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BENTON COUNTY POLLING PLACES

BENTON COUNTY POLLING PLACESPrimary ElectionJune 4, 2024Polls open 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.PRECINCT POLLING PLACESBelle Plaine I Community Center, RSVP Room1309 5th Avenue, Belle Plaine, IABelle Plaine ...

"Twisty the Fly and I go to a Garage Sale" now available

Waylon Struve, six years old, gave the inspiration for a book written by his aunt Breanna Stephenson. It all started because of an ordinary morning in the Struve home. It began with the birth of a fly...

Candidate Resume: Bruce Volz for Supervisor

 I was born and raised on a family farm west of Norway.  I attended Norway schools and graduated in 1976. I worked for United Airlines for 27 years, that is where I met my wife.  Unfort...

Severe Weather expected Today (Friday) and Sunday

Map for Sunday Key Messages ● Severe weather is possible this morning and again this afternoon and evening. Damaging winds to 70 mph, large hail to the size of quarters, and tornadoes are possible. ● Sev...

Candidate Resume: Kellie VanRee for Supervisor

Since I submitted my background information in a prior article, I would like to take the opportunity to explain why I am the best candidate for Benton County Supervisor. My goals are simple and are an...

No Email on May 27 and 28

Due to Memorial Day, there will be no outbound email on Monday or Tuesday, May 27th and 28th. However, there will be posts added I'm sure on those days, but not as many as there usually are. Anyt...

Volunteer Auction Funds V-S FFA Activities

Senior FFA member Grayce McClintock anxiously awaits to see where she will spend her volunteer time. By: Co-Reporter, Izzie BirkerOn Monday, April 8th the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter held their annual Volunteer Auction. At this event, members can sign up to volunteer their time within the community...

Some of our beautiful Dahlias at the plant sales!

Some of our beautiful Dahlias at the plant sales! By: Co-Reporter, Izzie BirkerThis year plant sales took place on April 23rd, 26th, 27th, 30th, May 3rd, 4th, 7th, 10th, 11th, 14th, 15th, and 16th. In the greenhouse this year, there were many differe...

Storm damage and flooding impact some Iowa state parks for Memorial Day weekend

Storm damage and flooding impact some Iowa state parks for Memorial Day weekendSeveral Iowa state parks have been impacted by recent heavy rains and storms, causing closures in some areas. Visitors ar...

Local churches are calling for volunteers to help staff summer lunch program

 The Vinton Area Ministerial Association, on behalf of the Vinton Shellsburg Community School District summer lunch program is calling for volunteers! Starting June 3rdon Monday through Frid...