 18 at 7 p.m.

Marisa Merkel is the 3-8 vocal music instructor for Algona Community Schools.

Each year blood donors help to save millions of lives. Individuals who routinely donate blood may not give it a second thought, but this selfless gesture ensures accident victims and others get a helping hand when they need it most. Recipients of blood donations are there for the culmination of a process that begins with generous donors, who may be curious about exactly what happens to their blood after it's collected.

By Suzanne Slack, Kendra Meyer

ISU Extension & Outreach

Topics include viticulture, enology, fruits and vegetable production and more

AMES, Iowa – Registration is open for the 2025 Iowa Specialty Producers Conference, Feb. 11-12, at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny. Session topics include viticulture, enology, fruits, vegetables, specialty crops and business and marketing.

The Euchre results for Tuesday, Jan. 7 at Pep’s are:

First place - Mark Wolf and Theresa DeLange.

Second place - Joe and Kay Courtney.

Third place was a tie between - Sandi Boekelman/Doreen Koepke and Sharon Berte/Rebecca Bonnstetter.

Most loners - Kevin McPeak with three.

The door prize went to Sandy Buscher and Sandi Boekelman.

Everyone is welcome to participate on Tuesday nights. For more information call 515-320-3719.

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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.

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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: