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Notice was given from Benton County Emergency Management has rescinded the county wide burn ban, effective on Friday, November 1st  at 8:00 a.m.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

Reminder: Burn Ban is still in effect in Benton County

BENTON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
October 28, 2024 11:33 pm

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.

Ernst recognizes Tootsie's as Small Business of the Week

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 28, 2024 11:02 pm

Justin Jensen, a representative from United States Senator Joni Ernst's office, stopped to award a certificate to Michelle and Michael Seibert of Tootsie's Ice Cream & More.