The nearly-forgotten history of Minne Estema Park

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
June 15, 2010 10:42 am

Just about every day I drive past Minne Estema and never really gave it much thought, until.....there was a brief discussion on our Facebook page about a steamboat being part of our history in Vinton, and I believe someone mentioned that Minne Estema used to be a resort at one time.

A View from the Back Porch

VINTON TODAY
June 8, 2010 10:46 am

Sent in by Sandy Noren, a few pictures of the plants that she has on her back porch along with a note that General helps her to take care of t

VSMS Food Fair teaches students about culture of foreign countries

VINTON TODAY
June 7, 2010 10:20 am

The Vinton-Shellsburg Middle School Expanded Learning Students shared lessons and food from several other countries with their fellow students last week.

A picture from the flower garden

VINTON TODAY
June 4, 2010 12:45 pm

Not a breaking news story here, but just a little visual enjoyment from the Jill Lockard-Bopps backyard flower garden. 

Activity Coordinator Mary Simnacher Retires From VGH Nursing and Rehab

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
May 28, 2010 11:22 am

  On Wednesday afternoon, May 26, Virginia Gay Hospital Nursing and Rehab hosted a reception to honor retiring Activity Coordinator, Mary Simnacher.

KIRKWOOD HONORS OUTSTANDING STUDENTS:

KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
May 17, 2010 12:19 pm

KIRKWOOD HONORS OUTSTANDING STUDENTS: Nearly 150 Saluted in April 26 Ceremonies   On April 26 Kirkwood Community College devoted an afternoon to honor academic and community excellence.

Alzheimer's takes the mind of a Vinton coach

JEFF HOLMES
May 17, 2010 10:43 am

“Once proud and full of passion, he fought the cause of man. Many people loved his courage; many followed his commands. “He changed the old into the new and the course of things to come.

VINTON-SHELLSBURG GRADUATE AMY MEYER ON MISSIONARY PROJECT FOR SUMMER

VINTON TODAY
May 17, 2010 10:43 am

Amy Meyer from Garrison, a Vinton-Shellsburg 2007 graduate and Iowa State University Student, will be heading to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on a missionary project this summer.

We just had to ask... Vinton-Shellsburg School Board member Angela Hazen

VINTON TODAY
May 13, 2010 4:53 pm

Angela Hazen of rural Vinton is one of the new members on the Vinton-Shellsburg School Board. Like other School Board members, she has answered our questions, serious and not-so-serious, as part of our School Board Recognition Week tribute to those who serve on the V-S School Board.

Local Resident Makes Trip and Answers,

BILL KELLER
May 10, 2010 9:02 am

“So how are things in Haiti?”  It’s I question I get asked frequently from friends familiar with my trips there.  The questions are heart felt and filled with genuine concern for my friends there.