Morningside University to acquire St. Luke's College – UnityPoint Health

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
July 22, 2025 3:54 pm

By Brooklyn DraiseyAnother pair of private universities is expecting to merge in the coming years, with Morningside University announcing its intent to acquire St.

LOCAL STUDENTS NAMED TO PRESIDENT'S AND DEANS' LISTS AT DRAKE UNIVERSITY

DRAKE UNIVERSITY
July 21, 2025 4:18 pm

The following local students have been named to the Deans' and President's Lists at Drake University. To be eligible for the Deans' List, students must have earned a GPA of 3.

2024 Hunters saw Iowa's second-highest pheasant harvest since 2007

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
July 17, 2025 2:03 pm

By Cami KoonsPheasant hunters in Iowa saw high-bag years in both 2023 and 2024.Harvest data for the fall season released by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources shows an estimated 460,000 roosters were bagged in the 2024 season, making it the second-best pheasant season in nearly two decades.

What Iowa Christian leaders are saying about the ‘one, big, beautiful bill'

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
July 16, 2025 4:14 pm

By Tom FoleyAs Iowa Christian faith leaders are preparing for the impact President Trump’s “one big, beautiful bill act” will have on their parishioners, many of them are voicing their opinions to the communities they serve.

UW-Platteville announces Dean's List

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-PLATTEVILLE
July 16, 2025 1:17 pm

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announces its Dean's List, honoring those full-time students who earned a grade-point average of 3.75 and above in the spring 2025 semester.

Back in Time: Ralyea = Hotel

BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
July 15, 2025 9:40 pm

Editor's Note: In this brief article from the "History of Benton County Vol. 1" we find out that "Ralyea" Stands For "Hotel."For nearly half a century the name "Ralyea" has been associated in the minds of Vintonites with the hotel business.

Ellsworth Community College announces 2025 Dean's List

ELLSWORTH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
July 14, 2025 7:56 pm

 One hundred thirty-three students were named to the Spring 2025 (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.

Back in Time: Vinton Post Office Burglarized (in 1894)

BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
July 13, 2025 12:15 pm

Editor's Note: This is a feature of the Benton County Historical Society. If you have something you'd like an answer to about our history, leave a comment below and we'll see what we can find out! Are there any family stories floating around out there about this event?---The Vinton Semi-Weekly Eagle reported on January 5, 1894.

Mount Mercy University congratulates June 2025 graduates

MOUNT MERCY UNIVERSITY
July 13, 2025 12:05 pm

 The following students graduated from Mount Mercy in June.  Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Mount Mercy University is the regional Catholic, Mercy University that promises students of diverse backgrounds, ages and faiths a challenging, practical education that inspires them to discover knowledge, build community and live their values.

Happy Birthday Ronald Bland!

VINTON TODAY
July 13, 2025 12:05 pm

Ron turned 80 on December 31, but we wanted to wait for warmer weather to better celebrate with friends and family. Join us for an Open House on Sunday, July 27th, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm6409 29th Avenue, Shellsburg, IA 52233Your presence is gift enough.