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Article Thumbnail. 1st customer: Cale Butts made the very first purchase at Shopko today, from clerk Lori Polesky.

Shopko opens in Vinton

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.

Community Development Internship Opportunity

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

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.
Article Thumbnail. Shopko employees have been busy stocking the shelves with the opening just days away.

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

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.
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IMCA honors Kathy Root for many achievements

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.