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The Vinton Guild of Fine Arts has been planning the 2026 Community Mural, a public engagement project intended to involve artists and community members in together designing and producing the next mural in Vinton.

Saturday, May 30th, is the annual fundraiser for the Shellsburg Area Community Group. You are encouraged to stop by Wildcat between 9:00 and 1:30 p.m. to support the group’s efforts.

Friends, neighbors and families gathered at the historic Bear Creek Cemetery and Bear Creek Church over the Memorial Day weekend to honor the memory of loved ones and veterans who have passed away.

Just north of Vinton, at the Marlow home, a Memorial Day display received an unexpected and unforgettable finishing touch this week. A large Bigfoot figure stood quietly holding an American flag beside a single white cross in a simple but meaningful tribute to those who gave their lives in service to the country.

With flags fluttering in the spring breeze and flowers carefully placed beside weathered headstones, Vinton area students and residents once again came together to prepare local cemeteries for Memorial Day weekend.

The Benton County American Legion presented local students with various scholarships and awards. Opening the ceremony was Michael Naylor, the Benton County Commander who presented the scholarships along with Chair Doug Anderson.

Members of the Benton County American Legion recently took time to honor the sacrifices of America’s veterans by placing a memorial wreath at the Benton County Memorial along Highway 30.

As families pause this Memorial Day weekend to remember and honor those who served our country, many may also be looking for meaningful ways to keep the memory of their veterans alive for future generations.

The Shellsburg American Legion Saturday morning breakfast is held each Saturday. The hours are 8 - 10 am. Click here to download the breakfast menu (PDF).

Brandon/VintonA Memorial Day Service will be held at the Bear Creek Cemetery on Monday, May 25, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.The freewill donation breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.