The Hartington Municipal Swimming Pool opened for the season last week. Even though the weather wasn't exactly hot, that didn't keep area youngsters from heading to the pool. (top, left) Emmitt Schneider shoots water into the air to entertain himself. (above) Athena Bottolfsen carries her brother, Eros, back to the edge of the pool. (left) Before the pool could be opened for the season staff members, such as Melayna McGregor had to work for several days to get it ready for the new season. Josie Heine | Cedar County News