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.

Iowa Pork Signs 19 Cyclones to NIL Deals, Pledges $35,000 to Food Banks

IOWA PORK PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION
October 14, 2024 11:45 am

The Iowa Pork Producers Association agreed to NIL (name, image, likeness) deals with all 19 Iowa State University student-athletes that participated in the ‘Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon’ video tryouts.

A Taste of Tradition: Vinton-Shellsburg FFA's Harvest Meal

FFA
October 12, 2024 10:16 pm

As local farmers kicked off their harvest, Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members hosted their annual Harvest Meal on Saturday, October 5th. This year, the event took place at Schminke Equipment and Tama-Benton Co-op, where high school and middle school students teamed up to cook, package, and deliver meals to farmers in the area.

BDG SECURES HOUSING GRANT

BENTON DEVELOPMENT GROUP
October 11, 2024 11:58 am

Benton Development Group has been busy solving two big challenges for Benton County communities - housing availability and deteriorating commercial buildings.

Benton County Gas Station qualifies for E15 Grant to improve Availability

IOWA SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE
October 11, 2024 11:58 am

Greater access to homegrown biofuels saves drivers moneyIowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that the Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) Board recently approved 126 project applications from Iowa gas stations for new and expanded E15, E85, and biodiesel infrastructure projects.

Bloomsbury Farm Farm Environmental Leader Awards Presented to 44 Farm Families

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
October 10, 2024 12:35 pm

David and Karen Petersen of Bloomsbury Farm in Benton County was one of the 44 Iowa farm families recognized by Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg, Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, and Department of Natural Resources Director Kayla Lyon with an Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Awards at the 2024 Iowa State Fair.

Former Benton Co. Emergency Manager Hansen Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

VINTON TODAY
October 10, 2024 12:34 pm

Scott Hansen, Former Benton County Emergency Manager, received the IAEM USA Region 7 Lifetime Achievement Award. IAEM is the International Association of Emergency Management.

Vinton Fire Department to conduct Operation E.D.I.T.H. Thursday night 7:00 p.m.

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 9, 2024 5:14 pm

The Vinton Fire Department will lead "Operation EDITH" this Thursday at 7:00 p.m., as part of Fire Prevention Week. The program, an acronym for Exit Drill In The Home, is a fire-safety initiative designed to encourage families, especially those with young children, to discuss and practice fire escape plans at home.

County Auditor Rippel shares information about elections with local Kiwanis Club

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 9, 2024 3:15 pm

Benton County Auditor, Hayley Rippel spoke to the Vinton Kiwanis club sharing all things election-related. She's been with the Auditor's office for 26 years and has served as the Auditor for 8 of those years.

Kiwanis Club of Vinton Installs New Officers and Recognizes Long-Serving Members

VINTON KIWANIS CLUB
October 9, 2024 12:12 pm

The Kiwanis Club of Vinton recently held its annual installation ceremony to induct new officers and board members, while also honoring long-serving members for their dedication to the organization.