Garage Sale Friday and Saturday

VINTON TODAY
May 28, 2026 2:57 pm

There will be a Garage Sale on Friday 29th 8 am to 2 pm and Saturday 30th 8 am to noon at 1315 A Ave. In Vinton.

Shopping, Live Music & Summer Vibes Head to Downtown Dysart. Saturday, June 6

DYSART CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
May 28, 2026 12:19 pm

Main Street is about to be packed with shopping bags, good food, live music, and plenty of summer fun as Maker’s Market on Main returns to downtown Dysart, Iowa on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.

Books, Recipes, Plant Swapping in the month of June at the Library!

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 28, 2026 11:57 am

Mark your calendars and start planning for our upcoming book, plant cutting, and recipe swaps at the Vinton Public Library! Let's make this our best s

Free Insurance Series Thursdays evening 6:00 p.m.

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 28, 2026 10:52 am

Do you find insurance confusing or wish you had a clearer understanding of your coverage?Wilson Hite Insurance is offering a series of educational episodes on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM, beginning May 7 through June 11.

Reel Them in with Heroes, June 6

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
May 27, 2026 11:51 am

Got plans for Free Fishing Weekend? You do now!Join your Benton County Conservation Park Rangers and local first responders for a morning of casting lines, swapping stories, and maybe even reeling in “the big one” (no promises… but we believe in you).

LaPorte City Librarian Farewell and June Library Events

LAPORTE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 27, 2026 11:51 am

Warm Regards.With bittersweet excitement, I share the news of my upcoming departure as Library Director. I have accepted a new position as a Director at another library, serving a community of 150,000 residents.

Support SACG's Annual Fundraiser - Saturday, May 30

SHELLSBURG AREA COMMUNITY GROUP (SACG)
May 27, 2026 10:53 am

Saturday, May 30th, is the annual fundraiser for the Shellsburg Area Community Group. You are encouraged to stop by Wildcat between 9:00 and 1:30 p.m. to support the group’s efforts.

Iowa State University Dairy Farm to Host 2026 Open House in Ames, June 19

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
May 27, 2026 10:38 am

The Iowa State University Dairy Farm welcomes community members of all ages to the annual Dairy Open House on June 19 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. The day offers a behind-the-scenes look at modern dairy farming, animal care and agricultural innovation at Iowa State.

Brandon United Methodist Men to hold Annual Chicken BBQ June 6

BRANDON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
May 26, 2026 11:46 am

The Brandon United Methodist Men will hold their annual Chicken BBQ on Saturday June 6, 2026 from 4:00 pm-7:00 pm. It will be held at the Brandon United Methodist Church.

2026 BENTON COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE - SUNDAY, MAY 31

BENTON COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE
May 26, 2026 11:46 am

Please join us at the American Cancer Society’s Benton County Relay For Life on Sunday, May 31st at the Benton Community MS/HS Track from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM.