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Benton County Fair Events

It's Fair week in Benton County! Come on out and enjoy some fun and entertainment! Below are some of the highlights of the week!Wednesday, June 19, 6:00 p.
Article Thumbnail. Fritz Noren, Mike Naylor and Otto Bush give flags a final salute before the Unserviceable Flag Ceremony

Flags Retired by Local Legion Members

Legion members carried out the "Unserviceable Flag Ceremony" on Flag Day last week. The Legion has been honoring the worn flags across the nation with solemn retirement ceremonies since September of 1937.
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City Council Notes for 6/13/24 Meeting

The Vinton City Council met on Thursday evening for their first June meeting.  meetings. The meeting was called to order followed by a roll call with all members present, Ron Hessenius, Rylie Pflughaupt, Tami Stark-Mahood, Zach Parmater, Wesley Recker, Andrew Elwick and Mayor Bud Maynard.
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Samantha Bevans Sentenced to Life in Prison

Samantha Bevans was found guilty of First Degree murder in the death of her stepmother Jodie Bevans. Sentencing was held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, June 14.

Lawsuits promised, One Delivered to Benton County

In the Benton County Supervisor Meeting held on May 28, 2024, former Benton County Attorney, David Thompson said, "you have more lawsuits out there that are pending, that you haven't disclosed to the public yet," and "How many more lawsuits do you want? Because you know you have more out there that the public's not aware of.
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Nathan's Miles Glow Trail puts Vinton on the Map

Nathan's Miles Glow Trail has certainly been a bright spot in Vinton. On June 9th, a Facebook page called, "Iowa Road Trip" gave a glowing review of Vinton's trail.
Article Thumbnail. Andrew Allsup, Cooper McClintock, and Wesley McKenna received silver for State Ag Mechanics at Iowa State.

Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Shows Skills in Summer

By: Co-Reporter, Sophia NewtonThe Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members have spent weeks preparing for various state and district contests. The competitions were held at the Kirkwood and Iowa State University campuses.