Boomfest brings the young and the old to downtown Vinton

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 28, 2023 5:20 pm

83 vendors arrived early on Saturday morning and filled 96 booths in the downtown area. Covering 3 blocks, everything from wine to cupcakes and cdfafts were available for purchase.

Creator of the Vinton Viking Mascot passes away

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 28, 2023 4:52 pm

This week, the Vinton Class of 1983 noted something that should be remembered. Before I get to that, we need to back up a few decades before the 1980s.

FOUND (Following Boomfest events)

VINTON TODAY
August 28, 2023 4:52 pm

Found:  A six foot child height table was left on the east side of HACAP, may have been left accidentally after Boomtown.  Please feel free to pick up this week at HACAP.

Area children wrap up their first week of school

VINTON TODAY
August 25, 2023 11:47 am

Area children arrived at school during the hottest week that we've had for a long time! Wednesday morning found children and sometimes parents arriving at Tilford Elementary and the teachers ready to welcome the students back to school Several arrived ready to take on the day.

Peter Teahen of the Fellowship of Flying Rotarians addresses Vinton Lions Club

VINTON LIONS CLUB
August 25, 2023 11:23 am

Vinton Lions hosted guest speaker Peter Teahen sharing his and John Ockenfels' efforts to raise awareness and efforts to eradicate Polio and provide vaccinations around the world.

VGH Jeanette Miller Scholarships Awarded

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
August 25, 2023 11:14 am

Congratulations to VGH Staff members, Maddux Erhardt, Reanna Wilhelm and Rebecca Haines, awarded Jeanette Miller Nursing Scholarships. We celebrate their accomplishments and efforts in pursuing and furthering their nursing education.

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!