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Urbana Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prison for Sexually Exploiting Child
A man who sexually exploited a child was sentenced January 25, 2024, to 30 years in federal prison. Michael Heinitz, age 20, of Urbana, received the se... Water and Sewer Rate Questions Answered
In a document loaded onto the City of Vinton's website, an explanation is given for the increased water rates and what those proposed rates will look like.Please take a few moments to read through the... Area 3rd Grader Wins VFW Essay Contest: I Love America Because
Jeanette Henry was invited to be the Chairman of the Americanism Program as part of the Iowa Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary. She wrote the program for Dru Novak, the VFW State President, in which ... Benton County Supervisors release statement concerning Board of Health
In a statement read by Benton County Board of Supervisors chair, Rick Primmer the Board of Supervisors say that the released statement is to provide "accurate information about the work of the de... 4-H Specialist Reminds Iowans to be Vigilant About Animal Care in Cold Weather
Advice on caring for animals when the temperature dropsWith more bitter cold days in the forecast, livestock and pet owners need to be vigilant about the care they give to outdoor animals.While many h...
No School today -Tuesday, January 23, 2023
The conditions have continued to deteriorate this morning and more ice has been added to the roadways. School is cancelled for the day.We will make a decision on evening activities this...
Deputy Upah Announces run for Benton County Sheriff
David Upah, a Sheriff Deputy for Benton County has announced his run to fill the seat of Benton County Sheriff in the 2024 election. Upah has served in Benton County for the past nearly 18 years in la... Vinton Police Chief Ted Paxton Announces Candidacy for Sheriff
Vinton Police Chief Ted Paxton has been a fixture in the Vinton area since he was appointed as the Vinton Police Chief in 2014. Paxton has had a long career in law enforcement. Before he arrived in... Searching for K-12 Authors!
Do you know a child that loves to write or draw stories?!The Vinton Public Library is hosting a Kid Author Event. Local children are encouraged to write their own story and have a meet and greet with ...
VSCSD Staff Update - February V-S Board Recap
Photo DescriptionsBenton County Historical Society Presentation On behalf of the Benton County Historical Society, Andrew Elwick, presented the school district with four matted maps of the town of Vi...