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Algona legislative forum starts with discussion on Trump

The first question addressed to three area legislators sparked a testy conversation at a legislative forum at the Algona Public Library Feb. 8. Reps. Tedd Gassman and Terry Baxter and Sen. Dennis Guth fielded questions and offered input during the forum.

Steburg receives top honor from INA

"My list of trusted coworkers is a lot shorter," a smiling Nancy Steburg said in reaction after she was surprised with one of the Iowa Newspaper Association's (INA) top awards.
Steburg, a 43-year employee of Algona Publishing Company and currently its general manager, was one of two recipients of the INA Distinguished Service Award, presented at then newspaper association's annual convention Feb. 7 in Des Moines.

Special Features in Health Section

See Section C of the Feb. 13 Kossuth County Advance to read about the stimulators used at the nursing program at Iowa Lakes Community College, a new approach to physical education at West Bend-Mallard shools, the use of therapy dogs in Algona schools, what the Kossuth County Cancer Support Foundation is all about and how telepharmacies are impacting Kossuth County.

Williams pleads guilty to murder

Valentino Williams, 35, of Coralville, was sentenced to life in prison without parole in district court Feb. 7.
In December, Williams was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and first-degree robbery in Kossuth County District Court. The arrest came after Williams allegedly shot and killed Jessica Weishaar during an attempted bank robbery Dec. 4, 2019, in Lu Verne.
Get all the details in the Feb. 13 Kossuth County Advance.

Grads influenced Bishop Garrigan chapel

During the chapel blessing Feb. 21 at Bishop Garrigan, those who attend will see the special touches of several graduates who played a role in its construction on the northwest side of the school.
The chapel blessing is at 1 p.m. There is also an open house with cookies and punch after the ceremony.
Read more in the Feb. 13 Advance.

Dance teams train for hours

All 30 of the young women participating on the Algona and Bishop Garrigan dance teams will tell you it takes athletic ability, coordination and stamina to participate in dance.
"Staying poised while your body is exhausted is more challenging than some might think," said Katie Miller. Along with Ashley Meyer, Miller coaches the Bishop Garrigan squad.
Read the complete story in the Feb. 13 Advance.

Millions of dollars in street projects

Four funding options are on the table for major street renovations in Algona.
Curt Wiseman, Algona city administrator, said any of the funding options would help because the city is starting to make a game plan for street improvements. "It doesn't provide an overall, comprehensive plan," he said.
Get the details in the Feb. 13 Advance.

Reccommendation for KRHC administrator expected

After an executive session Feb. 13, the Kossuth Regional Health Center (KRHC) Board of Trustees is scheduled to recommend to MercyOne its chief executive officer selection.
There are three finalists. On May 1, Scott Curtis took over his current position after serving as CEO and administrator at KRHC. Dar Elbert has served as interim administrator since that time.
Read the complete story in the Feb. 13 Kossuth County Advance.

Corwith library accelerates technology use

Two quicker and more efficient computers are paying immediate dividends for the Corwith Public Library.
"I think it will bring more patrons in," said Courtney Fish, director of the library. "The better the computers run, the more patrons want to use them."
Read the complete story in the Feb. 13 Kossuth County Advance.

St. Valentine's Day

On the 14th of February, many people celebrate Valentine's Day, named after a Christian pastor named Valentine. As a secular holiday, it's quite popular, with children exchanging treats and cards and adults going on dates and giving each other romantic gifts. It's a holiday strongly associated with romance, love and the little cherub, Cupid.

Official: Buttigieg won Kossuth County Democratic caucus

When the recruiting, counting and coin flipping were complete, Kossuth County Democrats selected Pete Buttigieg as the leading candidate for the party's presidential nomination.
The former mayor of South Bend, Ind., collected 35 percent of the local votes cast, and he won 40 percent of Kossuth County's delegates during the Iowa Caucuses Monday, Feb. 3.
Get all the details in the Feb. 13 Kossuth County Advance.

50th middle school science fair adds award

The Science Fair will be a special night at the Algona Middle School Thursday, Feb. 13. Not only will middle school students showcase their science projects, this year's event is the 50th anniversary, and a new award will be presented to a student in honor of longtime science advocate, the Rev. Walt Reemtsma.

Caucus: Trump, Buttigieg

It excited Hannah Haverkamp to participate in her first Iowa Caucus Monday at Iowa Lakes Community College.
"I've voted a couple of times before, but being able to be part of the caucus and to see the ins and outs of the caucus is exciting," Haverkamp said.
Read the complete story in the Feb. 6 Kossuth County Advance.

Frostbite a favored affliction

It was the first time ice fishing for 3-year-old Malori Larsen at the ice Frostbite Olympics ice fishing derby on Saturday.
Attendees could participate in more than a dozen Frostbite Olympics events during the three-day celebration around Algona last weekend.
Read about all the fun and see lots of photos in the Feb. 6 Advance.

Sunny Solar project outlook

The first step into solar energy for Algona Municipal Utilities (AMU) is underway. Construction could begin in 2020 if the project is approved.
"It will be the first solar owned project purchased by North Iowa Municipal Electric Cooperative for AMU," said John Bilsten, AMU general manager. "We have been working on potential projects for some time."
Read more about it in the Feb. 6 Advance.

Students assist others during Catholic Schools Week

Sam Plathe, a Bishop Garrigan eighth-grade student, concentrated on a thank you card he was making for the priests in the Five Saints parishes on Wednesday during Catholic Schools Week.

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