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.

Benton County Extension host Visit with Iowa State Officials & Area Leaders

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 15, 2023 4:17 pm

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach met at the Benton County Access Center in Vinton and hosted President of Iowa State University, Wendy Wintersteen and Vice President of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Jason Henderson.

Vinton Police Department Log for Week of November 6-12, 2023

VINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
November 15, 2023 3:08 pm

Vinton Police Department Log for Week of November 6-12, 2023All 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.

4th St. Diner in need of delivery driver

4TH ST. DINER
November 14, 2023 5:48 pm

We are so very saddened to hear about the unexpected passing of one of our dear volunteers, Tom Gallagher. Tom delivered meals for the 4th Street Senior Dining Center in Vinton on Wednesdays and Sundays along with wherever was needed.

Iowa Public Information Board to hear complaints from Benton County

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 14, 2023 5:29 pm

The Iowa Public Information Board was contacted by this editor along with six other residents concerning actions taken by the Benton County Board of Supervisors.