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2026 BENTON COUNTY AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE

Relay For Life is more than just a fundraising walk. It is a community where everyone belongs. Relay celebrates cancer survivors and caregivers, honors loved ones, and helps fund the future of cancer ...

Who says crime doesn't pay?

Amber Bell, former Atkins City Clerk, receives 2 year's probation After tens of thousands of dollars were misspent, Amber Bell, 41, former City Clerk for the City of Atkins, pled guilty to Felonious Misconduct in Office, a Class D felony. In exchange for admitting t...
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Happy May Day!

Windsor Manor Assisted Living added a bit of fun to this May Day.A group of three ladies with smiles on their faces, greeted motorists and pedestrians who happened to cross at the corner of 4th Street...

New Leaders Chosen for V-S FFA

 The newly elected Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Officer Team: Madeline Pingenot, Cole Birker, Abby McKenna, Levi Lutz, Ciara Dods, Zoey McClintock, Raine Wheeler, and Ali Lutz. By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn April 17th, 2026, The Vinton-Shellsburg FFA chapter hosted their annual April Meeting alongside Officer Elections. Prior to the meeting vote, the officer candidates filled...

Big Boy to stop in Belle Plaine on Monday, June 1

The Union Pacific will be bringing Big Boy No. 4014 through Benton County as part of America’s 250th birthday celebration. The world’s largest operating steam locomotive will pass through on its c...
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Vinton Community Foundation Distributes $51,575.13 to Local Organizations

The Vinton Community Foundation Board of Directors has announced the distribution of $51,575.13 in grants to the following non-profit organizations serving the City of Vinton.Local Option Sales Tax Fu...

Volunteer Kristie Davis Honored for 16 Years Leading Community Blood Drive

Kristie Davis wraps up 16 years of leading local blood drives When longtime community blood drive leader Erlene McKenna passed away in 2010, there was an immediate need for someone to step forward and continue the important work. Newly retired Vinton-Shellsburg ...

Rhubarb Search

It is almost that time of year again when rhubarb will be ready to harvest, and we’re reaching out for donations!This year, we are collecting fresh rhubarb for both the Vinton and Belle Plaine meal ...
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3 Months of FREE Internet service!

iVinton, is a service built for Vinton, by Vinton. Sign up now to enjoy this 100% fiber internet service with 3 months FREE - PLUS - FREE installation!We provide:-Speeds from 250 Mbps to 10 Gbps&...

State FFA Convention - CPU FFA

1st place, advancing to Nationals, Prepared Public Speaking, Caleigh Lewis The Center-Point Urbana FFA Chapter had a phenomenal turnout at the Iowa State FFA Convention this past week. With incredible participation in LDEs, CDEs, and the state choir, the chapter's presence w...
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