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Vinton's Downtown made more beautiful with Flowers
The Cottage Garden Society along with help from the Vinton Parks and Recreation Department came up with a plan to make downtown Vinton bloom. Planters were added to the light poles in the downtown are... There will be no Outbound Email on Memorial Day
The headline sums it up. Take a moment to remember those we've lost in the service of our country on this important day. ...
Have fun and stay safe on the water this summer
Iowa lakes and rivers will soon be busy with paddlers, boaters, swimmers and people wading to search for fossils, rocks and driftwood or to clean up litter.Rivers are dynamic systems that change with ...
Urbana Officially terminates Police Chief
The Urbana City Council voted to terminate the Police Chief, Joshua Baker. Baker had been on paid leave since April of 2024, just over a year ago. In a 3 to 2 vote, the council fired Baker without cau... Notification to the Community - Summer Meal Program
Notification to the CommunityOpen Sites and Closed Enrolled (Needy area)Vinton-Shellsburg CSD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge...
SACG upgrades Shellsburg's Pavilion with new Picnic Tables
The Shellsburg Area Community Group’s latest effort to bring an upgrade to the City Park was very successful. The goal was to replace the worn and unattractive picnic tables in the frequently used p... Vinton Today Needs You
Dear Vinton Today Readers,First off, a huge thank you to those of you who have already sent in donations and checks to help build the new website—your generosity means the world. Truly, I’m t...
4th St. Diner in Need of an upright Freezer ASAP
UPDATE!We were fortunate to have several people reach out to us and we received a brand new freezer today. Simply amazing! I am overwhelmed with the positive support of the community members and your ...
Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Plant Sale Grows Over $8,500 for Ag Program
By: Co-Reporter, Abby McKennaThe Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter wrapped up a successful spring plant sale after three busy weekends in the high school greenhouse. With strong support from the greenhous... Virginia Gay Hospital Honors Dedicated Employees at 2025 Service Awards Banquet
Virginia Gay Hospital proudly celebrated the commitment and dedication of its staff during the 2025 Annual Employee Awards Banquet, held at the Vinton Country Club on Wednesday evening. The event brou...