Area student ranks among top 2 percent at Iowa State University

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 25, 2019 2:54 pm

The following area students are ranked among the top 2 percent of students in their college at Iowa State University.  Atkins, IA 

Fall 2018 University of Dubuque Dean's List adds Cummings

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 25, 2019 2:54 pm

The University of Dubuque congratulates the following student on being appointed to the Fall Semester 2018 Academic Dean's List. Tanner Cummings of Vinton To be named to the dean's list, a student must earn a grade point average (GPA) of 3.

New Colorado Springs Chief of Police has Vinton Connection

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 22, 2019 8:13 am

The new Chief of Police of Colorado Springs, now in charge of 700 people in his department has a Vinton connection.Vincent Niski, the son-in-law of former Vinton resident, Dr.

Kremer to retire from US Bank March 1

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 20, 2019 9:39 pm

Jon Kremer, Community Market President at US Bank, Vinton IA has announced his retirement effective March 1, 2019. Jon has worked for US Bank since 1987 in various roles including Branch Manager, AVP, VP Commercial/Ag Lender and was promoted to his current role of Community Market President in 2002.

Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa scholarship application deadline is March

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 20, 2019 10:02 am

The deadline to apply for 2019 scholarships from the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa is March 6. Students can apply for scholarships available through the Foundation at www.

Encourage your Children to apply for Scholarships

DEB CUMMINGS
February 19, 2019 12:49 pm

Today Mr. Tandy and I met with the senior class to introduce the 2019 Local Scholarship Program.  Each student was provided with a booklet that lists the available Local Scholarships, explains how to access the program and details the application process.

Hagen Named to Concordia Honors List

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 18, 2019 8:17 pm

Concordia University officials have released the Fall Honors List for the 2018-2019 academic year. To be eligible for the honor, students must achieve a minimum 3.

Hendryx signs with Hawkeye Community College Dance Team

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 13, 2019 4:05 pm

Allissa Hendryx signed with the Hawkeye Community College Dance Team on Wednesday. The Hawkeye Dance team performs during area events and competes at the Iowa State Dance Team Association statewide competition.

Wilson makes Fall Semester USF Dean's List

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 12, 2019 5:11 pm

The University of Sioux Falls has released its Dean’s List for fall semester 2018, and over 500 students made the list. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a semester grade point average of 3.

Benton County Head Start in Need of Substitute Teachers and Classroom Volunteers

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 11, 2019 2:50 pm

The HACAP North Benton Head Start center is looking for substitute teachers and volunteers to help in the planning, implementing and maintaining a nurturing and supportive educational program for children during our normal business with a flexible schedule.