Thursday, May 14, 2026
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Iowa Elections are Safe and Secure Thanks to Numerous Safeguards in Elections

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate and state and federal election security partners convened at the Iowa Department of Homeland Security’s Emergency Operation Center to remind voters of the many safeguards in place that protect Iowa’s election integrity.
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Vinton-Shellsburg Schools Focuses on Future-Ready Graduates

The Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District (VSCSD) is collaborating closely with local businesses and organizations to ensure that its graduates are "Future Ready"—prepared not only to live healthy and productive lives but also to achieve career success and contribute as valued members of their communities.

Early Voting in Benton County by the Numbers

In Benton County, registered voters in each party are broken down as follows:Libertarian 111Republican 6,695Democratic 3,993No Party 7,761Other 25The
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Reminder: Burn Ban is still in effect in Benton County

This is just a reminder that due to Benton County reminds resident that there is a high fire danger because of the unseasonal warm weather and high winds.
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Roadside Chat – Tailgating can cause a real monster mash

Haunted houses, gobs of candy, costumes, and parties. Halloween, with its fun and spooky traditions is in full swing, and no celebration playlist is complete without “The Monster Mash.
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2024 Costume Parade Fun

Saturday morning started out with very nippy temperatures for the planned Halloween activities by the Vinton Parks and Recreation Department. By the time the Costume Parade kicked off, Mother Nature had pity on the little trick or treaters that made their trip through the downtown.