“Fill the Plate” Telethon to Help Feed the Elderly Dec. 2

VINTON TODAY
November 30, 2012 12:17 pm

  The Heritage Area Agency on Aging is hoping the public dials in to help feed elderly residents in eastern Iowa. Heritage is hosting a telethon to bring greater support and awareness for its Senior Nutrition Home Delivered and Congregate Meal program.

Farmers Savings Bank & Trust Holiday Open House Dec. 7th

SUE HAMMOND, FARMERS SAVINGS BANK&TRUST
November 30, 2012 5:59 am

You’re invited to join us for coffee, punch, Christmas treats & holiday cheer!  Friday, December 7th from 8:30am to 5:30pm   Santa with be at the bank from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.

“Out on a Limb” with the Parks & Recreation Department

VINTON PARKS & RECREATION
November 28, 2012 10:27 pm

This is the time of year, when our department is doing lots and lots of special events around the holiday and winter break.  Take a look at the activities listed below and get involved in some great entertainment.

Early 2013 Vinton workshops to offer tree planting advice, funding assistance

ANDY J. LENT, CITY COORDINATOR
November 27, 2012 3:47 pm

  The City of Vinton is getting closer to finishing up plans for tree workshops to assist property owners who want to replant trees in the right-of-way area next to their property.

Tour de Lights annual run December 9th

HEATHER KALOUS
November 27, 2012 12:21 pm

Tour de Lights will kick off it's annual run on December 9th, beginning at 5:00 pm. Meet at the Fire Station.  This 5K run/walk will benefit the V-S Cross Country and Track teams.

Christmas at the Braille School Auditorium Dec. 16th

DEB HESSON
November 27, 2012 12:18 pm

Blessed Hope Church will host Sunday Night Live at the Braille School Auditorium on Dec. 16 from 6:00-7:00 P.M.   Come and join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus.

Breast Cancer Survivors to meet Dec. 4

JANET WOODHOUSE
November 25, 2012 7:53 pm

Breast Cancer Survivors will meet Tuesday, December 4 at 6:00 p.m. at Windsor Manor in the dining room for a holiday celebration.  Please bring an hors d'oeuvre to share.

Diabetes group to hear discussion on importance of insulin

JULIE HANSEN, VGH DIABETES EDUCATOR
November 21, 2012 11:24 am

  Virginia Gay Hospital’s Diabetes Support Group will meet Tuesday, November 27th at 4:30pm in the Cafeteria Brd Rm. Guest speaker will be A1c Champion Norma Cannon.

Santa and family visiting Vinton Depot tonight!

NATHAN HESSON, VINTON UNLIMITED DIRECTOR
November 20, 2012 11:00 am

  Many of you probably remember Santa & Mrs. Claus bringing their reindeer & elves to the Benton County courthouse last year to collect kids letters.

Sunday Evening Services to kick off Thanksgiving week

VINTON TODAY
November 15, 2012 9:55 am

Sunday evening, Blessed Hope will hold their monthly praise and worship service beginning a bit earlier, at 5:30 pm.  This service will center around being thankful.