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Henkle Shares Library Information with local Kiwanis
Carolyn Hibbs introduced the librarian of the Vinton Public Library to the area Kiwanis Club for their weekly meeting at the end of April. Kelly Henkle introduced herself to the group and shared some ... 2025 BENTON COUNTY AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE
Relay For Life is more than just a fundraising walk. It is a global movement that celebrates cancer survivors and caregivers, honors loved ones, and helps fund the future of cancer research and care. ... Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Members Participate in 2025 Iowa Youth Institute
By: Co-Reporter, Sophia NewtonOn Wednesday, April 30, Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members participated in the 2025 Iowa Youth Institute at Iowa State University. Over 300 students from across Iowa presented... Wesley United Methodist to Welcome Pastor Adkins
Wesley United Methodist Church announced that they will be welcoming a new pastor to the congregation. "We are excited to announce that our new Pastor will be Darrian Adkins. He and his wife Dana will... Vinton Shellsburg High School Senior Awards Night brings $148,000 to Students
The Vinton-Shellsburg High School Senior Awards Night of 2025 resulted in approximately $148,000 in Local Scholarships the area seniors. Below is a list of the recipients:Benton County Cattlemen's A... Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade Entry Applications Available
2025 Theme, 50th Anniversary Commemoration of the Vietnam War Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) has posted entry applications for the Aug. 11th Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade...
Benton Community High School Threat leads to juvenile taken into custody
The Benton Community School District was on lockdown on Tuesday due to the threat of a gun at the High School. The school received an anonymous tip through Safe+Sound Iowa at 1:07 p.m. The tip was of ... Bill expanding cancer coverage for firefighters, EMS goes to governor’s desk
By Robin OpsahlIowa House lawmakers unanimously passed a bill expanding cancer coverage for emergency responders in Iowa, sending it to the governor.House File 969 expands disability and death be...
Brandon Fire Department Assists with SUV vs. Parked Semi accident
The Brandon Fire and First Responders responded to a call on Monday, May 5th, 2025 at approximately 5:30 p.m. The call went out for the department to dispatch to I-380 in the southbound direction for ... Eastern Iowa Honor Flight Announces 55th Flight to Washington, D.C.
On Wednesday, May 14, the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight will launch Flight
#55, sponsored by the Keith Romstad Memorial. Since beginning operations in 2009, the
Eastern Iowa Honor Flight has transport...