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Queen Naomi, King Landon

North Union crowned their king and queen presiding over the homecoming festivities last week. Homecoming queen is Naomi Jones and king is Landon Hagedorn. Kickoff for the game against Lake Mills was changed to 6 p.m. due to rain followed by the dance which ended at 11 p.m. Submitted photo

Queen Kierstin, King Landon

Kierstin Montag was crowned homecoming queen and Landon Montag was crowned homecoming king at West Bend-Mallard High School during coronation at the school on Friday, September 22. The West Bend-Mallard Wolverines defeated Harris-Lake Park in the homecoming football game, 42-18. Submitted photo

Queen Ashley, King Daniel

Daniel Kemna and Ashley Cantu will represent Algona High School as the 2023 homecoming king and queen. The honor was announced during the school’s pep rally Friday afternoon, Sept. 22. The homecoming parade that was to follow was cancelled due to rain. Submitted photo

AHS Homecoming 2023

Special memories made

 

Students decorated the hallways and dressed up for dress for success day, Nickelodeon day, seasons day and spirit day. Although the rain prevented the traditional parade, that didn’t dampen anyone’s spirit.

Burt Federated Women’s Club hosts Music with Glenn

Glen Henriksen presented a concert performing on the piano, organ and keyboard at the Burt Presbyterian Church on September 17. His performance was sponsored by the Burt Federated Women’s Club.

SHIIP Counseling available this fall

ALGONA—Local volunteers will offer free Medicare counseling through the Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) in-person again this fall.

Every year between October 15 and December 7, Iowans on Medicare have the opportunity to review and make changes to their drug plan or Medicare Advantage.

Adventures in Iowa Culinary History program set for October 6 in West Bend

WEST BEND—What comes to mind when you think of Iowa food? Everyone has an Iowa food story, and Lake City, Iowa author Darcy Dougherty Maulsby will bring these stories to life on Friday, October 6, at 1:30 p.m. for the “Adventures in Iowa’s Culinary History” program the West Bend Library. This free event will be hosted by the West Bend Public Library and the West Bend Friends of the Library.

Bringing people together with food

ALGONA—The first ever International Delight dinner featured authentic Cuban food made by Marta Pavón and helping her were from left: Maikel Periche, Alejandro Barranco Pavón, Rodolfo Galvez, Marta Pavón and Mariledia Galvez. They were kept busy as they had a lot of hungry mouths to feed and curious minds to satisfy.

ADCC Studio Excellence Award

 

Energy Dance and Tumbling Company won the The Association of Dance Competitions and Conventions Studio of Excellence at CRU Dance this past competition season.

You can help plant native pollinator seeds

 

KOSSUTH COUNTY—Anyone can join this family-friendly volunteer event to plant native pollinator seeds at recently restored wetlands in Kossuth County on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will spend the day outside spreading native seeds by hand around the top banks of beautifully restored wetlands. Seeding will add valuable habitat for pollinators and other wildlife and stabilize the soil from erosion. After the event, stay to enjoy a free lunch.

Kossuth County Democrats hold 1st Annual Pie and Cookie Auction

TITONKA—The Kossuth County Democrats held their 1st Annual Pie and Cookie Auction Fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 17, at the Titonka City Shelter House. The event was organized to help fund county Democratic activities, including support for local candidates. Kossuth County Democrats also support the Dolores Mertz Scholarship which is awarded to deserving Kossuth County graduating high school seniors each spring.

Algona POW movie wins another award

The film Silent Night in Algona, was just recognized at the Red Letter Awards winning for Best Screenplay, Best Writer and Best Film Overall coming out ahead of such films as Devotion and Jesus Revolution. There were six categories that members of the cast and crew were nominated for.

Last Call before Fall

The rain may have forced the Last Call Before Fall celebration indoors but that didn’t dampen the fun. More than 150 people attended the annual family fun festival on Saturday, Sept. 23 at the VFW in Algona.

Pam’s Final Touch

The Algona Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Pam’s Final Touch during the Algona Area Chamber of Commerce coffee last Friday, Sept. 22 to celebrates it’s new location. Owner Pam Bonnstetter talked about the evolution of her business over the last 26 years and introduced her employees; Steve Wolter, Kathy Dakken, Melissa Rash, Judy Besch and Sherry Dykstra. She first opened her store in West Bend before moving it to Algona at the corner of Call and Jones Streets.

Bulldog Heroes

Kindergarten Bulldog Heroes from left are: Reed Rice, Bodhi Kollasch, Hattie Schutjer, Ellie Hansen and Nora Fell. Submitted photo

Ag in the classroom begins

North Central Iowa Ag in the Classroom educator Kay Kern visited Lucia Wallace Elementary School in Algona on Wednesday, September 13 to start an embryology lesson with 3rd graders.

AITC educators will be back in the school in October after the chick’s hatch to review with the students to find out what they learned. Submitted photo

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