EMS funding and the future of county-wide ambulance service

To the Editor:

When it comes to calling the ambulance, most people have an expectation of care, but not an expectation of cost.

Fall Turkey Dinner

The Annual Fall Turkey Dinner at Sts. Peter and Paul Church Hall in West Bend will be held on Sunday, October 16. Serving from 3:30-6:45 p.m. carry-outs end at 6 p.m.

Iowa Marsh Bird Program

Titonka native and wildlife researcher Tyler Harms will present the program, Revealing the Secret Lives of Iowa Marsh Birds, at 6 p.m. on Friday, October 14 at the Titonka Public Library.

Corwith Community Club Meal

Thursday, Oct. 13

Adult Book Club,  9:30 a.m., Fenton Public Library, 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Reading The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson. Call 515-889-2333 to join.

Lego Club, 4-5 p.m., Algona Public Library, all ages.

Writer’s Group, 4-6 p.m., Algona Public Library, all ages.

Conversations Connect, 10-11 a.m., 5:30-6:30 p.m., Algona Public Library, adults and older students.

Use your time wisely

SHERIFF

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, October 3

3:21 a.m.: Vehicle in ditch, Titonka.

2:47 a.m.: Suspicious person, Swea City.

Thursday, Oct 13

Hot beef with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, whole wheat roll, fruit

11 a.m. – Exercise

12 p.m. – Kiwanis

1:15 p.m. – Board meeting

Friday,  Oct 14

Baked honey chicken, sweet potato fries, peas, fruit

10 a.m. – Bingo

2 p.m. – Algona Fire Department

Saturday,  Oct 15

1:00 p.m. – Member clean-up day

Monday,  Oct 17

Monday, Oct. 17

9 a.m.: Presbyterian Church

7 p.m.: Candidate Forum

8:30 p.m.: Volleyball vs. Humboldt

Tuesday, Oct. 18

9 a.m.: Trinity Lutheran Church

10 a.m.: Grace Church

7 p.m.: City Council

9 p.m.: Volleyball vs. Humboldt

Wednesday, Oct. 19

9 a.m.: Faith Assembly of God

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

11:30 a.m.: City Council

1 p.m.: Candidate Forum

Medical emergency causes accident

Check out the Algona Senior Center’s scarecrow at the corner of State and Jones streets in Algona. Area businesses, individuals and organizations have created scarecrows with themes at the corner. The annual October event is sponsored by the Algona Area Chamber of Commerce. Which scarecrow will be featured in next week’s Kossuth County Advance? Kim Wegener photo

At left: Queen Moriah Knapp and King Levi Clegg presided over the Homecoming parade for Algona High School last Friday, Sept. 30. Right photo: The Algona High School Flag team led the High School Band down McGregor St. during the homecoming parade. More photos on B7. Amy Frankl-Brandt photos

Josie McMahon (right) and her mother, Chandra McMahon, are all smiles after Josie crossed the finish line in the Tornado Alley one mile fun run Saturday morning, October 1 in Algona. Josie said she had competed in Special Olympics’ events in high school, but this was the first time she had participated in the Tornado Alley one mile fun run. Josie’s father, Paul, encouraged her to participate in the event.

ALGONA—Kossuth Regional Health Center announces the implementation of Epion Digital Check-In, a HITRUST-certified, digital engagement and check-in solution for patients.

Beginning in October, patients will be able to check in for their appointment on any web-enabled smartphone, tablet or computer. No paperwork needed. The process starts with a simple text message or email with a secure link.

ALGONA—Sonya Mack’s mom, Vicki Lamuth, was diagnosed with ALS, often called Lou Gehrig’s disease, in 2005. Lamuth owned a small ceramic store in the upstairs of the "Mini-mall" in Algona until she became to ill to do so and passed away in 2010.

ALGONA—The KRHC Foundation’s annual Legacy Ball is set for November 5 at the Columbia Events Center in Algona featuring a tropical atmosphere and menu.  This year will mark the 20th annual Legacy Ball with Mark Davis, PA chosen as the honorary Legacy Legend.

Above: Grand Marshals retired Kossuth County Sheriff Steve Kollasch (left) and retired Algona Police Chief Kendall Pals. Below: Brier Koch had her hands full carrying the bear she received at the parade from ABATE of Iowa. Kim Wegener photos