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Did you know this about the American Legion: Square Knot Award
The square Knot Award provides recognition to those members of The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of The American Legion who who are actively involved with the youth of their communities through the programs of the Boys Scouts of America. The award consists of a gold and purple square knot patch, which may be worn on the Scout uniform, a certificate and congratulatory letter from the National Commander of the American Legion.
NCCC-FEMA Corps Team Hickory 1 Spends Service Round in Detroit
By: Krystal Beres
Hickory 1 is a Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) team, currently located in Detroit, Michigan to aid with the August flooding. DSA teams go to locations of Emergency or presidentially declared disasters and assist the survivors in registering for federal assistance. If the applicants are found eligible, the assistance they receive will help them clean up after the disaster and repair disaster-related damages to their home. AmeriCorps NCCC-FEMA Corps Class 21 Team Leader Spotlight: Mike Daniel
By: Sarah Williams
Mike Daniel, from Rockwell, North Carolina is the team leader for Hickory 1in AmeriCorps NCCC- FEMA Corps Class 21. He arrived in Vinton on July 9 to start his 11-month service working with a team of people between the ages of 18 and 24. Hickory 1 is made up of seven people from across the country and they will serve together around the United States. AmeriCorps NCCC Class 20 Corps Member Spotlight: Andrew Johnson
By: Sarah Williams
Andrew Johnson, from Richmond, Virginia is a corps member for Maple 3 in AmeriCorps NCCC Class 20. He arrived in Vinton on February 11 to start his 10-month service working with a team of people between the ages of 18 and 24. Maple 3 is made up of nine people from across the country and they will serve together around the Midwest. AmeriCorps NCCC Class 20 Corps Member Spotlight: Scott Bremer
Scott Bremer, from Atlanta, Georgia is serving on team Oak 7 in AmeriCorps NCCC Class 20. He arrived in Vinton Februray11 to start his 10-month service term. Oak 7 is a team made up of eight people from across the country who will serve together across the Midwest.
Scott said that the reason he joined AmeriCorps NCCC is for “The belief in the importance of service, the desire to see the country. Coover, Harthoorn receive ISU College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Iowa State University Students Receive College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Scholarships
AMES, Iowa (October 21, 2014) - The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University recognized its scholarship recipients for the 2014-15 academic year.
Area freshmen earn Central Presidential Scholarships
Area students earn presidential scholarships from Central College for their commitment to high academic achievement.
Caitlyn Conway of Blairstown is a recent graduate from Benton H S and is now a freshman at Central College.
Emily Dye of Newhall is a recent graduate from Benton H S and is now a freshman at Central College.
Hannah Miller of Keystone is a recent graduate from Benton H S and is now a freshman at Central College.
Did you know this about the American Legion: Adult Scouting Awards
The American Legion of Iowa recognizes outstanding adult leaders who dedicate their time and talents to Scouting programs with The American Legion of Iowa Adult Cub Scout of the Year and Adult Boy Scout of the Year.
For nomination forms you may go here: http://www.ialegion.org/adult_scouting.htm
North Eden Willing Workers name new officers
By Sarah Kreutner, Reporter Pro-Tem
The North Eden Willing Workers 4-H Club met Sunday, October 5th at 4:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Vinton. A get-to-know activity was held before the meeting. The business meeting was opened at 5:00 with the pledges and roll call, which was "What is your favorite Halloween costume?" 26 members were present.
VS FFA members earn 1st in Dairy, Horse Judging
On September 11th, five Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members attended the FFA District Dairy Judging CDE. The members that participated in this event were Brittani Kim, Emily Howe, Amanda Burkey, Lucas Kalina, and Logan Grabin. These individuals did amazing while at the judging contest. Logan, not being on the team because he is only a 9th grader, received the highest score out of the five members that went.