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Rollinger selected to perform with National FFA Band at 2023 National Convention
Rachel Rollinger, a member of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA chapter in Vinton, Iowa, will be on stage and in the spotlight Nov. 1-4 during the 2023 National FFA Convention & E...
Somewhere, Under the Sea, you'll find a good book
The Vinton Guild of Fine Arts is at it again! It's no surprise that the guild has come up with more gorgeous art to be enjoyed. When it comes to creating and brightening our spaces around town, the Gu... 2023 VSHS Homecoming Activities Schedule
The 2023 Homecoming Week for Vinton-Shellsburg High School is from September 17th through September 22nd.The community is invited to help us celebrate at the following high school events:Sunday, Septe...
Vinton Police Department Log for Week of August 28-September 3, 2023
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. Intrasta...
V-S FFA Members Take a Shot at Meat And Livestock Judging
By: Co-Reporter, Juliana LuisOn Saturday, August 26th, Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members made their way to Iowa State University for the State Meat and Livestock Judging contests. The Meats team consisted... Benton County Supervisors proclaim September Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
The Benton County Supervisors in coordination with Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition have proclaimed the month of September, 2023 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Benton County. ... Neighboring Buchanan County issues Burn Ban
This notice is given to for the Benton County Residents living next to Buchanan County, be aware of the following.(short version)Buchanan County Alert:Starting at 12:00 PM today Sept. 5, 2023, Buchana...
“The Best Day’s Ever” at the Iowa State Fair!
By: Co-Reporter, Izzie BirkerThis year at the Iowa State Fair, Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members had many members attend and enter projects. Andrew Pingenot, Carly Schlarbaum, and Evan Lopata did a great ... The Best Days Ever
By Rob Sand, State Auditor
One of the things I love about the Iowa State Fair is that you always run into
someone you didn’t expect to meet. This year was no different: while refilling
drinks f...
V-S FFA Officers Heighten Their Leadership Skills
By: Co-Reporter, Juliana Luis“I really enjoyed being able to spend time with my fellow officers and getting to know each other better. We made a lot of memories that will last a lifetime!” is how ...