Remembering the Orphans

BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
April 11, 2019 8:19 am

The Benton County Historical Society will host Lori Vicker from 10:30 a.m..-12:00 p.m.at the Ray House.Vicker will summarize the historical era known as the Orphan Train Movement that took place in the US dating from 1854-1929.

Weekend Easter Activities

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 10, 2019 11:13 pm

Benton County Conservation will hold an Easter Egg Hunt at the Wildcat Bluff Recreation Area. on Saturday, April 13 beginning at 11:00 a.m.The Wildcat Bluff Recreation Area is located at 3150 57th St.

Benton County Conservation Eco-Extravaganza

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
April 9, 2019 7:14 am

Benton County Conservation would like to welcome you to the 3rd Annual Eco-Extravaganza!The event will be held on April 20th, from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Pancake Breakfast Sunday, April 14th at Wesley Methodist Church

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 7, 2019 7:40 pm

There will be a Pancake Breakfast at the Wesley Methodist Church (located next to the library) on Sunday, April 14th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Cost is a freewill offering.

The Vinton Fire Department to hold Spring Fish Fry tonight

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 5, 2019 7:53 am

The Vinton Fire Department will host a Spring Fish Fry Fundraiser at the Fire Station.The event will be held on Friday, April 5, from 4-8:00 p.m.The department will be serving fried fish, french fries, coleslaw, potato salad and a great selection of desserts.

Youth Wilderness Trip - Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
April 4, 2019 11:58 am

Benton County Conservation would like to share this event with the public. A program sponsored by Fontana Park, Hazleton, Buchanan CountyAugust 3 - 10 2019Ages 14-18Cost $590/person – Deposit of $100 due with registration (Register at www.

Mt. Auburn Legion Steak Fry April 6th

VINTON TODAY
April 4, 2019 6:26 am

On Saturday, April 6th, there will be a Steak Fry at the Mt. Auburn American Legion. The event will run from 5-8:00 p.m. Costs:Steaks $17.00Chops $10.

Style Show "Kick up your Heels" and Supper April 29

VINTON TODAY
April 2, 2019 7:45 pm

“Kick Up Your Heels” is the theme for this year's country themed style show sponsored by LaPorte City Women's Club at the LaPorte City Golf Course.

POKER RUN ON THE IOWA WINE TRAIL

BRADLEY JOHNSON
April 2, 2019 2:39 pm

The Iowa Wine Trail, a non-profit educational organization representing nine eastern Iowa wineries, is pleased to announce a one-day Poker Run Event on the Iowa Wine Trail slated for Saturday, April 27 from 10a to 7pm.

Experimental Aircraft Association to provide rides for kids ages 8-17

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 2, 2019 2:39 pm

The EAA Young Eagles event will be held at the airport on June 8, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m."Young Eagles is a program through the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) through which  kids ages 8-17 are given free rides in aircraft our own aircraft to introduce them to general aviation and flying.