Presidential Candidates on the 2024 Ballot

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 17, 2024 4:43 pm

The two most popular candidates on the presidential ballot include of course Donald J. Trump and JD Vance on the Republican side of the ticket and Kamala D.

Constitutional Amendments on the Ballot for 2024

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 17, 2024 3:07 pm

There's nothing like stepping into the Voting Booth, looking at your ballot and thinking, "Oh crud! What's this???" This year there will be two Constitutional Amendments on the Iowa 2024 ballot.

Rippel talks election with Vinton Lions Club

VINTON LIONS CLUB
October 17, 2024 11:50 am

Benton County Auditor Hayley Rippel spoke today at the Lions Club, providing insights into the election process on the first day of absentee ballot voting.

Clipper Corner Holds 6th Annual Gift of Hope Fundraiser

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 16, 2024 5:01 pm

Since 2018, each October Clipper Corner pulls out all the stops to help the Gifts of Hope Foundation with their fundraising efforts. The shop is in its 39th year and is using the fundraiser to lend a hand to those who need a little extra help during a breast cancer diagnosis.

It's getting Scare-crow-y out there!

VINTON PARKS & RECREATION
October 15, 2024 8:35 pm

Vinton Parks & Recreation Department is at it again! With the help of so many of our area businesses, you can now see all of the creative Scarecrows around town! To see all of the entries and to vote for your favorite, click on their Facebook page located HERE!You can also make it a fun event for the kids.

Digging Deep with Vinton-Shellsburg FFA at the State Soils Evaluation Contest

VINTON TODAY
October 15, 2024 5:31 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Izzie Birker On Wednesday, October 2nd the State-Qualifying Soils Team competed in the FFA State Soils Evaluation CDE at Ames, Iowa. The Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter was lucky enough to take a team of four consisting of Ben Buhr, Megan Schlitter, Andrew Pingenot, and Will McKenna.

October 16 (first day for absentee voting) General Election Notice

GINA EDLER, BENTON COUNTY DEPUTY AUDITOR
October 15, 2024 12:56 pm

Editor’s Note: to view sample ballots click here. PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the qualified electors of the County of Benton, State of Iowa, that the General Election will be held on Tuesday, the 5th day of November 2024.

VFD hosts Fire Prevention Week with Fire Truck Rides and Safety Demonstrations

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 15, 2024 11:45 am

The Vinton Fire Department once again brought excitement and education to the community for Fire Prevention Week. The department engaged elementary students and families with fun and interactive activities designed to teach fire safety and prevention.

Johnson Family Recognized for 150 years of Farming Ownership

VINTON TODAY
October 14, 2024 4:27 pm

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship recognized several Benton County family farms at the Iowa State Fair. A total of 439 Century and Heritage Farm Families were honored at the event.

FFA Seeking Assistance in Preparing Blessing Bags

VINTON TODAY
October 14, 2024 11:55 am

This year as part of the FFA Living to Serve Plan. the group is creating blessing bags to deliver to the homeless in Indianapolis, Indiana near our FFA National Convention.