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Survivors of domestic violence deserve to feel safe at home

Every October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Since last October,  10 Iowans have died due to this horrific crime.In 1989, Congress declared the month of October to be Domestic Awareness Month.

Another day, another Drama - Yard Signs

The Vinton City Council held a General Government Committee Meeting on Thursday evening. On the agenda was a lengthy discussion concerning the placement of yard signs in the right of way.
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Vinton's changing landscape

It has been another productive summer and fall around Vinton!On the west end of town, we've watched a couple of developments happening. The largest and one that impacts a lot of people every day is the paving of West 1st Street.
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Vinton PD partners with Pink Heals to raise funds

As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Vinton Police Department is selling pink patches for $5 each to help support Pink Heals of Eastern Iowa. All proceeds from the sale will be donated to Pink Heals Eastern Iowa to help with their projects.
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Area Pig Farmers featured in Virtual FarmChat

Iowa elementary students invited to learn with pigs Iowa elementary school students will have the chance to learn about life on a pig farm through a virtual visit on Thursday, October 26.
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The Vinton swimming pool slide slips away into the past

Vinton Park's and Rec is in the process of upgrading the pool For a long time the condition of the slide was such that it needed to be replaced.  Last week in a lengthy process, the slide was taken down.

Vinton Police Department Log for Week of October 9-15, 2023

Vinton Police Department Log for Week of October 9-15, 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.
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V-S FFA Members Explore Opportunities at Hawkeye Ag Day

By: Co-Reporter, Juliana LuisTuesday, September 26 was a big day for Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members. 9 members signed up to attend Hawkeye Ag Day eager to learn more about different parts of agriculture.