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The Vinton Public Library has begun to share book reviews. This is the first in the series. ---The Woman in the LibraryBy Sulari GentillReviewed by Connie Bennett, Vinton Public Library ClerkMystery/RomanceSome Raw LanguageIn the Boston Public Library, four people choose to sit at a large table. One, a writer, tells the story from her point of view.

The student listed below graduated from Mount Mercy University this August:  Atkins, Beth Hlas, Master of Arts For over 90 years, Mount Mercy has grown in size and reputation, adapting to meet the changing educational needs of the Cedar Rapids community. Its 1,600+ students come from around the globe, creating a vibrant, diverse and open-minded campus community.

Iowa State University awarded degrees to 693 graduates this summer. Students earning degrees during the summer have the opportunity to participate in fall or spring commencement ceremonies. The following is a graduate from your area:Victoria Wood, Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology and Health, Magna Cum Laude

From day-to-day life on the family farm to the ever-changing industry, agriculture has proven to be one of America's most compelling stories. There is no better way to capture this story than through the lens of photographers from across the country.The Capture the Heart of America Photo Contest is open to amateur and professional photographers from all over the United States.

There will be a two day estate sale September 30-October 1.The sale will take place from 8-5 on Friday and 8-noon on Saturday. The sale is located at 805 West 17th St. in Vinton.Antiques, vintage, crockery, household items, holiday decor and more. Something for everyone.Don't miss this sale!

VGH Awards Tony Anthony Scholarship.Congratulations to Katelyn Hyland for receiving the Tony Anthony Scholarship. This award is given annually to an employee of Virginia Gay Nursing & Rehab who wants to further their education and training. Established in 2012 by Dr. Anthony’s Family to honor his many years of service as a physician in Vinton and in gratitude for the care he received as a resident of VGH Nursing & Rehab.

 The following nursing students received their white coats in a ceremony on September 9:  Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Mount Mercy University is the regional Catholic, Mercy University that promises students of diverse backgrounds, ages, and faiths a challenging, practical education that inspires them to discover knowledge, build community, and live their values.

With harvest season upon us, the Benton County Community Foundation wants farmers to know about and to consider the opportunity to benefit their local community through a gift of grain. Donating a gift of grain is a simple way to make a charitable gift outside of the traditional cash contribution. “Making a gift of grain is a unique way of giving that many don’t consider although it might make sense for an individual or family who farms and is also interested in being charitable,” said Terry Gaumer, affiliate development director with the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa.

Parents Entered in Drawing After Receiving College and Career Planning Information for Their StudentsStarting today, parents of students in sixth through 12th grades have a chance to give their college savings accounts a boost with the Save Now, Save Later: College Savings Plan Parent Giveaway.Since 2014, the Save Now, Save Later program has given Iowa parents a chance at a deposit into a College Savings Iowa® plan for an eligible child.

 196 undergraduate students and 241 graduate students graduated from Morningside University on Saturday, May 14 at the commencement ceremony held at Elwood Olsen Stadium on Morningside's campus.Among the graduates for May and summer 2022 is:Anthony E. Troyna, of Urbana, Master of Arts in Teaching Morningside's 2022 commencement marks the final ceremony for President John Reynders who will retire in June 2022 as the longest serving president in Morningside's history.