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No Email on May 27 and 28
Due to Memorial Day, there will be no outbound email on Monday or Tuesday, May 27th and 28th. However, there will be posts added I'm sure on those days, but not as many as there usually are. Anything urgent or important will be put on the Home page and shared on the Vinton Today Facebook page. If you aren't following, Vinton Today on Facebook&
Volunteer Auction Funds V-S FFA Activities
By: Co-Reporter, Izzie BirkerOn Monday, April 8th the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter held their annual Volunteer Auction. At this event, members can sign up to volunteer their time within the community doing a variety of tasks including basic chores like mowing or cooking, babysitting, working concession stands, picking rock, and gardening just to name a few. Some of our beautiful Dahlias at the plant sales!
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 weekend
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. Visitors are urged to plan in advance heading into the holiday weekend in case a park activity or location is affected. Impacted parks include:Backbone State Park (Delaware County) - The north gate entrance is currently closed.
Local churches are calling for volunteers to help staff summer lunch program
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. Those who volunteer will be taking part in a program that invites all children to a free lunch Monday through Friday.
V-S FFA Shows Skills at District Ag Mechanics
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. Two teams of three were able to compete including Dallas Fairbanks, Evan Lopata, Jacob Dudley, Andrew Allsup, Ben McGowan, and Wes McKenna. These students used their skills to stand out in the Northeast District by being tough competitors. Food Pantry thanks Postal Carriers
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. The donations and the extra work is much appreciated!
Candidate Resume: Lance Lillibridge for Supervisor
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." I had committed my time to the Iowa Corn Growers Association and I wanted to finish my term by giving my full attention to the organization. My term ends in a few short months. I have been asked again if I would please consider this cycle for supervisor.
Iowa State Patrol releases statement in wake of devastating tornado
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. Local, county, and state emergency responders quickly initiated search and rescue operations once the tornado passed through the area.
Barb Winsor, a Difference Maker
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. During football and track, she uses vacation time from her full-time job to start grilling and have the concession stand ready to operate when athletes and spectators arrive.