Book Review: The only one left

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
January 22, 2024 1:07 pm

Oh. My. Goodness! Recommended to me by a friend, this is hands-down the chillingest, twistiest, can’t-put-it-down book I’ve read in a long time! (I don’t even know if a couple of those words are actual words, but they should be!)I just finished ‘The Only One Left’ by Riley Sager, and I am an instant fan! Most of you have probably heard the story of Lizzie Borden and you may have even sung the little ditty.

Iowa Central Releases Fall 2023 Honors Lists

VINTON TODAY
January 22, 2024 1:07 pm

We're excited to let you know that a student(s) from your area has made the Iowa Central President's or Dean's list for the fall 2023 semester! President's List (4.

Wallace Winkie Foundation Scholarship Applications available

VINTON TODAY
January 22, 2024 1:07 pm

Applications are available online for the Wallace Winkie Foundation. To find the application, click on the following link:  https://www.parkitvirtualmuseum.

New Release Alert: 'The Vacation' by John Marrs

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
January 20, 2024 3:28 pm

VPL Note: We have 'The Vacation' by John Marrs available in regular type. It currently has 4/5 stars on Goodreads.How far would you run to escape your past?For eight strangers in a Los Angeles backpacking hostel, even the other side of the world isn’t far enough.

Connie's Book Review: The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
January 18, 2024 11:49 am

We here at the library have started a new book club designed with the young reader in mind. This club is for patrons 7 to 12 years of age, and an older teammate.

Help your neighborhood live big, plant a tree

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
January 18, 2024 11:49 am

You can make a difference in your community by planting a tree in your yard, local park or school. Trees improve the quality of the air we breathe and the water we drink.

Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa Partners with Mount Mercy University

MOUNT MERCY UNIVERSITY
January 16, 2024 12:32 pm

Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa Partners with Mount Mercy University to Pilot New Experiential Learning Program Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa (JAEI) and Mount Mercy University have partnered to pilot the Busse Foundation JA Finance Park® Mobile learning experience for 25 college students on January 17th -18th at Betty Cherry Heritage Hall.

Loras College Announces Fall 2023 Dean's List

VINTON TODAY
January 16, 2024 12:31 pm

Loras College has announced the names of students who achieved Dean's List status for the 2023 fall semester. A student must earn a 3.5 grade point average and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours to be recognized.

Iowa State honors fall graduates

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
January 16, 2024 12:31 pm

More than 1,700 graduates received degrees from Iowa State University this fall. Graduate and undergraduate ceremonies were held Dec. 15-16 at Hilton Coliseum.

Training Opportunity to Become a Volunteer Bald Eagle Nest Monitor

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
January 16, 2024 12:31 pm

https://www.iowadnr.gov/Conservation/Iowas-Wildlife/Volunteer-Wildlife-Monitoring?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdeliveryCalling all wildlife watchers! The Iowa DNR will be holding two training opportunities for people interested in becoming  volunteer bald eagle nest monitors.