Highway 150 west of Urbana is now Open

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
July 15, 2024 1:29 pm

Traffic has resumed on Highway 150 just east of Prairie Creek Church. The new bridge construction has been completed and there is no longer a detour on the road.

Incoming Storm this Afternoon and Heat Advisory for Today

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
July 15, 2024 11:41 am

Benton County Emergency Management released the following information concerning incoming weather for today, July 15, 2024.  There is a heat advisory for this area with a heat index of 100 ° to 110 °.

Hansen retires following 25 Year Career

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
July 14, 2024 12:52 pm

After 25 years as the Benton County Emergency Management Coordinator, Scott Hansen, will finally not have to worry about the weather. Or flooding. Or whether or not he should sound the tornado sirens.

VSCSD Facility Update

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
July 12, 2024 11:21 am

Dear Vinton-Shellsburg Staff and Community,I am writing to provide an update on our ongoing facilities planning process, which has been a significant focus for our district as we strive to support the success of all students and staff through improved infrastructure.

Shellsburg Couple Arrested, a Second Time

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
July 12, 2024 10:47 am

A second set of arrests were carried out by the Benton County Sheriff's Department for a married couple from Shellsburg.  Stacy Diveley was arrested on the same charge that brought her a prison term just a week earlier.

Join Us in the Fight on World Day Against Trafficking July 30

SECRETARY OF STATE
July 11, 2024 7:52 pm

July 30 is World Day Against Trafficking, a day dedicated to raising awareness and taking action against the scourge of human trafficking. At the Iowa Secretary of State’s Office, we are passionate about addressing this issue that often goes unnoticed, with survivors too often falling through the cracks of our society.

Vinton Police Department Log for Week of July 1-7, 2024

VINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
July 10, 2024 2:33 pm

All Charges are subject to review by the Benton County Attorney’s Office. An arrest or criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the Defendant is presumed innocent, unless proven guilty.

The Department of Revenue Announces a New Website

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
July 10, 2024 11:45 am

 The Iowa Department of Revenue has a new website, which merges tax.iowa.gov and abd.iowa.gov into the new revenue.iowa.gov.

Eastern Iowa Honor Flight completes its 51st Flight

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
July 9, 2024 1:08 pm

Recently 88 Veterans flew out on the 51st  Eastern Iowa Honor Flight. Leaving Cedar Rapids early in the morning, the Iowa Veterans arrived to the applause and cheers of hundreds of travelers who were waiting at the Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia.

Benton County Board of Supervisor Meeting Notes 7/9/24

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
July 9, 2024 12:04 pm

The Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. Supervisors Rick Primmer, Tracy Seeman and Gary Bierschenk were present.The meeting began at 9:00 a.