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Houdini presenter to share historic magician’s story at library, Nov. 6
Duffy Hudson, known nationally for his ability to present a variety of historical characters, will...
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PopularTo the Editor: How tax cut will kill Social Security
To the Editor: “Starving The Beast” is a political strategy currently being happily employed by American conservatives to limit social security spending by cutting taxes. They do this in order to deprive the working...
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Latest2018 Vinton Christmas Ornaments are now available!
The 2018 Vinton Christmas Ornaments are now available! Melissa Schwan said that this year’s ornament features the Benton County Fair. Ornaments are available at Arnold Motor Supply, Cameron’s, Clingman Pharmacy, Henkle Creek,...
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LatestVS freshman Fett earns trip to State Cross Country Meet
After finishing third at the WaMaC Conference cross country meet last week, Vinton-Shellsburg freshman Kay Fett earned a spot in the Class 3A State Cross Country Meet with a 4th place finish in the state qualifying meet at West...
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Subsurface Mapping Provides Value to Iowans: Watch the drill in action!
The Iowa Geological Survey will demonstrate the use of a high-powered drill rig Thursday, October 11, in Urbana, Iowa. Soil samples taken during the drilling will be used to conduct geologic mapping that supports sound land use...
Benton FFA to host veterans fund-raising breakfast, Oct. 7
The Benton Community FFA Chapter will be hosting a Veterans Benefit Breakfast on Sunday, October 7th at the Van Horne Community Center from 8 AM to 12:30 PM. The breakfast will consist of pancakes, eggs, sausage, biscuits and...
CAROLYN (KAHLE) MECKLENBURG
Carolyn (Kahle) Mecklenburg, 71, died Friday, Sept. 14, 2018, following a sudden illness. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19, at St. John Catholic Church in Blairstown with Father Craig Steimel...
VSU swimmers take 2nd at Williamsburt meet
VSU swimmers competed in Williamsburg on Tuesday, and placed 2nd out of 5 teams (Tipton,...
Obituaries
Lula ‘Pee Wee’ Miller
Vinton—Lula B. “Pee Wee” Miller, 93, died Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at Willow Gardens Care Center in Marion. Private family graveside services will be held at Evergreen Cemetery, Vinton. Lula was born February 20, 1925 in Polk...
Read MoreJericho June Fisher “Squig”
Jericho June Fisher “Squig”, a nickname given to her by her aunt Skita Fisher cut ties to this world on Sunday, October 7, 2018, when she passed away peacefully at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, MN. Her mom and step-dad,...
Read MoreRobert Arthur “Bob” Domer
Robert Arthur “Bob” Domer, 77, died Tuesday, October 16, 2018, at his home in rural Vinton following a recent illness. Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 19, 2018, at the Vinton Presbyterian Church with...
Read MoreCarol Jean (Land) Bantz
Carol Jean (Land) Bantz was born on December 19, 1946 to Thomas and Sue Land of Ripley, TN. Carol passed away peacefully in her home on October 14 surrounded by family. Carol met her husband, John “Jack” Bantz, in Long Beach,...
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Cards of Love: Area riders plan motorcycle gathering in honor of Yvonne Zimpfer
For years, the Ron-Da-Voo has been a place for motorcycle riders to gather for fun, friendship and occasionally, benefit rides such as the Special Olympics Ride Rick and Yvonne Zimpfer, who are member of A.B.A.T.E. (American...
Read MoreVinton Legion to hold Tenderloin dinner
Come on out to the Vinton American Legion, Thursday October 25, from 5:00 to 7:00 .pm, for our last Tenderloin Dinner, of this year. Cost is $8.00, and inclides a 6 oz Tenderloin on a Kaiser Bun, with French Fries, Coleslaw and...
Read MoreHalloween: Trick or Treat hours and VPRD schedule of events
City wide trick or treating will run from 5-7 p.m. in Vinton on Halloween, Wednesday, Oct. 31. The “Be The Change” fitness group will also offer Trunk or Treat options for the kiddos on the 1st Avenue block (by...
Read MoreChapter HG, PEO to meet
Chapter HG, PEO will meet October 22nd at 7:30 P.M. at the home of Amy Salger. Kathy VanSteenhyse is co-hosting and Janet Woodhouse has the...
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