Tanna Kampen, a dynamic entrepreneur from West Bend has successfully completed the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program. This milestone highlights her dedication to growing her business and contributing to her community’s economic vitality.

Nancy Sorenson, (left) is this week’s Algona Area Chamber Holiday Prize Drawing winner. Sorenson registered at Grandgenett Jewelry and chose the $400 gift certificate prize offered at Hy-Vee. Presenting Sorenson with her gift certificate prize is store manager Dan Steenhoeck.

Carrie Hammer, daughter of Kirk and Julie Hayes, has been appointed as the associate dean of North Dakota State University’s College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources.

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Thursday, Dec. 19

Chili, cinnamon roll, vegetable, fruit

11 a.m. – Exercise

Friday, Dec. 20

Chicken stew, breadstick, fruit

10:30 a.m. – Bingo

Monday, Dec.  23

Dave Wildin has published a book of his memoirs of his time stationed in Santo Domingo during the Vietnam war.

On April 24, 1965, rebellion broke out in Santo Domingo, capital of the Dominican Republic. Four days later U.S. troops were sent to restore peace and stability and prevent a communist dictatorship. American troops were already fighting in Vietnam and President Lyndon B. Johnson was increasing forces there.

Those who attended the craft night at the Burt Public Library last month got to go home with a gorgeous wreath that they made themselves.

Submitted photos.

Volunteering at a food pantry is a great way to help others. Keeping food safe and handling food safely at the food pantry is the top job of every volunteer. Food pantry volunteers must read, understand, and follow the food safety policies outlined in the food pantry handbook.

Registration is open for educational gardening series

By Alicia Herzog, Master Gardener Program Coordinator

AMES, Iowa – The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Master Gardener program will again host the Home Gardening Webinar Series, beginning in January and ending in March. Sessions will take place every Thursday from 6–7 p.m. central time, ending March 13.

ORANGE CITY, Iowa - The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team will host its annual Dairy Directions Series January 7 in Sac City and January 8 in Pocahontas.

The series will focus on four topics: Cyber security and AI on the farm, a water outlook, a commodity outlook plus what’s going on at the ISU dairy; and a review of dairy markets.

3•2•Do

Visit Santa

There are multiple opportunities to visit Santa this week. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the State 5 Theatre in Algona on Thursday, December 19 from  5:30 - 7:30 p.m. On Friday, December 20, Santa will be at the Whittemore Legion Hall at 10 a.m. Candy and drawings are available starting at 11 a.m. Everyone is welcome.

The Nutcracker

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.

Nyman 50th

Vicki and John Nyman are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, December 21.

Cards in celebration can be sent to 13795 Keytone Springs Dr., Oro Valley, AZ 85755.

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Yocum 65th

Jerry and Edna (Lewis) Yocum are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary on Thursday, December 26.

Walker 75th

Pat Walker celebrated her 75th birthday on Wednesday, December 18.

An open house birthday party will be held on Saturday, December 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Whittemore American Legion.

Cards can also be sent in celebration to PO Box 363, Whittemore, IA 50598.