Vinton-Shellsburg Retireesand Award Winnerswill be honored at a public open-house receptionWednesday, May 15, 2024,from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.at Vinton Skate Center*There will be a brief program at 4:30.

If you drive on Iowa 150 near Urbana you need to be aware of an upcoming construction project that may impact your trip according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Cedar Rapids construction office.

Samantha Faith Bevans, 34 formerly of Palo, will face a jury trial in Benton County District Court this week. Jury selection was held on Monday, with 110 jurors being summoned.

By: Co-Reporter, Izzie BirkerThe annual 3rd Grade Ag Day event was held at the fairgrounds on Wednesday, May 1st. 3rd graders from schools in Benton County were invited to participate in the rotations to learn about various animals and safety in agriculture settings.

Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District has been notified of a lawsuit filed by Melinda (Mindy) McClintock, an employee of the school.  In the lawsuit, McClintock is requesting a judgment be entered in her favor and is requesting that the Court order the following:-She would like a declaration that the district’s conduct is in violation of the law and make McClintock whole by providing her with appropriate lost earnings and benefits, with interest.

A single vehicle crash involving a 2014 Polaris RAZR was traveling on private property south of Bevier, Missouri   in Macon County, when the driver lost control.

What is the Primary Election?The Primary Election is held for the members of political parties to nominate candidates for the General Election. Party Affiliation The biggest difference between the Primary Election and all other elections is that a voter’s party affiliation matters.

Updated: April 30 If you drive on U.S. 218 in Vinton you need to be aware of an upcoming construction project that may impact your trip according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Cedar Rapids construction office.

Say “Yes!” To Rounding Up At FarewayFor the week of Monday, May 13th through Saturday, 18th, you will have the opportunity to support your local Salvation Army Service Extension Unit.

Vinton-Shellsburg High School 2024 Scholarship Recipients received approximately $150,000 in scholarship awards at this year's awards night. Each year, the community rallies around the graduates to send them on their way with a little monetary assistance.