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, December 4

3:02 a.m. Request for an ambulance, Wesley.

8:38 a.m. Request for a deputy, Armstrong.

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: Mon. through Saturday, 2-8 p.m., Sunday, noon-8 p.m., through Dec. 31.

Algona POW Museum: Sat. and Sun. 1-4 p.m. through December, closed week days.

It's that time of year again. The Toys for Tots Committee and Abate of Iowa District 7 has teamed up with Marine Corps League #859 to share the Christmas cheer all around Kossuth County. They will be distributing toys to children of all ages up to 18 years old on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Algona. Last year alone, they helped 89 families totaling 213 children. They hope to do at least that again this year.

The Lu Verne Public Library has rented a bus to tour the holiday light display at Kennedy Park in Fort Dodge on Saturday, Dec.16.

The bus will be leaving from the Lu Verne Public Library at 5:30 p.m.

and return around 8:30 p.m. Sign -up is required as there is limited space on the bus.

Children under five must have an adult present. Please sign up by calling 515-882-3436 or stopping by the library.

This free event is hosted by the Lu Verne Public Library.

Santa Claus in Whittemore

Santa Claus Day will be held from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16 at the Whittemore Legion. The holiday event is sponsored by the Whittemore Community Betterment Club. Every child receives a bag of peanuts, candy and apple or orange. Children’s and adult drawings begin at 11 a.m. and must be present to win.

Cookie walk set for Sunday in Bancroft

Harold and Karen Wagenaar of Sheldon were among the exhibitors showcasing and selling new and old toys during the toy show on Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Kossuth County Ag and Motorsports Museum in Algona. Harold has been collecting primarily John Deere tractors and equipment for 55 years. This was the first time the couple had brought his collection to the toy show but they are no strangers to Kossuth County. Harold and Karen (Baumann) are 1964 graduates of Lakota High School.

By Kim Wegener

Features Writer

ALGONA—There were no written or verbal comments received at the three public hearings held at the Algona Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 29.

Following the public hearing on the utility budget, the board approved the 2024 budget. The proposed utility budget had been reviewed and discussed at a meeting at the beginning of November.

Approximately 150 kids participated in holiday activities at Santa’s Family Workshop Saturday afternoon, Dec. 2 at the Algona First United Methodist Church. The event was sponsored by the Algona Rotary Club.

BODE—In a bustling week at Twin Rivers, students across various grade levels have been actively engaging in a myriad of educational and creative activities.

Preschoolers are immersed in collaborative art projects, crafting elves for the upcoming holiday decorations. Simultaneously, they're honing their vocal talents, practicing festive songs for the eagerly anticipated Holiday Program.

The Kossuth County Sheriff’s Office is doing their best to save Christmas by making sure “The Grinch” remains in custody at the Kossuth County Jail. The Grinch cleans, does laundry, works out, plays cards, and talks on the phone. Sheriff Roger Fisher has made sure the Grinch has performed some community service by showing up at North Union Schools to sweep floors, take out the trash and help out in the cafeteria.

IMT Insurance celebrates

giving Tuesday and pledges

Bulldog Heroes

Kindergarten Bulldog Heroes are from left: Alex Giddings, Elizabeth Gibbs, Memphis Neve, Yandel MiJares, Josie Klemm and Adrian Perez Munoz.

First grade Bulldog Heroes are in the front row from left: Hank Wind, Henry Weichert, Cameron Ricke, Neveah Hagedorn and Sabrina Stein.

Bridging Histories: WWII Film Celebrates Unity

A Resonant Reminder for

Modern Harmony

After a successful US theatrical run, Silent Night in Algona was made available to home entertainment on Dec.1 and is being distributed worldwide by BMG-Global.

Silent Night in Algona is a riveting film inspired by actual events in Algona, Iowa, in 1944 and explores unity amid political tensions relevant to contemporary society.

Week 1 winner of the holiday prize drawing was Sue Murphy who registered at State 5 Theatre. She chose the $400 gift certificate from Bomgaars. Pictured with Sue is Bomgaars’ employee Liz Adcock. The Algona Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors the holiday prize drawing. The businesses who are chosen each week will donate $150 of the prize amount with the chamber paying the remainder of $250. Additional drawings will be on Dec. 4, 11 and 18. Amy Frankl-Brandt photo

CLIVE—A northern Iowa man created an unforgettable Thanksgiving memory after scratching off a $100,000 lottery prize.

Allen Walker, 63, of Algona, won the ninth top prize in the Iowa Lottery’s “$100,000 Mega Crossword” scratch game. He bought his ticket at Hy-Vee, 1500 Highway 169 N. in Algona.