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Labor Day Garbage Collection
August 18, 2017 by ·
On Monday, September 4th, your Waste Management team will observe Labor Day. All collection the week of September 4th – September 8th will be delayed by one day. Collection will be delayed for all services.
Wednesday service will be Thursday, September 7th
Watermelon Days Flyers
July 27, 2017 by ·
2017 Watermelon Days Parade 10am on August 5th
July 24, 2017 by ·
2017 Watermelon Days Parade 10am on August 5th
Click here to preregister or
you can meet August 5th at the Atkins Elementary at 8:30am
Public Meeting to Discuss Fireworks September 18th 2017 at 6:30pm
July 12, 2017 by ·
The State of Iowa recently changed the state code on the sell and use of fireworks. Currently the City of Atkins bans the use of fireworks. The city is in the process of updating the city ordinance for fireworks to stay in compliance with state code. The city can still control the use of fireworks under the new code. The City can still ban the use all together or we can allow use of fireworks (with in state code).
We know that people have many different opinions about the use of fireworks in the city limits. We would like to hear your opinion!! Everyone is welcome to attend a council meeting on September 18th at Atkins City Hall at 6:30pm.
Garrett Hein’s Benefit account at Atkins Savings Bank
July 10, 2017 by ·
Garrett Hein’s Benefit account at Atkins Savings Bank
If you wish do donate an account has been set up at
Atkins Savings Bank.
The family recently had a fire in the home.
12th Annual Gordy Nelson Show
July 7, 2017 by ·
12th Annual Gordy Nelson Show
Present Fire Club
Saturday August 5th, 2017 Atkins, Iowa
Soccer Field (Under the water tower)
Registration 8am – 12pm Registration – $10
Awards 3pm
Classes Include:
Pre-48 Truck 4 x 4
’49 – ’64 Original Motorcycle
’49 – ’64 Street Machine Tractor
’65 – ’70 All Mustang
’71 – ’80 All Camaro
’81 – ’95 All Special Interest
’96 – Present Best of Show
Truck 2 x 4 Best Paint
Hamburgers, Brats, Chips and Water available to purchase
Questions?
Contact Dan Cross at
38fireclub@gmail.com or (319) 446-7928
2nd Annual ATKINS HAS GOT TALENT
June 22, 2017 by ·
Saturday Aug. 5, 2017
4:00 – 6:00 pm
Two Divisions
Junior – Ages up to 15
Senior – ages 16 and older
CASH PRIZES AWARDED IN EACH DIVISION!
1st -$300 2nd– $150 3rd– $50
Please review the rules and complete the entry form and return with the $20 entry fee no later than
JULY 1, 2017
Please contact angela.gammill@gmail.com for more information.
Click Here For Entry Forms
Mail entry forms and refundable entry fee to
Angela Gammill, 3216 70th Street, Atkins, IA 52206.
Atkins Watermelon Days Road Race
June 5, 2017 by ·
5k Run and 1 Mile Run/Walk (Friday Night)
Friday, August 2nd, 2019 – 6:30 P.M.
(Proceeds go to support the Benton Community Cross Country Team)
Click Here for Registration Form
COME FOR THE RUN STAY FOR THE FUN – FOOD AND GAMES AVAILABLE AFTER THE RACES – SPONSORED BY THE ATKINS COMMUNITY CLUB.
Start –Finish: Located at the Atkins City Park Pavilion on the west side of the park. Race start times are 6:30 P.M. The course will be on streets and city grass trails. Packet pick up begins at 5:30 P.M.
Walkers: We encourage walkers in the 1-mile event
1 Mile Run & Walk: $5 entry fee awards given to top 3 finishers over all.
1 Mile participants will not receive a t-shirt/bag
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5K: Females: 13 & Under, 14–19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50–59, 60–69, 70 & Over
Males: 13 & Under, 14–19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50–59, 60–69, 70 & Over
Awards: Medals will be given to the top 3 places in each division and trophies to overall male & female runner
Registration Fee:
€ $5 for all 1 Mile participants (shirts not included)
€ $20 if received by July 19th Includes shirt
€ $25 if mailed after July 19th or paid on race day (shirts not guaranteed)
# $15 No shirt option for the 5K Race
Checks payable to Atkins Community Club Fun Run
Enjoy bottled water, watermelon and other snacks after the race. Also you must be present to win great prizes from our list of sponsors!
Mail Registration To: Atkins 5K Run
Attn: Marty Thomae 203 Cherry Street
Van Horne, IA 52346
If questions please e-mail: mthomae@benton.k12.ia.us
A. H. Schueler Post 217 Memorial Day Program
May 18, 2017 by ·
A. H. Schueler Post 217 Memorial Day Program
Will be at Atkins Memorial Hall on May 29, 2017 at 9:00am
Sewer Debt Fee Increase Coming in January
May 12, 2017 by ·
The sewer debt fee will be increasing in January 2018. The current sewer debt fee is $30.00 and is billed on your City of Atkins Water Bill. This fee will be increasing in January 2018 to a fee of $45.00. This fee goes directly to paying for the New Waste Water Treatment Plant. This will be the last of the increases to the sewer debt fee.
Click here to read more about the new Waste Water Treatment Plant and why it was needed!
City of Atkins Water Quality Report
May 8, 2017 by ·
The City of Atkins is publishing the 2019 Water Quality Report.
This report informs the public that the water is safe to drink and consume.
Click Here to see a copy of the report.
Atkins Firefighters & First Responders Picnic
April 18, 2017 by ·
Atkins Firefighters & First Responders Picnic
Sunday April 30, 2017
Serving: 11:00am to 1:00PM at the Fire Station
Proceeds will be used for Fire/Rescue/EMS Equipment and Training
Pork Loin Plate – $7.00
Potato Salad, Baked Beans
Dessert & Drink
Hot Dog Plate – $4.00
Hot Dog, Chips, Baked Beans
Dessert & Drink
T-Shirt Design for Watermelon Days
March 17, 2017 by ·
Design: Watermelon theme. All drawings must be done on an 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper. You can use up to six colors: You can use markers, colors or colored pencils. You may also do your design on the computer and submit a disc along with a paper copy of the design. A catchy logo also helps!
In the design you need to have the date and Atkins Watermelon Days.
You need to sign your design and include your phone number. If under age 18, we need to have a parent give permission to use your design if chosen.
Ages: All ages!
Prize: If your design is chosen, you will receive a free t-shirt and $25.00!
You may choose to have your name on front.
Deadline: All designs must be submitted before April 20th, 2020 to the Atkins Public Library.
Questions: Contact Cathy Becker at the public library. #446-7676
The Atkins Community Club members will choose the design.
Atkins Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church Essential Oil Information
March 17, 2017 by ·
Atkins Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church Essential Oil Information
Thursday April 6th, at 6:30pm
Basic Essential Oil Information
Speaker Patti Thompson