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It’s time for our library’s annual community input survey! Please take a moment and help the library with your input!   https://www.surveymonkey.

There are going to be strong to severe thunderstorms possible at times throughout the weekend.Key Messages● Occasional rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected tonight through Monday (5/15 - 5/18), but with prolonged dry periods as well.

The Vinton-Shellsburg High School Senior Awards Night brought approximately $175,250 in scholarships and grants to the graduating class of 2026.Below is a list of the scholarships and award winners:Local ScholarshipsBenton County American Legion (Fritz Noren)……Aly Erickson, Olivia McDaniel, Gracyn KingsburyBenton County American Legion Auxiliary Merit (Ed Schaffer)………Teagan Salter and Gracie WhelanVinton American Legion (George G.

The Benton County, Iowa, Post 218 of the Amvets and Vinton, Iowa, American Legion George G. Luckey Post 57, Adjutant Doug Wood (left), with longtime Post 57 member Ken Silker, prepare to raise a new flag, obtained through Post 57, at the Lutheran Living Communities Campus.

The Kiwanis Club welcomed a new face this week as Brian Zoll — pronounced “Zole” — introduced himself, he is the City of Vinton’s new Building Inspector and Code Enforcement Officer.

At Virginia Gay Hospital (VGH), our mission is not only to provide exceptional care but also to foster a culture where employees feel empowered to make a difference every day.

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the qualified electors of the County of Benton, State of Iowa, that the Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, the 2nd day of June, 2026.

The Benton County 4-H Livestock Skills interest group turned in a historic performance at the 2026 Iowa 4-H Livestock Triathlon in Ames. Held on the campus of Iowa State University, the Triathlon was a two-day event featuring competitions in Livestock Quiz Bowl, Skillathon, and Judging.

Vinton-Shellsburg Retirees  and Award Winners  will be honored at a public open-house reception Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

The Mid-Iowa Youth Beef Team (MIYBT) has officially kicked off their 2026 May Beef Month celebration with a trip to radio station, KIX101.1.Team members Luella, Paisley, Josie, Jack, Aurora, Hayden, and Ray recorded radio spots with DJs Brandon Lewis and David Braga.