By: Co-Reporter, Izzie BirkerThis year plant sales took place on April 23rd, 26th, 27th, 30th, May 3rd, 4th, 7th, 10th, 11th, 14th, 15th, and 16th. In the greenhouse this year, there were many different varieties of flowers, hanging baskets, planter boxes and so much more! During the sale, the High School Greenhouse Management students and FFA members came in to work the sales to enhance the customer experience.

Storm damage and flooding impact some Iowa state parks for Memorial Day weekendSeveral Iowa state parks have been impacted by recent heavy rains and storms, causing closures in some areas.

 The Vinton Area Ministerial Association, on behalf of the Vinton Shellsburg Community School District summer lunch program is calling for volunteers! Starting June 3rdon Monday through Friday, volunteers are needed at Tilford Elementary and Shellsburg Elementary from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

By: Co-Reporter, Izzie BirkerOn Wednesday, April 24th members of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter traveled to Calmar for the annual District Ag Mechanics Career Development Event.

The Benton County Pantry and Wesley Church Pantry would like to extend a HUGE THANK YOU for the generous donations of shelf-stable food. A BIG THANK YOU to the postal carriers who sponsored it and worked extra hard to deliver it.

Leadership. Integrity. Trust.Four years ago, I was asked by many people if I would consider running for Benton County Supervisor. My answer was.  "No.

May 21, 2024At 8:30 p.m. on May 21, 2024, Sgt. Alex Dinkla, the Iowa State Patrol public information officer, held a press conference in Adair County in the wake of a devastating tornado:  "Earlier today, the town of Greenfield was struck by a devastating tornado.

Barb Winsor, President of our Sports Boosters, was recognized as a Difference Maker. Barb has been part of Sports Boosters for 22 years! You have likely seen Barb in the concession stand at any event you have attended because she works almost every single home game of all sports that offer concessions.

This reminder brought to you by the Vinton Police Department. "Seat belt laws and enhanced enforcement increase seat belt use, thereby reducing crash-related injuries.

Experience and Qualifications · 28/29 years of Law Enforcement Experience — Albion, Eldora, Vinton · 17 years as a Chief of Police · 23 years of Volunteer Fire Fighter - combined · Fiscally responsible with tax dollars · Benton County Resident since 2014 · Husband and Father of 6 children — Wife BeAnn, Mitchell 28, Stephen 25, Nicolas 21, Haedon 11, Korban 10, Lyndon 6Priorities and Goals · Enhance community engagement in rural Benton Countyo Assign a deputy to our townships, get to know their trustees and clerks.