Treasurer Smith Announces ISave 529 Plan Surpasses $7 Billion in Assets

STATE TREASURER
April 3, 2026 6:55 pm

State Treasurer Roby Smith announced that Iowa’s ISave 529 plan has officially surpassed $7 billion in total assets under management, establishing a landmark in helping families across the state invest in education and future opportunities.

Absentee Mail Ballot Requests Open

SECRETARY OF STATE
April 3, 2026 6:54 pm

Absentee voting makes it easier for every Iowan to participate in democracy. Starting today, March 24, you can officially request your absentee ballot through your county auditor's office.

Iowa Auditor releases report on City of Shellsburg

AUDITOR OF STATE
April 2, 2026 8:14 pm

Auditor of State Rob Sand today released an agreed-upon procedures report on the City of Shellsburg, Iowa for the period July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.

Auditor of State releases report on City of Garrison

AUDITOR OF STATE
April 2, 2026 8:14 pm

Auditor of State Rob Sand today released an agreed-upon procedures report on the City of Garrison, Iowa for the period April 1, 2024 through March 31, 2025.

State lawmakers are making counties mislead you about property taxes

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
April 2, 2026 8:13 pm

By Ed TibbetsIowa’s 99 counties are spending your money to mislead you about property taxes. But don’t blame the people at your county courthouse. The Iowa Legislature is forcing them do it.

Vinton Police Department Log for March 23-29, 2026.

VINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
April 2, 2026 4:36 pm

 All Charges are subject to review by the Benton County Attorney’s Office. An arrest or criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the Defendant is presumed innocent, unless proven guilty.

Benton County Sheriff's Department arrests 3/23-29/26

BENTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
April 1, 2026 9:23 pm

All charges are subject to review by the Benton County Attorney's Office. An arrest or criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the Defendant is presumed innocent, unless proven guilty.

Hello, Iowa House District 84 from the State Capitol!

STATE REPRESENTATIVE, THOMAS GERHOLD
April 1, 2026 7:12 pm

The number of bills being considered on the house floor has slowed down considerably after the second funnel deadline has passed. Committees continue to consider bills that are coming from the senate and budget bills continue to go through negotiations.

Warranty Deed Land Transfers 3/24/26

LEXA SPEIDEL, BENTON COUNTY RECORDER
April 1, 2026 7:12 pm

GRIFFIN DANIEL, GRIFFIN HAILEY, GRIFFIN DAN H to WECKER ECHO R, WECKER JOSHUA W PLEASANT CREEK ESTATES ADDITION Lot: 18NW SW 1-84-9ACRETRADER 146 LLC

Week Eleven of the 2026 Legislative Session

STATE SENATOR CHARLIE MCCLINTOCK
March 30, 2026 2:32 pm

Spring is here, and as we enter the eleventh week of the legislative session, we have successfully passed both funnel deadlines. Our focus now turns to the remaining legislation that may be considered this session.