Boomfest and Boomtown Events this weekend

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 24, 2023 8:13 pm

Saturday, August 26 will be packed with a ton of fun activities for those who dare to venture out this weekend. Beginning at 8:00 a.m. the Vinton Kiwanis will host their annual 5K Fun Run/Walk.

Area Student Assists the local Fire Department

VINTON FIRE DEPARTMENT
August 24, 2023 12:58 pm

The Vinton Fire Department recognized an area student for helping to make their lives a little easier. In a post on Facebook the department thanked Wes McKenna for his help in designing a revolving tool holder that fits in the side of the fire truck.

Pourville adds Mural to the Alleyscape

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 24, 2023 10:55 am

When Vinton was fortunate enough to add an art studio to its main street, most of us didn't know what a blessing it would be to the community. While art is something that only a few dabble in Dandeena Schadle has made Pourville Art Studio and Gallery something for everyone.

Water and Wastewater Workers of Iowa Week August 20-26

CITY OF VINTON
August 24, 2023 9:29 am

Thank you to all of those who work on behalf of Vinton residents to provide all of our water needs!

Vinton Police Department Log for Week of August 14-20, 2023

VINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
August 23, 2023 5:47 pm

Vinton Police Department Log for Week of August 14-20, 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.

It was so hot in Vinton today that...

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 22, 2023 6:37 pm

Well, I don't think the heat had anything to do with it but I'm not not saying that either!With temperatures hovering around 97 ° the Vinton Fire Department responded to a mower catching on fire on Tuesday afternoon.

Secretary of State Shares Results of Iowa State Fair Presidential Straw Poll

SECRETARY OF STATE
August 22, 2023 12:00 pm

The unscientific State Fair Straw Poll promotes voter registration and participation  Joe Biden, Donald Trump, and Raymond Wagner received the most votes in each of their political parties in Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate’s 2023 State Fair Straw Poll.

State Fair Winners (Part 2)

VINTON TODAY
August 22, 2023 11:53 am

The Benton County Bruce Boosters represented by Olivia HansonOlivia Hansen of the Benton County Bruce Boosters, won a Red Ribbon for her Special Gift entry of a wooden box and black cloth with 5 pieces of jewelry.

Gifts honor Easton Lindeman's memory at U of I Stead Family Children's Hospital

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 22, 2023 10:32 am

After the loss of her son three-year-old Easton, Samantha Lindeman decided that each year, on Easton's birthday, the family would do something to honor him.

Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Awards Presented to the Buhr Family Farm

IOWA STATE FAIR
August 21, 2023 10:51 pm

Farm families honored by the Governor’s Office, Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and Iowa Department of Natural Resources for outstanding environmental leadershipThe Buhr Family Farms of Benton County was a 2023 award recipient at this year's State Fair.