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BENTON COUNTY AUDITOR’S OFFICE FULL-TIME CLERK

HAYLEY RIPPEL, BENTON COUNTY AUDITOR - July 13th, 2025 5:11 pm

The Benton County Auditor’s Office will be accepting applications for a full-time clerk through Friday, July 25, 2025. The position will be responsible for assisting the Auditor and/or Deputy Auditor with his/her duties including, but not limited to: working with governmental processes relating to budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, maintaining accurate real estate records, fixed asset reporting, website maintenance, voter registration, as well as other routine clerical duties as assigned including elections.

13th Annual Party in Pink a Success

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL - July 13th, 2025 1:56 pm

As I reflect on today, I'm filled with gratitude for the incredible support from our community. Despite the rainy start, the 13th Annual Party in Pink 5K/10K was a true success-wrapped up beautifully with a rainbow.Over 100 amazing volunteers and more than 100 dedicated participants showed up with heart and spirit. Some 10K runners braved water hazards and came back smiling, while over half chose to do the 5K route twice-and did so with impressive times!To everyone who took on the 5K-your grit and tenacity were inspiring.

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PARTY IN THE PARK SCHEDULE

VINTON PARKS & RECREATION - July 11th, 2025 11:02 am

FRIDAY, JULY 11, 5 PM TO 9 PM AT COURTHOUSE LAWN5 PM - FARMERS SAVINGS BANK & TRUST Community Picnic: Free hots dogs, chips & drinks served from the bank’s parking lot (401 B Ave)6:30 PM - KIDDIE PARADE: Let your imagination be your guide and dress up like you’re living in the 80’s! Decorate your bike, your stroller or your wagon. Kids in 5th grade and under are invited to participate and join the fun! (Line-up is at Farmers Savings Bank & Trust.

Cornell hires Levis as new vice president, CFO, treasurer

VINTON TODAY - July 10th, 2025 1:50 pm

Cornell College is proud to announce the hire of Rob Levis as the new vice president, chieffinancial officer, and treasurer.Levis comes to Cornell with nearly four decades of experience in finance, leadership, andoperations. Most recently, he has worked with AmeriCorps since 2008, leading budgeting andoperations of the program and residential campus in Vinton, Iowa.

Healthy Kids Iowa Locations

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL - July 9th, 2025 11:42 am

We believe every child deserves access to healthy food.LINK TO: https://hhs.iowa.gov/healthy-kids-iowaHEALTHY KIDS IOWA LOCATIONSVGH Sponsoring at Benton Community SchoolsJune 26th; July 17th; August 7th – 4-7PM600 1st St, Van Horne, IA 52346Near Gym DoorsHEALTHY KIDS IOWA LOCATIONSVGH Sponsoring at Vinton Shellsburg SchoolsJune 26th; July 17th; August 7th – 4-7PM210 W 21st StBack of School Parking Lot (East side of school)Vinton, IA 52349Healthy Kids IowaBrought to you by Virginia Gay Hospital and Your Local SchoolsNo ID.

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Barn Dance Benefit Saturday, July 26th

VINTON TODAY - July 8th, 2025 1:15 pm

We're opening our BARN—and our HEARTS—to help one of our own. A Barn Dance Benefit will be held for Mitch Kacena on Saturday, July 26th. Doors will be open at 6:00 p.m.On June 1st, our son, Mitch Kacena was involved in a terrible accident while helping a friend take down an old radio tower. The tower unexpectedly collapsed with Mitch harnessed to the top, causing him to fall 56 feet!Miraculously, he survived by landing on his feet and rolling to lessen the impact.

Thank You to Simulation in Motion–IA (SIM-IA)

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL - July 3rd, 2025 10:18 pm

Virginia Gay Hospital extends a sincere thank you to Simulation in Motion–IA (SIM-IA) for providing valuable, hands-on training to our clinic staff this week. Their team led us through two high-acuity trauma scenarios—realistic situations that could easily arise during these hot summer months.SIM-IA is a unique program designed to deliver high-quality simulated clinical learning directly to communities across Iowa.

Community Volunteers Serve Up Smiles – Rain or Shine!

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL - July 2nd, 2025 6:51 pm

]Despite the rainy weather, the June 26th food box distribution event was a huge success — thanks to our amazing volunteers (VGH Staff, Van Horne Lions Club, Vinton-Shellsburg School and Staff, Benton Community School and Staff) and community support. A total of 307 kids received food boxes, ensuring families had access to nutritious meals and support when it mattered most.

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Things to do on the 4th of July

VINTON TODAY - July 2nd, 2025 6:50 pm

If you are looking for some fun things to do on the 4th of July, don't forget to take the kids to enjoy the splash pad at Kiwanis Park, or enjoy some play time at Riverside Park, then swing by BL Anderson to check out the new look there! Grab a patriotic book at the library today to enjoy over the weekend!If you prefer a road trip this weekend, here are some activities around the state that you can enjoy over the fourth.

FIREWORKS ORDINANCES AND REPORTING VIOLATIONS

VINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT - July 2nd, 2025 6:46 pm

Due to changes in state law, there are now permitted times and locations for shooting off fireworks within the city limits of Vinton. Residents will not be in violation of the revised fireworks laws (Code of Iowa, Sec. 727.2) if they use their fireworks legally and responsibly during the following times.Permitted Fireworks Times (On Private Property Only) July 3, 2025 9 a.

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