Tanager Expressive Arts at the Library Friday, October 25, 2:00 p.m.

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 9, 2024 11:50 am

Join us on Friday, October 25, 2:00 p.m. for Tanager Expressive Arts.Enjoy some visual arts, music, drama and movement!

Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting Agenda for 10/7/24

VINTON TODAY
October 6, 2024 10:27 am

Zoom link to attend:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84766935692?pwd=eERnbjZ3Qkd3eXVlWXpueVdPWFN5QT09  

Mental Health Awareness Week: A Call to Action in Benton County

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 6, 2024 10:21 am

As Mental Health Awareness Week begins, residents across Benton County are reminded of the importance of mental well-being and the need for community support.

Words on Wellness

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
October 2, 2024 5:05 pm

Attached below, you will find your edition of the October 2024 Words on Wellness newsletter.This edition features:Boost Your Energy with Smart Food ChoicesRecipe for Meatloaf in a MugWomen’s Health — Do you know the symptoms?Growing Together Iowa Grant: Cultivating Health and Community  Check out upcoming human sciences events on the calendar --  https://www.

Pink Heals Fire Truck - At VGH Thursday, Oct. 24th - 5-7:30PM

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
September 30, 2024 11:49 am

Pink Heals will be at Virginia Gay Hospital on Thursday, October 24th from 5-7:30PM supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Come out and visit  with us!Pink Heals is a program that partners with public safety, local businesses, and families to bring a community together.

American Red Cross to hold Vinton blood drive Thursday, Sept. 26

RED CROSS
September 23, 2024 5:03 pm

The American Red Cross will hold its next Vinton blood drive on Thursday, September 26th, 12:30-5:30 at the Skate Center. The United States is experiencing a blood emergency.

Pink Night at the Vinton Public Library, October 1, 6-7:30 p.m.

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
September 22, 2024 12:05 am

Virginia Gay Hospital will host a 'Pink Night' on Tuesday, October 1, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Vinton Public Library.  The hospital will discuss early detection, share stories of hope, and share resources that are available to those who are affected by breast cancer.

Ladies Night Out Mammogram Screening Event Oct. 8th, 10th, 22nd & 24th 5-7:30 pm

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
September 19, 2024 10:14 pm

Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 8th, Thursday, Oct. 10th, Tuesday, Oct. 22nd or Thrusday, Oct. 26th  for after after-hours Mammogram Screening Event. Enjoy appetizers and beverages and get your annual mammogram.

State Auditor Sand releases report & Video concerning Nursing Home Inspections

IOWA STATE AUDITOR
September 19, 2024 10:14 pm

To watch the video CLICK HERE.Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand's report is below:

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Is a Call to Action

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
September 17, 2024 12:50 pm

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a dedicated time to increase awareness about the prevalence of suicide, share information on how to prevent it, and provide support to those affected, says Morgan Newell, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.