A Pho Love StoryBy Loan LeReviewed by Connie Bennett, Vinton Public Library ClerkYoung Adult FictionImagine coming to a new country as a war refugee, and being perceived here as the enemy, even though you only want safety for your family, and a new start.

Once again, Benton Soil & Water Conservation District (Benton SWCD) will be recognizing up to three students interested in conservation and agriculture by offering scholarships.

Lincoln and His BoysBy Rosemary WellsJunior FictionReviewed By Connie BennettI’ll bet you think you know all there is to know about Abraham Lincoln, don't you? Well, surprise! I was looking for a book highlighting Lincoln, since his birthday was this last Sunday, and I found this book for young people! Written by Rosemary Wells, this book includes beautiful illustrations by Irish artist P.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announces its Dean's List, honoring those full-time students who earned high honors in the fall 2022 semester.College of Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture and the College of Liberal Arts and Education require grade-point averages of 3.

Northwest Iowa Community College announced students who were awarded scholarships based on their desire to enter the lineman profession, academic achievement and leadership qualities.

Scheduling for VITA, a free tax preparation program, now availableUnited Way of East Central Iowa (UWECI) opened its free service; Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) to the public on Thursday, Jan 19 by taking appointments online and over the phone.

 A Man called OveBy Fredrik BackmanAdult FictionReviewed by Connie Bennett        First of all, don't try to tell me that you've "never heard of it", because that is almost impossible!  This book was first published in Great Britain in 2014, and then in paperback form in 2015 by First Washington Square Press, NY.

         In a nod to Black History Month, I will be reviewing books that highlight the viewpoints of People of Color.  Since children are colorblind to skin tone, I'm starting the month with a trio of storybooks with beautiful pictures and simple messages for the youngest among us.

The following are the University of Iowa 2022 Fall Graduates of Benton County:AtkinsRiley Pfiffner, Bachelor of Arts, Elementary EducationBelle PlaineBrandon Mantz, Bachelor of Arts, Mathematics TeachingFairfaxCharles Goddard, Bachelor of Applied Science, TechnologyMt.

Below are the students from Benton County who made it on the Dean's List of the University of Northern Iowa for the fall of 2022. AtkinsTabatha BargerIsaac CretinNathan EttlemanEmily FinnJosiah LewisRiley PfiffnerWilliam PolanskyTiffani WrightBelle PlainePaige BachelderMarissa BysAddison DahlquistBrandon MantzBlairstownLarissa McClenathanCenter PointEmily DrosteGarrisonRylee ScheelPiper WiedenhoffKeystoneKaylee PattersonLa Porte CityKyle GrossMt.