Two Vinton Shellsburg students recognized for their Patriotism by VFW

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 20, 2023 11:58 am

Two Vinton-Shellburg High School students were recognized both locally and nationally on Friday. The students had created a project concerning the Cold War targeting the use of MIA and POW.

Shellsburg opens new Smith Street Bridge

VINTON TODAY
November 20, 2023 11:17 am

City officials in Shellsburg hosted an official ceremony on Thursday, November 16th  to honor the historic Sells Street bridge and officially open the new Smith Street bridge.

Bear Creek Church Preservation Project Completes Roof

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 20, 2023 10:59 am

The Bear Creek Church, located at 5177 26th Ave., Brandon on V71 just south of Brandon, has been undergoing some much-needed preservation work on the building.

Urbana Veterans Memorial dedicated on Veterans Day

VINTON TODAY
November 17, 2023 10:43 am

On Veterans Day, a group of more than 100, met at the newly constructed Veterans Memorial. Created next to City Hall, the third time was a charm in securing a final location for the tribute.

Vinton Public Library Reusable Book Bags A Perfect Christmas Gift for Your Book

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
November 17, 2023 9:47 am

The newly organized Friends of the Vinton Library are selling reusable book bags just in time for Christmas. The sturdy bags are the perfect gift to carry books back and forth to the library.

Financial support available for Alliant Energy customers in need

ALLIANT ENERGY
November 17, 2023 8:20 am

Company donates $4 million to Hometown Care Energy FundFor the third consecutive year, Alliant Energy has donated $4 million to its Hometown Care Energy Fund to help customers who struggle financially to pay their energy bills.

Santa Arrives in Vinton

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 17, 2023 7:57 am

At a balmy 61 degrees, it was a pleasant night to watch the Christmas floats pass by. The various organizations and businesses along with the Vinton Fire Department came out to escort Santa into Vinton to kick off the Christmas season.

Benton County backyard bird flu detection is 14th this fall

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
November 17, 2023 7:56 am

By Jared StrongA mixed-species backyard flock of 86 birds in Benton County was recently infected by a highly transmissible avian flu, according to the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.

Legion Retires Flags

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 17, 2023 7:53 am

Legion members and Scouts honored worn flags with a solemn retirement ceremony on Saturday morning.Since 1937, the American Legion has helped honor worn American flags with a solemn disposal-by-burning ceremony.

Christmas Open House Downtown Vinton this Sunday!

VINTON TODAY
November 17, 2023 7:28 am

This Sunday there will be events happening in downtown Vinton for the annual Christmas open houses held by area businesses. From 12-4:00 p.m. the stores will be open offering some holiday cheer.