Iowa College Aid Offers Tips to Recent Grads on Managing Student Loan Debt

IOWA COLLEGE STUDENT AID COMMISSION
November 2, 2015 10:52 am

 After walking across the stage in May, college graduates of the Class of 2015 have conquered many firsts – securing a college degree, landing a first job and finding affordable housing to name a few.

$100+2: Bethlehem Lutheran Church Celebrates by giving in October 2015

BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN CHURCH
October 26, 2015 10:36 am

On October 25, 2015, Bethlehem Lutheran Church presented a gift of $102.00 to the Benton County Veterans Affairs.  The Veterans Affairs office gives general assistance to veterans from our county who need temporary help.

CP Friends of the Library Sew Happy with Book and Fabric Sale

RICH HANNEN
October 13, 2015 5:26 pm

The Center Point Friends of the Library book and fabric sale in September gave a big boost to Friends’ spirits and bank account. The sale made more than $1500.

Vinton Garden Club News: Members tour Ray House

JOYCE BRATTEN
October 12, 2015 10:36 am

Vinton Garden Club member of National Garden Clubs, Inc., District II and Central Region met at 11:15 September 23, 2015 at the Ray House in Vinton for a covered dish dinner with speaker Bob Moen giving program on the history of Ray House and a tour of the house.

4-H News

SARAH KREUTNER
October 9, 2015 2:51 pm

The North Eden Willing Workers met Sunday, October 4, 2015 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Vinton. 40 members and three leaders were present.

Daisy Johnson is Homecoming Queen; Kyle Jorgensen named King

VINTON TODAY
October 8, 2015 11:12 pm

Vinton-Shellsburg High School students have chosen Daisy Johnson as Homecoming Queen and Kyle Jorgensen as King. The two were crowned Thursday during the pep rally at the football field.

Iowa College Aid’s Guide Helps Students Plan Their Course to College

VINTON TODAY
October 7, 2015 11:05 am

Your Course to College simplifies the college planning process  The Iowa College Student Aid Commission (Iowa College Aid) announced today the availability of its premiere college planning guide, Your Course to College, for the 2015-16 school year.

Wartburg to induct 72 into Phi Eta Sigma honor society

VINTON TODAY
October 5, 2015 8:35 pm

The Wartburg College chapter of the Phi Eta Sigma first-year honor society will induct 72 new members Sunday, Oct. 10. Those being honored include: Sara Jorgensen, a elementary education advising preference major from Vinton Nathaniel Woeste, a chemistry advising preference major from Atkins Phi Eta Sigma is the oldest and largest freshman honor society.

UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA Graduation List, Summer 2015

VINTON TODAY
October 2, 2015 12:00 am

University of Northern Iowa awards degrees to 455 Summer grads  New alumni were added to the roster of graduates of the University of Northern Iowa .

Benton SWCD Commissioners announce availability of 2 scholarships

RHONDA SAUNDERS, BENTON CO. SWCD
September 24, 2015 10:34 pm

The Benton SWCD Commissioners are announcing that applications are available for two scholarships.  Students are eligible for either of these scholarships if their planned course of study is in any of the fields of agriculture or natural resources.