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The City will host a public informational meeting on Thursday, March 13 at 6 p.m. at the Algona Public Library in Conference Room A. On Feb. 24, 2025, the Kossuth County Sheriff's Office took a report of a subject from the Burt area that was the victim of a scam. A contractor has been chosen for exterior renovations to
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Algona Youth prepare to fly
3+ day, 22+ hour ago (232+ words) Dozens of local middle schoolers are preparing to view Kossuth County from thousands of feet in the air this weekend, thanks to the return of a hands-on aviation tradition. Local pilot Aaron McCartan visited Algona and Bishop Garrigan middle schools…...
Bishop Garrigan High School Homecoming Court
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (172+ words) Kylie Capesius Parents: Mike and Jan Capesius Hometown: Lu Verne Activities: Honor society, cheerleading, dance, DECA, choir, musical, speech Work: Nanny, also works at nursing home Future Plans: To be a NICU nurse and attend Mercy College Michael Joyce Parents:…...
The foundations of sustainable farming
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (173+ words) The agricultural sector is built on plants and animal life, but the industry can still affect the environment in ways that contribute to the ill effects of climate change. According to data published in a 2022 report from McKinsey & Company, agriculture…...
To Guatemala, with love
3+ week, 4+ day ago (171+ words) Divine Mercy parishioners take faith, offer service on mission trip Special to the Advance Ten parishioners from Divine Mercy Parish based in Algona embarked on a mission trip to Guatemala August 3 – 10, partnering with the AKALA Family Foundation, an organization focused…...
Blood drives set for Algona next month
3+ week, 4+ day ago (172+ words) Every two seconds, someoneu2019s life relies on a blood transfusion. Those in need range from burn victims to surgery patients to those fighting deadly diseases. LifeServe Blood Center has scheduled two blood drives in Algona in September. One is at Bishop…...
State Forest seedling orders start 9-1
3+ week, 4+ day ago (169+ words) The DNR State Forest Nursery is gearing up for fall 2026 and spring 2027 seedling orders. Seedlings can be ordered Sept. 1 – May 15. The bare-root seedlings are packaged in bundles of 25 inside sealed and labeled plastic bags. Tree varieties include 23 species of native…...
Correction: Typo in Political Voices column headline
3+ week, 4+ day ago (129+ words) The August 2026 edition of Political Voices, distributed by the Iowa Newspaper Association, was sent to member newspapers with a typographical error in the topic headline. The headline should have read: “School Choice & Public Education: How should the state balance school…...
Online course provides skills for local food system
3+ week, 4+ day ago (173+ words) The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Food Systems Team is accepting registrations for Virtual Local Food Leader 101, an online course designed to help participants develop knowledge, skills and connections for effective contribution to community food systems initiatives. Through five…...
Kossuth has high rate of bus safety violations
3+ week, 4+ day ago (173+ words) As local schools prepare for students to return, area drivers are reminded to educate themselves on school bus safety. The number of drivers passing a school bus unlawfully is increasing in Kossuth, which places students and all drivers in danger....
Families of faith
3+ week, 4+ day ago (166+ words) Back to school As we approach the beginning of a new school year, backpacks are packed, classrooms are prepared and families settle into the rhythms of another school year. For many, “back to school” means new teachers, new schedules, homework,…...