The Benton County Fair: A 'Narnia' that speaks to many

VINTON TODAY
June 25, 2018 12:00 am

  By: Melody Snow On Behalf of the Benton County Historical Society Shhhhhh . . . I found it. . . I tell you it’s there . . . you just have to believe.

Party in the Park under way; parade and fireworks on Saturday schedule

VINTON TODAY
June 23, 2018 12:00 am

The traditional Thursday evening Party in the Park events took place under cloudy skies, but just few sprinkles fell as the weather allowed the events to go on as planned, After hot dogs and chips at Farmers Savings Bank, the children rode bikes, scooters, toy cars and other vehicles from the parking lot to the courthouse, where a variety of games and activites and a magic show were waiting for them.

Party in the Park under way!

VINTON TODAY
June 22, 2018 12:00 am

The traditional Thursday evening Party in the Park events took place under cloudy skies, but just few sprinkles fell as the weather allowed the events to go on as planned, After hot dogs and chips at Farmers Savings Bank, the children rode bikes, scooters, toy cars and other vehicles from the parking lot to the courthouse, where a variety of games and activites and a magic show were waiting for them.

Payton Yilek Named to Buena Vista University's Dean's List

VINTON TODAY
June 22, 2018 12:00 am

Payton Yilek, of Belle Plaine, was named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2018 semester at Buena Vista University. Students named to the Dean's List must have a minimum grade point average of 3.

Library to be closed Saturday

VINTON TODAY
June 21, 2018 12:00 am

The Vinton Public Library will be closed on Saturday, June 23 due to the Party in the Park activities.  

Meeting rural community needs through service

VINTON TODAY
June 21, 2018 12:00 am

[caption id="attachment_21638" align="alignleft" width="243"] Team Leader Mackenzie of Maple 4 plants onion sets in the urban garden of the Bemidji Community Food Shelf[/caption] By Mark Gearan Iowa is a state known for its commitment to service.

Fine Arts Night: VS Middle School students display singing, band and artistic talents

VINTON TODAY
May 16, 2018 12:00 am

From a song with one word (Meow), to some favorite silly and serious songs, the Vinton-Shellsburg Middle School band and choir members performed a variety of numbers during Monday's Fine Arts Nights.

Shellsburg teacher Jane Stolen receives two unique awards

VINTON TODAY
May 14, 2018 12:00 am

Shellsburg teacher Jane Stolen with principal Ryan Davis. Shellsburg Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Jane Stolen has recently received two unique awards.

Shellsburg teacher Jane Stolen receives two unique awards

VINTON TODAY
May 14, 2018 12:00 am

[caption id="attachment_20389" align="alignleft" width="300"] Shellsburg teacher Jane Stolen with principal Ryan Davis.[/caption] Shellsburg Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Jane Stolen has recently received two unique awards.

VSHS Awards presented, new NHS officers named

VINTON TODAY
May 10, 2018 12:00 am

The outgoing NHS officers (back row) introduced the 2018-19 officers (front row) during the NHS wrap-up Wednesday. Local organizations gave members of the Vinton-Shellsburg Class of 2018 more than $130,000 in awards and scholarships during the annual Senior Awards Night Wednesday in the VSHS Auditorium.