City of Vinton Leaf Pickup happening now!

CITY OF VINTON
November 7, 2023 11:35 am

UPDATED:City of Vinton leaf pickup is in full swing! The Street Department will be picking up leaves as long as they are plentiful and weather permits.

Supervisors reject legal representation for former Board of Health

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 7, 2023 10:22 am

In last week's Benton County Supervisor meeting, the Benton County Attorney Ray Lough brought legal representation to address the former   Board of Health concerns.

Election Day is Tomorrow

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 6, 2023 9:02 am

The 2023 City/School Election will be held tomorrow,  on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Polling places will be open on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.

A Morning View of the Courthouse

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 4, 2023 7:03 pm

Adam Geissinger had the same reaction that I had just the night before. A breathtaking view of the courthouse. I am always fascinated by the courthouse alone, but add a gorgeous sky behind it and you just have to stop and appreciate the view.

Clipper Corner Recognized for Gifts Of Hope Donation

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 2, 2023 5:20 pm

Mary Barkdoll has made a commitment to help raise awareness of early breast cancer detection and raising thousands of dollars over the years to support Gifts of Hope a fund that provides access to free mammograms, annual women’s health visits and funds to support a breast cancer diagnosis.

VGH Recognizes Honorees with 2023 Annual Legacy Awards

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 2, 2023 5:17 pm

Virginia Gay Hospital Health Care Foundation celebrated those in our community who have made significant impacts in philanthropy, service, and support of VGH at the 3rd Annual Legacy Honors Awards ceremony.

HOT Grant Applications are Now being Accepted

VINTON UNLIMITED
November 1, 2023 10:31 pm

The HOT grant is now open! The application can be found on our website, just click HERE. In 2017, the voters of Vinton passed a ballot measure to establish a 7% hotel/motel tax within the City limits.

HEATING ASSISTANCE LOOKING TO HELP FAMILIES DURING COLD SPELL

HACAP
November 1, 2023 1:28 pm

Iowa families struggling with utility bills as economy weakens and temperatures drop can now apply to receive help CEDAR RAPIDS, IA (November 1, 2023) — Starting November 1, individuals meeting at (or below) 200% of the federal poverty guidelines are eligible to apply for the Low-income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) facilitated through the Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc.

November Veteran of the Month Dick Stallman

BENTON COUNTY VETERANS AFFAIRS
November 1, 2023 11:47 am

Our November Veteran of the Month is someone a lot of Benton County residents will likely recognize, Richard (Dick) Stallman!  Dick served in the US Army from 1978 to 1982, and then served one more additional year in the Iowa National Guard.

Election Information: Community College

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 30, 2023 9:46 pm

The 2023 City/School Election will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Polling places will be open on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Information about voter registration is at the bottom of this column)The following candidates are included on the November ballot for the districts listed in Benton County.