It's Snow Joke when we get two foot of snow!

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 6, 2024 10:16 am

So what does it take to clear two feet of snow? Add in sub zero weather freezing said snow?  I was able to touch base with Myron Parizek who is in charge of Benton County's Secondary Roads.

Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest

VINTON TODAY
February 5, 2024 12:17 pm

The Knights of Columbus free throw contest was held on Sunday, February 4th at the V/S  Middle School. The contest is for ages 9 to 14   boys and girls.

Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Scholarship Application Deadline Extended

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHEAST IOWA
February 5, 2024 11:58 am

The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa (CFNEIA) is extending the submission deadline for its scholarship application process to April 10, 2024.

Veterans of Foreign Wars 8884 recognize Grovert

VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 8884
February 2, 2024 11:50 am

The Veterans of Foreign Wars 8884 presented  Jenna Grovert with a 3rd place District 2 certificate and a check for the winner.  Grovert is in 8th grade and attends Central Lutheran School in Newhall.

Van Ree Offers A Fresh Start for Benton County

VINTON TODAY
February 2, 2024 11:39 am

Kellie Van Ree, a lifetime Benton County resident is excited to announce her candidacy for Benton County Supervisor. Kellie is a 2001 graduate of Vinton-Shellsburg Highschool and attended Kirkwood Community College majoring in Nursing.

V-S Student and Director to Perform at ACD Assoc. Midwestern Conference

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
February 1, 2024 3:11 pm

Vinton-Shellsburg Choir Student and Director Selected to Perform at the American Choral Directors Association Midwestern Conference VSHS senior Samuel Glynn was selected to participate in the Tenor/Bass High School Honor Choir at the 2024 American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) Midwestern Conference in Omaha, Nebraska from Feb.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church Welcomes Everyone...Just one request

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 1, 2024 12:40 pm

Church splits are nothing new. But this one could be seen AND it's the easiest kind to fix. The only disagreement that Bethlehem Lutheran Church might have with attendees might be the appropriate way to enter the building.

Stars Over 70 Open for Nominations

WALLACE AND BEVERLY WINKIE FOUNDATION
February 1, 2024 12:17 pm

  Now is your opportunity to honor your mentors and role models! The Wallace and Beverly Winkie Foundation is accepting nominations for Stars Over 70, a celebration of those individuals in the Belle Plaine area who are at least 70 years of age and are leaders in their community through volunteering, working, or serving as role models.

Veterans of Foreign Wars 8884 Voice of Democracy Winner Announced

VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 8884
February 1, 2024 12:04 pm

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8884 "Voice of Democracy" winner has been named from the Vinton-Shellsburg High School. Grace Stephenson received her local award from Post 8884.

Better Together offers T-Shirts and Sweatshirts to help support Rescue Efforts

BETTER TOGETHER ANIMAL RESCUE, INC.
January 31, 2024 4:35 pm

Get them before they’re gone! Thank you to everyone who has ordered Better Together apparel thus far! We have shirts available of every size remaini