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Garrison Fun Day set for July 12

Another totally fun and enjoyable day is in store at Garrison’s annual Fun Day Celebration on Saturday, July 12.  This event is also the community’s annual celebration.

Shellsburg Firemen's Auxiliary 5K set for July 19

The second annual Shellsburg Firemen’s Auxiliary Backdraft 5K Run/Walk will take place at 8 a.m. July 19, at Shellsburg Park. Registration fee is $20 before July 1 and $25 after.
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30th Annual Vinton Cruise set for July 19

T-shirts available at Nick's TV and Theisen's indicate that Vinton car lovers are preparing for the 30th Annual Vinton Cruise. The event will take place Saturday, July 19, at the traditional time and place.

Block party! First of season set for tonight, downtown

The first Block Party of 2014 is coming up fast!  Grab your Family & Friends tonight, Thursday, June 19th from 5-8 p.m. and join in the fun on the 100 Block of West 4th Street.

Extension plans two Stockman & Stewardship workshops

Two Stockman & Stewardship  workshops featuring Dr. Ron Gill from Texas, will be held in eastern Iowa June 25.  The Stockman & Stewardship sessions teach cattle handling methods that improve animal movement and cattle performance by reducing the stress on livestock.

Red Cross Blood Drive set for June 19, in Vinton

The Vinton Red Cross Community Blood Drive will be held Thursday, June 19, from 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the Vinton Skate Center.  Appointments can be made by calling Kristie at 472-4292.

Free Adventure Camp planned at Rodgers Park, July 4-5

A free Lewis & Clark Hunting, Fishing and Survival Camp for students in grades 3-6 is planned for July 4-5 at Rodgers Park. We ask that all non-campers register with Benton County Conservation.

VU kicks off Vinton's first Block Party of 2014, June 19, 5-8 p.m.

Join Vinton Unlimited for our first Block Party of 2014!   The first Block Party of 2014 is coming up fast!  Grab your Family & Friends on Thursday, June 19th from 5-8pm and join in the fun on the 100 Block of West 4th Street.