Jury finds Samantha Bevans guilty of First Degree Murder

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 20, 2024 10:47 am

Last week a jury was seated in the Samantha Bevans First Degree Murder trial for the murder of her stepmother, Jodie Bevans. Following a week of testimony from family members all speaking to the kindness of Jodie in extending a second chance opportunity to Samantha, moving her back home in hopes of changing her life and making it better, the family also had to testify to the terrible mistake that was.

Just a friendly reminder to buckle up

VINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
May 19, 2024 10:00 pm

The U.S. Department of Transportation says, "One of the safest choices drivers and passengers can make is to buckle up. Many Americans understand the lifesaving value of the seat belt — the national use rate was at 91.

Samanta Bevans Trial: Day 4 (Closing Arguments)

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 17, 2024 3:44 pm

On Friday, the jury heard the closing arguments for both the State and the defense. Presenting the remarks were Assistant Iowa Attorney General’s office and the defense Fir Samantha Bevans.

VGH Employee Awards Banquet 2024

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
May 17, 2024 1:33 pm

In conjunction with Hospital week, Virginia Gay Hospital recently held its Employee Awards Banquet to honor staff members for their years of dedicated service.

VGH Celebrates First Annual DAISY Honoree Eric Struve

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
May 17, 2024 1:31 pm

Virginia Gay Hospital (VGH) is proud to announce Eric Struve, LPN, as the recipient of the first annual DAISY Award. This prestigious award recognizes extraordinary nurses who provide exceptional care and compassion to their patients.

County job openings

BENTON COUNTY
May 16, 2024 11:28 pm

A position is open at the Benton County Clerk's office.   Candidates will need to apply online at www.Neogov.com.   The Title of the position is Judicial Specialists 2, Number 24-03920.

Samantha Bevans Trial: Day 3 (Samantha Bevans)

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 16, 2024 10:52 pm

On the third day of trial, Samantha Bevans, 35, took the stand in her own defense. Instructed by the judge that she didn't have to testify, but that she can testify if she chose.

Iowa Food Pantries Receive $43,000 Worth of Food from Pork Producers

IOWA PORK PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION
May 16, 2024 12:09 pm

Pork producers across Iowa donated more than $43,000 worth of pork to local food pantries during the past few months. It was done in conjunction with the Pork in the Pantry program, organized by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA).

Deadline Approaching for Century and Heritage Farm Applications

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
May 16, 2024 11:58 am

Farm families will be honored on August 15 at the Iowa State FairThe June 1 deadline for eligible Iowa farm owners to apply for Century or Heritage Farm recognition is quickly approaching, and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is encouraging farm families to apply today.

State Auditor Rob Sand Releases a Report on the City of Shellsburg

AUDITOR OF STATE
May 16, 2024 11:45 am

Auditor of State Rob Sand released an agreed-upon procedures report on the City of Shellsburg, Iowa for the period July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023.