High Five Friday with the Vinton Kiwanis

VINTON KIWANIS CLUB
September 29, 2023 10:11 am

Over 20 members of the Kiwanis Club of Vinton participated in High Five Friday at Tilford Elementary today welcoming students and staff to school.

Extension Fruit Specialist Discusses Iowa Apple Harvest

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
September 28, 2023 3:39 pm

Drought and heat had an impact on the 2023 Iowa apple cropAs the days shorten and the chill of autumn enters the air, many look to local apple orchards for a classic crisp and sweet Iowa treat.

Belle Plaine Volunteers bring VGH Home Health the gift of Quilts

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
September 28, 2023 3:32 pm

The Belle Plaine Project Group of Benton County Volunteer Center in collaboration with Connie’s Quilters of Brandon finished 67 lap quilts. The quilts will be distributed by Virginia Gay Hospital Home Health to clients for the holidays.

V-S FFA Local Greenhands Get Fired Up

FFA
September 28, 2023 3:12 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Juliana LuisOn Tuesday, September 5th, the V-S FFA had their annual Local Greenhand Fire-Up. With anticipation for extending the scope of the chapter, FFA Officers and advisors prepared for the first-ever Local Greenhand Fire-Up with the addition of the middle school students.

Re-Discovering Iowa's Fall Treasures

IOWA SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE
September 28, 2023 3:11 pm

By Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike NaigEach season holds its own treasures, waiting to be re-discovered each year.With the official arrival of fall, I am reminded how much I enjoy the season and its charm.

Pate & Auditor Advisory Group urge Iowans to turn to trusted sources for info

SECRETARY OF STATE
September 27, 2023 9:00 pm

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate and his Auditor Advisory Group are once again working together to serve as trusted sources for information leading into the 2023 City-School Election.

Vinton Kiwanis Shares results of 5K Fundraiser with the Community

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
September 27, 2023 9:08 am

The Vinton Kiwanis held the annual  Boomtown 5K Run/Walk and a 1 Mile Kid run/walk on August 26th. The race collected food donations for the Wesley United Methodist Church's food pantry with the help of the local Fareway Store and their employee Ryan Tresnak.

Benton County Extension Program holds annual Farm Safety Day

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
September 26, 2023 6:36 am

Another successful Farm Saftey Day was held last Saturday at the Benton County Fairgrounds. Working with several area organizations, the day brought several workshops for area children to have a little bit of fun while learning safety.

The sights and sounds of an old car

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
September 25, 2023 9:01 am

Saturday afternoon one of the fun events held in Vinton occurred, the car cruise. Yes, I'm sure it's an age thing. Or maybe it's a throwback to the smell of gasoline and the sound of an engine roaring in the garage that brings back a good feeling from childhood.

Vinton-Shellsburg 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees to be Honored at tonight's game

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
September 22, 2023 11:44 am

The following former graduates will be inducted during tonight's Homecoming game by  Jim Struve, Vinton-Shellsburg Activities Director. The honorees will be recognized during halftime.