Can you spare an hour? Mobile Food pantry needs monthly volunteers

VINTON TODAY
May 26, 2017 12:00 am

An hour can teach a lesson on the background of the famous Lewis and Clark journey. An hour can write a two-page paper with minimal research. An hour can plant a row in a garden and do a small load of laundry.

Bear Creek Church to hold Memorial Day Weekend Events

VINTON TODAY
May 25, 2017 12:00 am

Sunday, May 28th, from 1-3 p.m, Bear Creek Church will hold an open house, refreshments served. Monday, Memorial Day,Coffee, Juice, Assorted Rolls, will be served from 7:30-10:30 a.

Extension announces Summer Discovery Camp schedule

VINTON TODAY
May 22, 2017 12:00 am

The them of the 2017 Extension Summer Discovery Camp is: "No Bones About It....Biomechanical Engineering for Young Scientists" Students will learn to "Think Like a Biomedical Engineer".

Vinton American Legion to host Tenderloin Dinner, Thursday May 25, 5 to 7 p.m.

VINTON TODAY
May 19, 2017 12:00 am

The Vinton American Legion, 105 North R Ave, wishes to invite the public, to a tenderloin dinner,Thursday May 25 from 5 to 7 PM. Dinner includes a 6 oz Tenderloin on a Kaiser Bun with French Fries and Coleslaw.

ISU team to bring solar-powered car to area June 21

VINTON TODAY
May 18, 2017 12:00 am

One hundred twenty Iowa State University students are putting the finishing touches on the world's first Solar Utility Vehicle. Named "Penumbra," this solar-assisted electric vehicle has been made to change the paradigm of transportation.

Vinton American Legion makes plans for Memorial Day

VINTON TODAY
May 17, 2017 12:00 am

The Vinton American Legion is planning on the following events, for Memorial Day, May 29th. 8:00 AM Military Honors at Maplewood Cemetery.

Vinton-Shellsburg CSD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program

VINTON TODAY
May 16, 2017 12:00 am

By Karrie Bartling Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service.

Fashions to die for - Really! -- Historical program set for May 20

VINTON TODAY
May 16, 2017 12:00 am

From the Benton Co. Historical Society Did you know that the things we do in the name of fashion can make you sick, break your bones, and even kill you? It's true! It can even drive you mad! This program takes a look at 18th- and 19th-century fashions and the deadly secrets hiding behind those fabulous looks.

VSMS Fine Arts night to feature singing, music displays

VINTON TODAY
May 15, 2017 12:00 am

The annual VS Middle School Fine Arts Night will be Monday, May 15 at the Vinton-Shellsburg Middle School. The all-school art show will be set-up in the student center featuring work from each middle school student.

Party in Pink 5K set for June 23; all runners, walkers invited

VINTON TODAY
May 12, 2017 12:00 am

The Survivors of Benton County are planning their 5th annual Party in Pink 5K, which takes place at Riverside Park on Friday, June 23, during Party in the Park weekend.