An Open Book: Oh, Snap!

KELLY HENKLE, LIBRARY DIRECTOR
August 29, 2023 11:46 am

Oh, Snap!Photography is on my mind this week for a few reasons, but mainly because my daughter just had her Senior Pictures taken.  An emotional milestone to say the least!  Photographs are so intwined with my most cherished memories, I often find myself wondering if I remember an event, or if I just remember that I have a photo of the event.

Linda and Donald Burke to Celebrate 50th Anniversary

VINTON TODAY
August 29, 2023 11:46 am

Linda (Smith) and Donald Burke were joined in matrimony on September 8, 1973 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Urbana, Iowa. They have four children and 11 grandchildren.

Luther College Announces the Spring 2023 Dean's List

VINTON TODAY
August 14, 2023 9:30 pm

 Congratulations to Newelle Dalton of Urbana, IA, who has been named to Luther College Dean's List for the 2023 spring semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, Dalton must earn a semester grade point average of 3.

Queen of Saints Cluster announces new information

VINTON TODAY
August 9, 2023 11:45 am

The Cluster of five parishes in Southern Benton County, IA including:Immaculate Conception, Van HorneSt. John, BlairstownSt. Michael, NorwaySt. Patrick, WatkinsSt.

The Open Book

KELLY HENKLE, LIBRARY DIRECTOR
August 7, 2023 6:45 am

Oh, Snap!Photography is on my mind this week for a few reasons, but mainly because my daughter just had her Senior Pictures taken.  An emotional milestone to say the least!  Photographs are so intwined with my most cherished memories, I often find myself wondering if I remember an event, or if I just remember that I have a photo of the event.

The Open Book: Peace and Quiet

KELLY HENKLE, LIBRARY DIRECTOR
August 2, 2023 1:43 pm

I enjoyed some quiet time weeding the library flower beds this week, and my mind started wandering.  I began to mentally list some of my favorites: favorite cookbooks, soundtracks, textbooks, mystery novels, songs by female artists, whodunit movies, juvenile fiction books, movies based on books, and so on.

Yard and Garden: Growing and Harvesting Potatoes

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
August 2, 2023 1:43 pm

Potatoes are a popular crop to grow in home vegetable gardens. However, there’s a lot to know about growing and harvesting potatoes properly. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists have tips on growing, harvesting and addressing common problems sometimes seen on potatoes.

6 Things Parents Need to Know Before Helping with Education Loans

IOWA STUDENT LOAN
August 1, 2023 11:13 am

Next year's first college bills are coming out, and students and families are looking for ways to pay for any amount not covered by financial aid, savings or earnings.

The Open Book: Strawberry Pie

KELLY HENKLE, LIBRARY DIRECTOR
July 25, 2023 11:17 pm

Every summer for the 4th of July I make my Grandma Ketchen's strawberry pie.   I've got the recipe in Grandma's handwriting, as part of a collection of many of her favorites.

The Open Book: Take a Hike

KELLY HENKLE, LIBRARY DIRECTOR
July 22, 2023 6:35 pm

   This summer I'm training for a four-day backpacking trek with my son's Boy Scout Troop.   We will be covering a portion of Wisconsin's Ice Age Trail, and will be 'packing-in', meaning we will carry all of the supplies we will need on our backs.