Business
Vinton Public Library Closed through April 14 - Check out their website
The Vinton Public Library will be closed through April 14, 2020. The book drop is still available to return any materials. You can visit the library website and find all kinds of information there.
Ehlinger's Express: offers free deliveries
I still believe that Vinton is different than any other town I've lived in, ok, just two others...but this is why Vinton is so awesome. Kudos to Ehlinger's for going above and beyond for those around us that need a hand staying safe! If you wonder how much they are going to make from this? Well, they are getting paid in smiles! From their Facebook page.
McClure Financial Services: Update
McClure Financial is postponing all face to face client appointments until further notice. We are continuing to work on tax returns, payrolls and bookkeeping, but the office is closed to clients. Clients can deliver information for returns by dropping it through our letter slot or via U.S. Mail. We can also arrange to exchange information through our secure online portal.
Palace Theatre: Closed until further notice
In light of the Governor’s announcement last night to close Iowa schools for the next 4 weeks, and the CDC recommendation to avoid gatherings of groups of people greater than 50 for the next 8 weeks, the Palace Theatre will be closed until further notice.Thank you for understanding the need to prioritize the safety of our patrons, volunteers, and staff.
Kwik Star Breaking Ground, scheduled to open in 5 months
The large equipment has rolled into town, and the earth is being rearranged and hauled away to make room for the new Kwik Star. The store/gas station will be located just to the north side of Theisen's.Kwik Star should be ready to open, near mid-August if things go as planned.Click for photos Clipper Corner to Celebrate their 35th Anniversary March 18
Clipper Corner will be celebrating its 35th Anniversary on March 18th with specials throughout the day.There will be refreshments, drawings for door prizes and specials! Mary Barkdoll, the owner would like to invite you in for a $9 haircut, $35 hair color (by appointment 472-4367) or you can save 35% off of hair care products.Congratulations M Bowers Discount now open in Vinton
Vinton welcomed a new business to town. Bowers Best Discount Store is worth a trip if you've never visited one. Adding Vinton to their chain of stores, Bowers opened in Vinton on Leap Day. Hours are limited and the store is closed Monday - Wednesday.The Vinton store has clothing from sizes newborn to plus size, some furniture, bedding, health & beauty and more.
Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association Annual Meeting & Conference
Area hay and forage producers are invited to attend the 37th Annual Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association (EIHPA) Annual Meeting and Conference on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Buzzy’s in Welton. Registration will begin at 10:00 a.m. with the program scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m.This year’s speakers feature William Edwards, retired ISU Economist, and Dave Lubben, Monticello farmer.
Vinton Popcorn Company selling T-Shirts
Support the Vinton Popcorn Company by ordering a t-shirt! The online store, through Tharp Design, will be open until Friday, February 28th.Click below toOrder a T-Shirt!Vinton popcorn was started in the 1940s and was sold several times before the end of operation in 1998. It was not until 2011 that several community leaders and the Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District came together to bring the business back to life.
Produce Safety Alliance courses offered across the state
Produce Safety Alliance courses will be held across the state during Fall 2019 and Winter 2020Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will host eleven Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training meetings through March 2020. The training sessions are for fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs).