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The nearly-forgotten history of Minne Estema Park

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.
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A View from the Back Porch

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
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A picture from the flower garden

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

KIRKWOOD HONORS OUTSTANDING STUDENTS:

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

“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.

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

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.
Article Thumbnail. Area Resident Bill Keller makes trip to Haiti with Wings of Hope (4th fromthe left)

Local Resident Makes Trip and Answers,

“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.