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U.S. News and World Report on National School Rankings for area Districts
The U.S. News and World Report has released the National High School Rankings. Below is a side-by-side comparison of the information available for the three high schools that affect Benton County resi...
The cost of housing is going up in Benton County
It's not a surprise to see that the value of homes have risen in the last few years. Nor is it a surprise to see that the demand for homes too have risen. Benton County has been a seller's market for...
Two accidents in the area on Labor Day
Labor Day was not a good day for drivers in the area. Starting the day off there was an accident off of the 380 and 330th St. just over the Benton County line into Buchanan County near Brandon. T... Eastern Iowa Honor Flight announces flight to Washington DC
On Wednesday, September 20, 2023, the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight
will launch Flight #48. The mission of this non-profit organization is to provide veterans with a
“once in a lifetime” opportuni...
Grassley Academy Nominations Deadline Approaching
Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is accepting applications from Iowa high school students who wish to be nominated and considered for appointments to the U.S. service academies. The U.S. Air ...
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...