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.

Notice of Benton County EMS Levy Public Measure

BENTON COUNTY
August 21, 2023 11:11 am

Notice of Benton County EMS Levy Public Measure The following countywide public measure will be on the ballot during the General Election on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Mt. Auburn girl named as Grand Champion Showman

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 20, 2023 10:31 pm

Emma Wayson of Mt. Auburn entered in the Junior division was named the Grand Champion Showman at the Governor's Charity Steer Show last Saturday. She showed her steer Junior.

Trump! Thank you!

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 18, 2023 11:43 am

"Trump! Thank You!"A Benton County family was able to spot and call out to Former President Trump while at the Iowa State Fair this week.  Standing behind a row of State Troopers, the mother shouted, "Trump! Thank you!" The trooper in front of her quickly said, "You didn't have to say anything!" In the video you can hear the local mom being surprised that President Trump heard her.

2023 Iowa State Fair Winners (Part 1)

IOWA STATE FAIR
August 18, 2023 11:18 am

Iowa State Fair Exhibits & Communications Winners in the Communication entries:Working Exhibits7th Graders Nora and Jenna Grovert of the North Eden Willing Workers 4-H club received recognition for their submission promoting literacy.

Electric Pole hit along C Ave.

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 18, 2023 11:10 am

Vinton's electric crew has been working at the corner of C Ave. and 10th St. to replace a pole that had been hit. The pole was tilted just enough that crews saw a need to reset a new pole in the ground to correct the issues.