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Olivia Spencer Marks 18th Birthday, MORE than Half-Heartedly!

Eighteen years ago, Olivia, who most of you know as Liv, was born with a very special heart. Now, not the ordinary kind that is filled with kindness, (though she's got that in spades). I mean medicall...

Fall Cleanup Days scheduled for October 4 & 5

This year the City of Vinton is partnering with S&J Sanitation to offer two options to help Vinton residents take advantage of this weekend. Friendly reminder, this weekend is intended for residen...
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Where Seeds Meet Science: V-S FFA participates in Agronomy 411

Will Kreutner and others, learning about the different parts of a combine. By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn Wednesday, September 10th, 11 members visited Farm Service in Vinton, Iowa, where they explored key topics in agronomy and agriculture. They learned about the science of m...

State Lawmakers Call for Termination of University Employees Celebrating Kirk's

Collins & Evans Call for Termination of University Employees Celebrating Kirk's MurderToday, Rep. Taylor Collins (R) of Mediapolis, IA, Chair of the House Committee on Higher Education, and Senator Ly...

La Porte City Man Arrested After Gun Threats and Cornfield Standoff

Stallone Purdy A tense Thursday night ended in the arrest of a La Porte City man after authorities say he threatened bar patrons and later made threats toward law enforcement during a standoff in a cornfield.The Bla...
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Vinton Police Department Log for September 1-7, 2025

Vinton Police Department Log for September 1-7, 2025All Charges are subject to review by the Benton County Attorney's Office. An arrest or criminalcharge is merely an accusation, and the Defendant is ...

Conservation is Essential – For Our Economy, Our Health, and Our Future

Youth enjoying an evening of firefly catching at Firefly Festival 2025 By Shelby Williams, Director When budget season rolls around, it’s not uncommon to hear that conservation will be “getting the axe.” Parks and natural areas are sometimes viewed as extras, ...

Evaluating Excellence in Dairy & Foods: V-S FFA competes at State

Braedon Hepker, Ciara Dods, and Kassidi Brunssen competed in State Dairy Foods Evaluation.. By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn Friday September 5th, 6 FFA members competed in the State Dairy Cattle and Foods Evaluation. State Dairy Cattle is a contest where members evaluate dairy cattle based on p...
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AG Bird Defends Second Amendment Rights of Law-Abiding Travelers

Attorney General Brenna Bird announced today she joined a coalition of 25 states filing an amicus brief with the United States Supreme Court, urging it to review the constitutionality of Massachusetts...

Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation Invites Iowans to Nominate Veteran Heroes

My Veteran Hero program honors veterans with a free hat customized with an embroidered emblem representing each veteran's military branch.The Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation is proud to unveil its late...
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