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IOWA STATE PATROL & LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TO CONDUCT SPECIAL ENFORCEMENT

The Iowa State Patrol is leading Iowa's statewide Traffic Fatality Reduction Task Force in an effort to reduce deaths on Iowa roadways. As part of that effort the Patrol will be conducting a special enforcement initiative geared toward reduction of speeding drivers on Thursday, September 16. This time period is one of the most deadly in the state according to the past 10 years of crash data.

Vendor Publication Report 8/25/21-9/7/21

Benton County Board of Supervisor Minutes 9/7/21

September 7, 2021The Benton County Board of Supervisors met in regular session with Supervisors Seeman, Bierschenk, and Primmer present. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. at the conference room at the Benton County Service Center. Members of the public were provided the zoom access capability to join in during open session and livestream at https://www.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING September 14, 2021 at 9:00 a.m.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING September 14, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. Benton County Board of Supervisors Room ** Agenda is not printed in any particular order; only time specific items will be addressed at certain times https://www.youtube.com/bentoncountyiowa 1. 9:00 A.M. Call to Order 2. Approve minutes 3. Abate Benton County Parcels pursuant to Iowa Code 445.

Hostess Soft White Buns Recalled

Product Description:Hostess Soft White Hamburger Buns, Net Wt. 12 OZ, UPC 888109110987Code:8/13/2021 8/15/2021 8/16/2021 8/18/2021 8/17/2021 8/19/2021 8/20/2021 8/21/2021 8/22/2021 8/23/2021 8/24/2021 8/28/2021 8/29/2021 9/2/2021 9/6/2021 9/5/2021 9/3/2021 9/10/2021 9/9/2021 9/11/2021 9/12/2021 9/13/2021 9/16/2021 9/14/2021 9/17/2021 9/15/2021 9/18/2021 9/19/2021 9/23/2021 9/26/2021 10/2/2021 10/4/2021Recall Number:F-0957-2021Reason for Recall:The firm's contract manufacturer found positive environmental samples analyzed for Listeria and Salmonella species.

Suspect arrested following a high speed chase ending in striking SUV

On September 9, 2021 at approximately 09:22 am a Benton County Sheriff’s Deputy responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in the 7900 block of 16th Ave Dr. south of Luzerne.  The Deputy located the vehicle and attempted to initiate a traffic stop with that vehicle.  The vehicle did not stop and a vehicle pursuit ensued.  The pursuit went for several miles on gravel roads and reached speeds in excess of 80mph.

Auditor Sand Releases Agreed-Upon Procedures Report on the City of Shellsburg

City of Shellsburg Minutes August 17. 2021

City of Shellsburg Minutes8-17-2021 A regular meeting of the Shellsburg City Council was called to order by Mayor Speckner at 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers. Roll call was answered by Blattler, Vogt, Reeves, and Thorkildson. Chapman was absent. Thorkildson motioned to approve the amended agenda. Reeves second. All ayes. Reeves motioned to waive the penalties on the Bright estate with an agreement that the account would be paid tonight along with the additional $30.

Vinton-Shellsburg CSD seeks applicant for Secretary Position

Vinton-Shellsburg CSD Secretary PositionV-S high school is seeking a full-time Health Professional/Activities Director secretary. Health professional experience recommended, not required. Knowledge of PowerSchool and Excel and proficient in typing/ computer skills preferred. Salary dependent on experience. Direct questions to Mr. Matt Kingsbury at matt.

Vinton Police Department Log for Week August 30-September 5, 2021

Vinton Police Department Log for Week August 30-September 5, 2021.All Charges are subject to review by The Benton County Attorney’s Office. An arrest or criminalcharge is merely an accusation, and the Defendant is presumed innocent, unless proven guilty. Intrastate Warrants are issued by Law Enforcement Agencies for crimes happening in their jurisdictions.