What We're Reading: I Feel Bad About My Neck and Other Thoughts on Being a Woman

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 23, 2025 11:57 am

I recently read 'I Feel Bad About My Neck and Other Thoughts on Being a Woman' by Nora Ephron, and I was immediately drawn in by the title—mostly because, truthfully, my neck was the first part of my body to show its age once I hit my 40s! That bit of humor, paired with my admiration for Ephron’s work, made this a must-read.

What We're Reading: Regretting You

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 22, 2025 2:35 pm

Whenever I hear about a book-to-movie adaptation, I immediately want to jump on the bandwagon — read the book first, then enjoy the movie!So when I saw the trailer for 'Regretting You,' I thought, “Wait… how did I miss this Colleen Hoover book?!”'Regretting You' follows Morgan Grant and her sixteen-year-old daughter, Clara.

What We're Reading: Bewilderment

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 21, 2025 11:46 am

I recently read ‘Bewilderment’ by Richard Powers, my choice for Vinton’s Big Read. This novel is set in the near-future and blurs the lines between literary fiction and science fiction.

Fall Care of Newly Planted Trees

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
October 21, 2025 11:46 am

Proper Care Now Contributes to Success Next SpringAs autumn settles over Iowa, it’s easy to think gardening season is winding down. But for trees — especially those newly planted — fall is a critical time for care and preparation.

What We're Reading: The Last Letter

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 20, 2025 3:15 pm

Did you ever think you could fall in love with someone through letters?If your answer is no, 'The Last Letter' by Rebecca Yarros will change your mind.

What We're Reading: Bunny

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 19, 2025 1:36 pm

I don’t often do a happy dance, but when I spotted 'Bunny' by Mona Awad waiting to be labeled at the circulation desk, I practically jumped out of my skin with glee.

What we're reading: Heartwood

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 16, 2025 5:21 pm

Review of 'Heartwood' by Amity GaigeThis was easily one of the top books I've read this year! What starts out as the desire of a middle-aged lady to walk the Appalachian Trail turns into a powerful page-turner.

UW-La Crosse announces summer 2025 graduates

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-LA CROSSE
October 16, 2025 5:21 pm

The following area students completed degree requirements at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in August.   The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, founded in 1909, is one of 13 four-year institutions comprising the Universities of Wisconsin.

What We're Reading: Britfield & the Lost Crown

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 15, 2025 12:10 pm

‘Britfield & the Lost Crown’ by C.R. StewartI wish that one of our younger patrons had told me about this book series much sooner! Set in England, an orphanage housing 56 children from ages 5 to 16, Weatherly is a 16th century castle, seven stories high.

Notes from the Past: Reminiscences

BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
October 15, 2025 12:09 pm

The Vinton Eagle; 1855 - 1905 Semi-Centennial NumberReminiscencesBy T. S. Palmer Los Angeles, Cal., Nov. 10, 1904Editor of the Eagle: Dear Sir - I received your request to send some items of early history of Vinton and Benton Counties.