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Algonopoly

This year’s theme for the Algona Area Chamber of Commerce annual event was Algonopoly. This event is a great opportunity to look back on everything they’ve accomplished in the past year,  share a glimpse of what’s coming up and thank chamber members for their ongoing support. It’s also the chamber’s biggest fundraiser of the year. This year, there was both an online and live auction with a wide variety of items.

Dr. Justin Kuecker honored as 2024 Master Pork Partner

ALGONA, IOWA - The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is proud to announce Dr. Justin Kuecker as the 2024 Master Pork Partner Veterinarian of the Year. The award winners embody the diversity of Iowa’s pig farms and the dedicated individuals who support pork producers. Nominated by their peers and neighbors, these honorees reflect the strength and collaboration within the pork industry.

State Street proposal selected as grant applicant

By Molly Montag, News Correspondent

A proposal to rehabilitate a 77-year-old downtown building has been chosen as Algona’s applicant for a competitive statewide grant. The project could include space for apartments and businesses.

21st century human trafficking facts Iowans need to know

By Mary Ann Ahrens, Chair

AAUW Iowa Human Trafficking Prevention Task Force

Sheriff’s deputies file plans to form union

By Molly Montag, News Correspondent

Kossuth County Sheriff’s Deputies notified county officials they plan to form a collective bargaining unit.

The bargaining unit, or union, would be for full-time deputies only, according to a petition for amendment of bargaining unit filed with the State Employee Appeal Board. It would not include supervisory staff, elected officials or office staff.

Bids for removal of Ash trees

The City of Algona is accepting sealed bids for the removal of Ash trees. Sealed bids must be received before 9 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, in the office of the Deputy City Administrator, 112 W. Call Street, P.O. Box 452, Algona, Iowa 50511. Proposals not physically received by the City of Algona by that time will be returned, unopened, to the submitting entity. The City reserves the right to refuse any and all bids; as well as the right to waive technicalities in bids received.

FSB helps Grandstand project

Farmers State Bank is proud to be donating $25,000 to the Kossuth County Fair Grandstand Renovation Project.  Jennifer Geelan said, “The grandstand is a vital community landmark. We are excited about the new opportunities that will be available and the improvements for the existing events.”

From gaming to reality

By Kristin Danley Greiner, Farm News

Grant Hilbert grew up in Ankeny but spent summers and breaks from school on his grandparents’ Algona farm. Those experiences shaped his yearning to become a farmer, but he had no means to become a part of the family operation.

Kiwanis Students of the Month

Below in order:

From Algona Middle School Haylen Wellman, daughter of Gregg Wellman and Sandy Sarchet. Pictured with Christine Doerning (teacher), Sandy Sarchet, Haylen, Gregg Wellman and Bob Ketchum (Kiwanis). 

 

From Bishop Garrigan Junior High Riley Doerning, daughter of Paul and Christine Doerning. Pictured with Kristie Hough (Principal), Paul, Riley, Christine and Bob Ketchum (Kiwanis).

Euchre results

The Euchre results for Tuesday, Jan. 21 at Pep’s are:

First place - Bruce Keith and Eddie Rahe with 64.

Second place - Joe and Kay Courtney with 60.

Third place - Wayne Patterson and Chuck Kollasch with 59.

Most loners - Mark Wolf with five.

The door prize went to Rebecca Bonnstetter.

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

100 Chinese students in Muscatine?

By Brennan Kajewski, AHS Journalism

The Algona Model UN team has achieved a lot so far this year. Model UN is, in essence, a live action roleplay as the United Nations. They discuss a variety of international issues from the perspective of a selected country or countries. The goal of this practice is to come up with a cooperative and mutually beneficial solution to these problems, hopefully with more efficiency than the real United Nations.

A year in harmony

By Maci Mallory, AHS Journalism

The choir has participated in various events, including concerts, festivals and competitions so far this school year. In Sept. 13 students attended the State Clinic and two students submitted recordings for an honor choir audition.  Twenty-three students also had the opportunity to audition for Shrek the Musical.

Fueling Bulldogs

By Taylor VanOtterloo, AHS Journalism

The Bark House is an entrepreneurial opportunity AHS students get to experience through the class Bulldog Bites, with Mrs. Louwagie. The class is made up of 12 students, mainly juniors and seniors, with a few sophomores sprinkled in as well. Throughout the one term class, students learn how to market, manage, and produce goods sold to students and staff at Algona High School.

Bulldog Heroes

Below in order:

First grade Bulldog Heros in the first row: Hannah Lium, Kamden Patterson, Inaili Castillo Mesa, Angely Ledesma Cabrera, Opie Wiita and Jesus Tejera Ramos. Second grade Bulldog Heroes in back row: Paxton Vaske, Jack Murphy, Cambria Dornbier, Hayden King and Shay Schimmelpfennig.

 

Third grade Bulldog Heroes from left: Jaxson Monson, Gunner Geitzenauer, Boston McPeak, Samantha Fair, Duncan Zeece and Luke Berte.

 

Recurring & Ongoing Events

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.

Community Calendar & 3•2•Do

3•2•Do

 

Frostbite Olympics

Soup Cookoff Fundraiser:

Thurs., Jan. 30, 5-7 p.m., Algona VFW

Frostbite Game Night:

Fri., Jan. 31, 6-8 p.m., O.B. Laing Gym

Ice Fishing Derby:

Sat., Feb. 1, 8-10:30 a.m., Smith Lake

Flamingo Bingo and Meal:

Sat., Feb. 1, 5:30 p.m., Algona VFW

 

Tails of Hope

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