Garrison Fun Day set for July 12

STEVE MEYER
June 26, 2014 7:39 am

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

VINTON TODAY
June 25, 2014 12:14 pm

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.

Party in the Park/G.o.V.S. Announces 2014 Dunk Tank Victims

DUANE RANDALL, VINTON PARKS & RECREATION
June 24, 2014 11:27 am

The line-up is set for another splashing successful Dunk Tank at this year’s Party in the Park.    The dunk tank will be run by G.

30th Annual Vinton Cruise set for July 19

VINTON TODAY
June 24, 2014 11:23 am

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

NATHAN HESSON, VINTON UNLIMITED DIRECTOR
June 19, 2014 12:18 pm

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

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
June 18, 2014 2:38 pm

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

VINTON TODAY
June 17, 2014 8:52 pm

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

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
June 17, 2014 6:44 pm

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.

Farm to School: BDG to look for ways to bring local produce to lunch rooms

BENTON DEVELOPMENT GROUP
June 17, 2014 5:54 pm

The Benton county economic development Board (BDG) announced it will hold an informational meeting on the Farm to School Program June 24th, 7: 00pm at the US Bank meeting Room in Vinton.

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

NATHAN HESSON, VINTON UNLIMITED DIRECTOR
June 13, 2014 6:38 am

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.