United States Attorney Announces Election Day Program

UNITED STATES ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
November 4, 2024 9:28 pm

             United States Attorney Timothy T. Duax announced today that Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) Daniel Tvedt will lead the efforts of his Office in connection with the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day Program for the upcoming November 5, 2024, general election.

Norway woman appointed to Iowa Organic Advisory Council

IOWA SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE
November 4, 2024 10:48 am

Stakeholder advisory council will provide feedback and input to the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land StewardshipIowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today announced the formation of the Iowa Organic Advisory Council within the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and appointed seven Iowans to serve on it.

Vinton Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Receiving Child Porn

UNITED STATES ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
November 1, 2024 9:24 am

             A man who received child pornography over the internet while in a residential facility for a prior child pornography charge was sentenced October 31, 2024, to 15 years in federal prison.

Benton County Burn Ban Lifted

BENTON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
November 1, 2024 9:07 am

Notice was given from Benton County Emergency Management has rescinded the county wide burn ban, effective on Friday, November 1st  at 8:00 a.m.

Shellsburg Public Library Hosts Spooky Evening of Games and Treats

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 1, 2024 9:00 am

The Shellsburg Public Library was buzzing with Halloween spirit on Thursday night as local ghosts, goblins, and costumed kids stopped by for a fun-filled evening.

Civil Rights groups sue Iowa Secretary of State over potential noncitizen voting

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
November 1, 2024 8:43 am

By Robin OpsahlCivil rights groups and immigrant advocates have filed a federal lawsuit against Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate on behalf of naturalized U.

Iowa Elections are Safe and Secure Thanks to Numerous Safeguards in Elections

IOWA SECRETARY OF STATE
October 30, 2024 5:14 pm

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.

Vinton-Shellsburg Schools Focuses on Future-Ready Graduates

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
October 30, 2024 11:48 am

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.

Vinton Shellsburg FFA Chapter Shines at 97th National Convention

FFA
October 30, 2024 10:24 am

By: Co-Reporter, Sophia NewtonThe Vinton Shellsburg FFA chapter recently enjoyed an unforgettable experience at the 97th National FFA Convention, held from October 22nd to 26th in Indianapolis.

Early Voting in Benton County by the Numbers

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 29, 2024 10:09 am

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