When you hear the sirens sound, it’s time to go underground!
Vinton has been hit twice by tornados and a derecho in recent years. Benton County Emergency Management director Dean Vrba, would like to remind you that if you hear the siren sound, it’s time to go underground.
VGH Celebrates Employee Milestones at 2026 Years of Service Awards
Virginia Gay Hospital proudly recognized the dedication, compassion, and outstanding service of its employees during the 2026 Years of Service Awards Celebration, held on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Virginia Gay Hospital.
Virginia Gay Hospital proudly recognized the dedication, compassion, and outstanding service of its employees during the 2026 Years of Service Awards Celebration, held on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Virginia Gay Hospital.
Iowa National Guard Assisting with America 250
The following was provided by the Governor’s office:Approximately 120 Iowa National Guard Soldiers will deploy to Washington, D.C., this July to support public safety, infrastructure, and preparations for the upcoming America250 celebrations.
The following was provided by the Governor’s office:Approximately 120 Iowa National Guard Soldiers will deploy to Washington, D.C., this July to support public safety, infrastructure, and preparations for the upcoming America250 celebrations.
MidAmerican Gas Rates Increased on July 17
MidAmerican Gas Rates to Increase Rates July 17The below information comes from press releases from the Iowa Utilities Commission and MidAmerican Energy.
MidAmerican Gas Rates to Increase Rates July 17The below information comes from press releases from the Iowa Utilities Commission and MidAmerican Energy.
Community Rallies to Raise More Than $11,000 During Party in Pink 5K/10K
The Virginia Gay Hospital Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to everyone who made the 2026 Party in Pink 5K/10K a tremendous success. Despite warm and humid summer conditions, hundreds of community members came together to support the Foundation's Gifts of Hope program, raising more than $11,000 to benefit local individuals and families.
The Virginia Gay Hospital Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to everyone who made the 2026 Party in Pink 5K/10K a tremendous success. Despite warm and humid summer conditions, hundreds of community members came together to support the Foundation's Gifts of Hope program, raising more than $11,000 to benefit local individuals and families.
Keep the kids cool this warm weekend
Hot and Humid Weather Continues
through Monday. Practice heat safety this weekend.
Hot and Humid Weather Continues
through Monday. Practice heat safety this weekend.
Vinton Police Department Log for July 6-12, 2026.
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.
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.
VS-FFA Members Foster Curiosity at Creative Kids Daycare
By Co-Reporter, Raine WheelerOn Monday, June 8th, 2026, members of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter visited the Creative Kids Program at Tilford and Shellsburg Elementary Schools to teach youth about agriculture.
By Co-Reporter, Raine WheelerOn Monday, June 8th, 2026, members of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter visited the Creative Kids Program at Tilford and Shellsburg Elementary Schools to teach youth about agriculture.
Connie Arens honored with Governor’s Volunteer Award
Veteran Connie Arens was recognized in Urbandale, Iowa, as a recipient of the Governor’s Volunteer Award, a statewide honor celebrating exceptional service and commitment to Iowa communities.
Veteran Connie Arens was recognized in Urbandale, Iowa, as a recipient of the Governor’s Volunteer Award, a statewide honor celebrating exceptional service and commitment to Iowa communities.
Crank Up the Nostalgia: The Spazmatics - Riverside Park Saturday, 8:00 p.m.
Dust off those jelly shoes, fluff up that hair with enough hairspray to survive an Iowa windstorm, and don't forget your favorite neon shirt—because Riverside Park is about to take a giant leap back into the totally tubular 1980s!On Saturday, July 18, at 8:00 p.
Dust off those jelly shoes, fluff up that hair with enough hairspray to survive an Iowa windstorm, and don't forget your favorite neon shirt—because Riverside Park is about to take a giant leap back into the totally tubular 1980s!On Saturday, July 18, at 8:00 p.