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KIWANIS ANNUAL PANCAKE FUNDRAISER SATURDAY, MARCH 1 SERVING 7:00-11:30AM

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The Kiwanis Annual Pancake Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 1 serving from 7:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the Vinton-Shellsburg High School cafeteria. The menu includes: -PANCAKES -SAUSAGE -EGGS -REFRESHMENTThe cost is a freewill donation with a suggested $10 minimum donation.Join us for breakfast and enjoy the Community Wellness Fair in the High School gym.
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DuCharme pleads Guilty

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Robert "Bob" DuCharme, the former owner of Tactical Creations in Vinton, was arrested last March 5, 2024, on a total of 10 charges:1 - Sexual Abuse, Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child, a Class B Felony2,3,4,5,6 - Sexual Abuse, 2nd Degree, Class B Felony7, 8- Assault with intent to Commit Sexual Abuse, Aggravated Misdemeanor9, 10 - Lascivious Acts with a Child - Fondle or Touch, Class C FelonyThis week DuCharme entered an Alford plea of guilt to charges 8,9 and 10.

Lions Club 5th Annual Beef & Noodles Fundraiser

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Join us on Saturday, March 8, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm for our 5th Annual Beef & Noodles fundraiser. You can either dine in or grab and go. Everything will take place at the Fire Station in Garrison. We will also be handing out the items you ordered during our food sales drive at the same time.The menu will be homemade Beef & Noodles, green beans, a roll, and fruit.

Weather update for today 2/5/25: Freezing rain expected this afternoon

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Vinton Shellsburg February Newsletter

V-S High School Welcomes New Associate Principal & Activities Director

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Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District is pleased to announce the hiring of Christine McSweeney as the new High School Associate Principal and Aric Chvala as the new Activities Director for Vinton-Shellsburg. Both bring extensive experience in education and leadership that will strengthen the district’s commitment to student growth, engagement, and success.

Kiwanis Club Delivers Dictionaries to 3rd Graders, Inspiring Young Minds

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The Kiwanis Club of Vinton continued its mission of serving the community by delivering dictionaries to all third-grade students in the Vinton-Shellsburg School District. This annual tradition aims to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young minds while also introducing them to the importance of service and community involvement.Kiwanis Club President Craig Ollinger and member Lexa Speidel visited the classrooms, engaging students in an interactive discussion about the wealth of knowledge contained in the books.
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Benton County Compensation Board sets dollar amount raises for Elected Officials

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Representing the elected officials at this year's meeting were:Melinda Schoettmer, Benton County Treasurer - Tressa WaltonRay Lough, Benton County Attorney - John KetchenBenton County Board of Supervisors: Ron Tippett  - Mike BarronTracy Seeman - Steve WilliamsBruce Volz - Hayley Rippel Benton County Auditor - Michelle SchoonoverLexa Spiedel, Benton County Recorder - John YundtDave Upah, Benton County Sheriff - Charlie GarwoodYundt opened the discussion for proposals for the elected officials.

Benton County Public Health to host open house February 11th

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February is American Heart Month! In that spirit, Benton County Public Health will be hosting an open house at the Benton County Service Center on Tuesday, February 11th from 8:00am - 4:00pm. Stop in and get your blood pressure & heart rate checked by our nurse, take home a magnet on recognizing the signs of a heart attack, take part in our hot chocolate bar, & view our updated office & clinic spaces.
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