Roadside Chat – Tailgating can cause a real monster mash

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
October 26, 2024 4:41 pm

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.

2024 Costume Parade Fun

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 26, 2024 3:07 pm

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.

State Auditor Rob Sand makes stop in Vinton

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 24, 2024 12:26 pm

Iowa's State Auditor Rob Stand made a stop in Vinton to discuss his job as Auditor. Before beginning the meeting, he spotted an old friend that he had met while working with Americorp, Jimmy Kelly.

Congresswoman Hinson speaks with Benton County Auditor Rippel

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 24, 2024 12:16 pm

This week, Benton County Auditor Hayley Rippel made an appearance in Benton County with Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, The two discussed voting and the requirements and misconceptions surrounding elections.

Save the Date! Kick Off the Holiday Season in Downtown Vinton

VINTON UNLIMITED
October 24, 2024 11:47 am

Vinton Unlimited, in conjunction with our local veteran organizations, is excited to kick off the holiday season with the 17th Annual Lighted Parade! Let’s make this the brightest year yet! Date: November 21st Time: 6 PM Location: Downtown Vinton Santa will be visiting all the way from the North Pole! (We kindly ask that no other Santas attend.

Vinton-Shellsburg October School Board Recap

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
October 23, 2024 10:00 pm

Difference Maker Presentation4. We are proud to recognize Maddy Svoboda as a Positive Difference Maker in our school district. Maddy serves as our athletic trainer, offering invaluable support to both student-athletes and coaches.

Sheltering assistance still available to survivors as winter weather approaches

IA HOMELAND SECURITY/EMERGENCY MGMT.DEPT
October 23, 2024 5:20 pm

 Iowans who received sheltering through the State of Iowa Disaster Recovery Temporary Housing Program (DRTHP) due to the severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred in April, May, and June 2024 will continue to have access to the program as winter weather approaches.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day October 26, 2024

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
October 23, 2024 5:19 pm

 The Iowa Department of Public Safety's Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP) is encouraging all Iowans to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day scheduled for October 26, 2024.

Iowa Secretary of State says 87 noncitizens voted in elections

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
October 23, 2024 5:19 pm

By Robin OpsahlThe Iowa Secretary of State’s office says it has found 87 noncitizens who voted in the state’s elections, as well as 67 noncitizens who have registered to vote but have not yet cast a ballot.

VGH Partners with Allen College (Health Careers Club) for Area High Schools

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 22, 2024 5:40 pm

The recent collaboration between Virginia Gay Hospital and Allen College created an exciting opportunity for high school students from Center Point-Urbana, Vinton-Shellsburg, Belle Plaine, and Benton Community to explore careers in healthcare.