Ben Lange is seeking the Republican Nomination for the U S House of Representatives representing the Iowa first district. Mr. Lange has been invited to Vinton by Benton County Advocates.

Can you believe that summer already is right around the corner? Neither can we but we are currently preparing to bring you and your family a number of programs and special events to keep you busy throughout the months ahead.

VINTON GARDEN CLUB ANNUAL PLANT AND BAKE SALE               Wow, what a spring we've been having.

PEO Chapter MZ will meet at 1:30 PM on Monday, April 23, at the home of Brenda Hackbarth assisted by Jackie Schoettmer.

  Vinton Unlimited, the combined chamber of commerce & economic development group for the Vinton community will be holding their annual meeting on Friday, April 13th beginning at 6:00 pm.

    Sunday Night Live, a time of fellowship with good gospel music, will be held at the Blessed Hope Church this Sunday evening, April 15th beginning at 6:00 pm.

  The Vinton Garden Club plant and bake sale will be held at the fairground building on Friday April 20th from 5:00 p.m.- 6:30 p.m.

  The Vinton Lutheran Home Auxiliary Spring Salad Luncheon will take place on Friday April 13th at the US Bank Community Room from 11:00am-1:00pm.

Area residents who want to help create better housing for people in poor countries can do so by eating baked potatoes in Brandon on April 22. The Brandon United Methodist Church plans an event at 12:15 p.

BASH, a free event for Brandon area families, will take place at the Brandon United Methodist Church on April 25. Details are below: Brandon United Methodist Church 507 Main Street, Brandon               (319) 474-2362   6:00 – 7:30 pm, Wednesday, April 25   We know you're busy – so let us fix supper for you and your family! (6:00 – 6:30 pm) RSVPs are appreciated, but not required -please call Bev at 319 269-9095.