Benton County Primary Election Results

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
June 4, 2024 10:03 pm

On Tuesday, June 4, 2024 Benton County Residents voted for their choice of candidates that will be voted on in November's Election. Of the 18,644 registered voters, only 2,439 ballots were cast, or 13.

Benton County Conservation to move Old Creamery Nature Trailhead in Vinton

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
June 4, 2024 8:49 pm

 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

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
June 4, 2024 8:48 pm

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.

Brandon man wins $30,000 in Iowa Lottery's "Pocket Change"

IOWA LOTTERY
June 4, 2024 6:35 pm

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.

Benton County's Livestock Skills Teams at Iowa State 4-H Livestock Triathlon

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
June 3, 2024 4:34 pm

Congratulations to Benton County’s Livestock Skills Teams who represented our county well at the Iowa State 4-H Livestock Triathlon! Following are t

VGH CEO, Michele Schoonover, Announces Retirement After 44 Years of Service

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
June 1, 2024 9:34 pm

After an illustrious 44-year career dedicated to healthcare excellence, Michele Schoonover, CEO of Virginia Gay Hospital, has announced her retirement.

Vinton-Shellsburg among 3 Iowa groups awarded $50,000 grants to fight drug abuse

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
June 1, 2024 4:32 pm

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.

Elberon woman sentenced to 2 years in prison for stealing from City of Clutier

U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
May 31, 2024 6:40 pm

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.

Application for Benton County Veterans Affairs Commission

BENTON COUNTY VETERANS AFFAIRS
May 31, 2024 9:41 am

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.

Candidate Forum Dist. 1 Supervisor Candidates - Lillibridge, Tippett, VanRee

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 30, 2024 2:23 pm

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.