Recker Sworn in to fill 4th Ward Council Seat

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 9, 2024 8:46 pm

Thursday night's council meeting began with the swearing in of Wesley Recker (pronounced Raker) to the 4th Ward council seat. Recker takes the seat that was vacated by Bethany Gates.

Bubbling with Fun

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 9, 2024 11:57 am

If you know Tom and Eunice Pingenot, you know they are one couple that is just "bubbling" with fun. They "bubble" whenever they can, wherever they can.

Vinton Police Department Log for Week of April 29-May 5, 2024

VINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
May 8, 2024 3:06 pm

All Charges are subject to review by the Benton County Attorney's Office. An arrest or criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the Defendant is presumed innocent, unless proven guilty.

Stacy Diveley found guilty on Six Charges

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 8, 2024 1:14 pm

In September of 2022 a Shellsburg couple, Jeffrey and Stacy Dively, were arrested on several crimes involving children. The first of these charges were brought to trial this week in the case of Stacy Diveley, 47.

Area Students Recognized by Governor Reynolds for Academic Excellence

IOWA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
May 7, 2024 6:36 pm

The following students were recognized by Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Adam Gregg for outstanding academic achievement at the 22nd Annual Governor’s Scholar Recognition Ceremony on April 28 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines.

University of Iowa encampment Disbanded

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
May 7, 2024 10:25 am

By Brooklyn DraisyAn encampment set up by pro-Palestine activists on the University of Iowa campus was dismantled within half an hour by university, county and state police.

State Auditor releases report on the Iowa Veteran's Home

IOWA STATE AUDITOR
May 7, 2024 9:37 am

Auditor of State Rob Sand today released a report of recommendations on the Iowa Veterans Home for the year ended June 30, 2022.  A copy of this report is below.

Lutheran Home residents visited by Tilford's Kindergartners

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 7, 2024 9:27 am

On a perfect spring morning last week, Kindergarten students from Tilford Elementary made their way to the Lutheran Home to entertain the residents. Lois Martin led the children in the outdoor concert.

First Annual Lions Club Foundation Pickleball Fun Day a smashing success

VINTON LIONS CLUB
May 6, 2024 9:42 am

The students were absolute aces! The event, organized in collaboration with Matt Boggess, VPRD Director and Lions Club members saw enthusiastic participation from middle school students, Lions Club members, local community leaders and teachers in a display of camaraderie, showcasing their skills and sportsmanship.

Iowa Department of Education has trouble doing the math

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 6, 2024 9:25 am

The Iowa Department of Education did a little homework on some of the stats that they've been sharing for more than a decade. They checked their math and found that the actual graduation rate is lower than they had been reporting.