Crank Up the Nostalgia: The Spazmatics - Riverside Park Saturday, 8:00 p.m.
Dust off those jelly shoes, fluff up that hair with enough hairspray to survive an Iowa windstorm, and don't forget your favorite neon shirt—because Riverside Park is about to take a giant leap back into the totally tubular 1980s!On Saturday, July 18, at 8:00 p.
Party in the Park is the place for delicious eats and treats!
This year, Vinton Parks and Recreation area again pulling out all the stops when it comes to bringing in a variety of foods to enjoy while you're at the park.
This year, Vinton Parks and Recreation area again pulling out all the stops when it comes to bringing in a variety of foods to enjoy while you're at the park.
Benton County American Legion makes donation to Blairstown EMS
The Benton County, Iowa American Legion recently made a visit to the members of the Blairstown Fire Department and Ambulance Service. The Legion presented a donation of $1,500.
The Benton County, Iowa American Legion recently made a visit to the members of the Blairstown Fire Department and Ambulance Service. The Legion presented a donation of $1,500.
Party in the Park - Thursday, July 16 - Especially for the Kids!
Party in the Park starts Thursday, July 16! The schedule includes:THURSDAY, JULY 16, 4:30 PM TO 9 PM AT COURTHOUSE LAWNSTARTING AT 4:30 PM - FARMERS SAVINGS BANK & TRUST Community Picnic: Free hots dogs, chips & drinks served from the bank’s parking lot (401 B Ave)STARTING AT 6:00 PM - KIDDIE PARADE: Decorate your bike, your stroller or your wagon.
Party in the Park starts Thursday, July 16! The schedule includes:THURSDAY, JULY 16, 4:30 PM TO 9 PM AT COURTHOUSE LAWNSTARTING AT 4:30 PM - FARMERS SAVINGS BANK & TRUST Community Picnic: Free hots dogs, chips & drinks served from the bank’s parking lot (401 B Ave)STARTING AT 6:00 PM - KIDDIE PARADE: Decorate your bike, your stroller or your wagon.
City Brush & Compost Yard now Open
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 The City Brush & Compost Yard is now open for business!
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 The City Brush & Compost Yard is now open for business!
2026 Party in the Park Schedule of Events
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 4:30 PM TO 9 PM AT COURTHOUSE LAWNSTARTING AT 4:30 PM - FARMERS SAVINGS BANK & TRUST Community Picnic: Free hot dogs, chips & drinks served from the bank’s parking lot (401 B Ave)STARTING AT 6:00 PM - KIDDIE PARADE: Decorate your bike, your stroller or your wagon.
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 4:30 PM TO 9 PM AT COURTHOUSE LAWNSTARTING AT 4:30 PM - FARMERS SAVINGS BANK & TRUST Community Picnic: Free hot dogs, chips & drinks served from the bank’s parking lot (401 B Ave)STARTING AT 6:00 PM - KIDDIE PARADE: Decorate your bike, your stroller or your wagon.
V-S FFA Officers Take a Transformative Step Forward at NE District COLT
By Co-Reporter, Raine WheelerOn Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter Officer team joined 154 members from 25 chapters at Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo to learn more about how to “Lead Forward” at the Northeast District Chapter Officer Leadership Training.
By Co-Reporter, Raine WheelerOn Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter Officer team joined 154 members from 25 chapters at Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo to learn more about how to “Lead Forward” at the Northeast District Chapter Officer Leadership Training.
DON’T Click it…if it’s about a “ticket”
FRAUDULENT PHONE CALL-TEXT-EMAIL SCAMS are targeting Iowans! First it was texting and calling you about fake unpaid traffic tickets. Now, Iowans are also getting fake court orders with neighboring state information.
FRAUDULENT PHONE CALL-TEXT-EMAIL SCAMS are targeting Iowans! First it was texting and calling you about fake unpaid traffic tickets. Now, Iowans are also getting fake court orders with neighboring state information.
Minor flooding expected by Monday
Following torrential rain that fell early this week in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa, the Cedar River basin will raise our river level. Benton County Emergency Management Coordinator, Dean Vrba said that as of right now “the river is forecasted to crest right below action stage at 13.
Following torrential rain that fell early this week in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa, the Cedar River basin will raise our river level. Benton County Emergency Management Coordinator, Dean Vrba said that as of right now “the river is forecasted to crest right below action stage at 13.
Benton Community Reflections on 2025-26 School Year
As our hallways have quieted down for the summer, it is a time to reflect on the incredible school year we have shared at Benton Community. A school district is so much more than our buildings or grades achieved; it is a community where dedicated educators, students, families, and our community collaborate to create an environment where every student has an opportunity to experience success.
As our hallways have quieted down for the summer, it is a time to reflect on the incredible school year we have shared at Benton Community. A school district is so much more than our buildings or grades achieved; it is a community where dedicated educators, students, families, and our community collaborate to create an environment where every student has an opportunity to experience success.