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Benton County Conservation to move Old Creamery Nature Trailhead in Vinton
In honor of World Bicycle Day, we have some exciting news to share!Benton County Conservation has received a grant through Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation to relocate the Old Creamery Nature Trail Vinton Trailhead! No longer will you have to wait for stalled railcars or dodge traffic on HWY 218! WOOHOO!The Anderson family has donated the land to make this project possible. Change in policy for Minutes of Benton County Supervisor Meetings
As per the IPIB training received last week, the minutes that will be published in the newspaper, as the "official" newspaper for publication, will NOT include all of the details of a meeting. Now you will only see, a remake of the agenda and whether or not action was taken. There won't be any extended comments as to what what said or discussed in meetings.
Brandon man wins $30,000 in Iowa Lottery's "Pocket Change"
Rodney Clark Claims Top Prize In ‘Pocket Change’ Scratch GameA Buchanan County man has won a $30,000 prize.Rodney Clark of Brandon won the fourth top prize in the Iowa Lottery’s “Pocket Change” scratch game. He purchased his winning ticket at Casey’s, 5350 31st Ave. in Urbana, and claimed his prize Monday at the lottery’s Cedar Rapids regional office. Benton County’s Livestock Skills Teams at Iowa State 4-H Livestock Triathlon
Congratulations to Benton County’s Livestock Skills Teams who represented our county well at the Iowa State 4-H Livestock Triathlon! Following are the result highlights: Livestock JudgingJunior team – 4th team overall; Alex Zahradnik 2nd high individualMixed/Intermediate team -- 14th team overall; Kinze Manson 3rd overall in oral reason VGH CEO, Michele Schoonover, Announces Retirement After 44 Years of Service
After an illustrious 44-year career dedicated to healthcare excellence, Michele Schoonover, CEO of Virginia Gay Hospital, has announced her retirement. Schoonover, a native of Waterloo, Iowa, and a resident of Vinton since 1979, leaves behind a legacy of exceptional leadership, community advocacy, and unwavering commitment to patient care.Michele Schoonover's journey in healthcare began at St. Vinton-Shellsburg among 3 Iowa groups awarded $50,000 grants to fight drug abuse
By Jack O'ConnorTwo school districts and a drug prevention group each received a five-year, $50,000 drug prevention and treatment grant that they plan to use to tackle youth drug abuse.The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) grant went to the Clinton Substance Abuse Council, Mount Vernon Community School District and Vinton Shellsburg Community School District.
Elberon woman sentenced to 2 years in prison for stealing from City of Clutier
Former Clutier City Clerk Sentenced to Nearly Two Years in Federal Prison for Stealing from the CityA woman who formerly worked as the city clerk for the City of Clutier, Iowa, and who committed wire fraud to steal from the city was sentenced today to nearly two years in federal prison.Keri Kopriva, age 44, from Elberon, Iowa, received the prison term after an October 26, 2023, guilty plea to one count of wire fraud.
Application for Benton County Veterans Affairs Commission
NoticeThe Benton County Board of Supervisors is accepting applications for the Benton County Veterans Affairs Commission. This is a three-member commission that provides guidance and oversees operations of the Benton County Veterans Affairs Department. This position is a 3-year term beginning June 30, 2024 and does require an applicant to be a veteran.
Candidate Forum Dist. 1 Supervisor Candidates - Lillibridge, Tippett, VanRee
There are three candidates running for Benton County Sheriff. Below are the statements made by our candidates. Questions were asked by the public. If the name was clear on the audio recording of those who directed a question to the candidates the name is included. If it was not the question is just listed.-The candidate forum was held at the Farmers Mercantile on Saturday morning. Candidate Forum Summary Supervisor Candidates for District 3 - Bierschenk & Volz
There are two candidates running for Benton County Sheriff. Below are the statements made by our candidates. Questions were asked by the public. If the name was clear on the audio recording of those who directed a question to the candidates the name is included. If it was not the question is just listed.-Two candidates are competing for the District 3 Supervisor race.