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.

Michael Graduates from Mercy College of Health Sciences

VINTON TODAY
July 17, 2023 7:47 pm

 Regan Michael of Norway, Iowa, was conferred an Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography by Mercy College of Health Sciences, 928 6th Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa, on April 28, 2023.

Kirkwood Community College graduates announced

KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
July 3, 2023 4:11 pm

The 2023 Kirkwood Community College Commencement Ceremony was held on Saturday, May 13, at 10 a.m. at the Alliant Energy PowerHouse in downtown Cedar Rapids.

Storey Kenworthy & Workspace Foundation for Giving Accepting Grant Applications

VINTON TODAY
July 3, 2023 3:42 pm

Storey Kenworthy & Workspace Foundation for Giving is pleased to announce that they are now accepting grant applications from eligible non-profit organizations.

Fall Makes President's and Honors List at Iowa Central

VINTON TODAY
July 3, 2023 8:29 am

We’re excited to announce that Cloey Fall from Vinton has made the Iowa Central President’s List and Honors List for the spring 2023 semester! President's List (4.

Loras College Announces Spring 2023 Dean's List

VINTON TODAY
June 29, 2023 11:45 am

 Madi Atkinson of Shellsburg was named to the Loras has Dean's List status for the 2023 spring semester. A student must earn a 3.5 grade point average and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours to be recognized.

Ellsworth Community College announces 2023 Spring Team Dean's List

VINTON TODAY
June 28, 2023 8:56 pm

Eighty-six students were named to the Spring 2023 (January to May) Dean's List at Ellsworth Community College. To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must have earned a minimum of 12 credit hours during the semester (a full-time class load) and had at least a 3.