'Colonel' Rundlett graduates from World Wide College of Auctioneering

VINTON TODAY
March 14, 2016 9:22 am

Earning the honorary title of "Colonel," Dakota W. Rundlett Vinton graduated recently from World Wide College of Auctioneering, (a.k.a. Reisch World Wide College of Auctioneering).

Shopko opens in Vinton

VINTON TODAY
March 13, 2016 5:08 pm

Young Cale Butts made a bit of Vinton retail history this morning when shortly after 9 a.m. he became the first person to ever make a purchase at the new Shopko Hometown Vinton store.

McDonald's to celebrate renovation with After 5, Family Fun Day

VINTON TODAY
March 9, 2016 12:40 pm

The Vinton McDonald’s will be celebrating its renovation with a variety of events over the next several days. On Thursday, Vinton Unlimited members are invited for an After Hours event from 4:30 to 5:30 p.

Community Development Internship Opportunity

MELISSA SCHWAN, DIRECTOR, VU
March 1, 2016 11:03 am

Vinton Unlimited is looking for a summer intern to help with community event planning, marketing, social media and office management. Must be a good communicator in both written and verbal communications.

Upcoming Benton County Action Academy

EMILY UPAH, BDG
February 26, 2016 12:19 pm

We missed YOU at our Action Academy Kickoff; but don’t worry, there is still time to participate! Benton Development Group, Vinton Unlimited and Belle Plaine Community Development hosted a kickoff with the Small Business Development Center to familiarize Benton County small businesses with the Action Academy.

Shopko doors to open March 13; Grand Opening set for March 25

VINTON TODAY
February 25, 2016 4:43 pm

Construction crews are putting their final touches on the project as the Vinton Alco becomes the Vinton Shopko Hometown. Store officials plan to open on Sunday, March 13, in what they call a "soft opening," which means the store will be open for business but not actively advertising.

Walton accepted to West Bend-Polestar program; to become Wilson-Hite agent

VINTON TODAY
February 23, 2016 12:42 pm

It is with great excitement that Wilson-Hite Insurance announces that Tressa Walton has been accepted into the West Bend-Polestar Program.  She is one of 25 in the Midwest accepted into this year’s five month program.

IMCA honors Kathy Root for many achievements

BILL MARTIN, IMCA
February 18, 2016 7:54 pm

The automotive racing world recognized one of its most accomplished members. Kathy Root, retired owner and president of IMCA and now chair of the sanctioning body’s executive committee received an achievement award, citing her dedication to short track auto racing, during the Racing Promotion Monthly workshops in Daytona Beach, Fla.

Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association Annual Meeting & Conference

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
February 18, 2016 11:30 am

Area hay and forage producers are invited to attend the 33rd Annual Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association (EIHPA) Annual Meeting and Conference on Friday, March 11, 2016 at Buzzy’s in Welton.

WANTED: Businesses to take part in the Vinton Community Job Fair

MELISSA SCHWAN, DIRECTOR, VU
February 17, 2016 11:07 am

Tuesday, March 22 from 4-7pm at the Vinton Skate & Activity Center This event offers an excellent opportunity for businesses to enhance their reputation among the Vinton-area residents.