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Did you know that you can borrow ebooks, audio books and more from your local public library FREE?Get the app today from the Google App store, or Google Play or you can scan the QR code if you'd like!... Fish order forms due by May 30th
We would like to remind you that fish order forms are due to Benton Soil & Water Conservation District by the end of business day on May 30thIf you are considering fish for your pond this spring d...
Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Members Showcase Skills at District Ag Mechanics Event
By: Co-Reporter, Sophia NewtonOn Wednesday, April 23, 2025, members of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter demonstrated their technical skills at the Northeast District Agricultural Mechanics Career Dev... Area Memorial Day Services held across the County
On Monday, the local American Legion Post held a Memorial Day Service meeting at the Cedar River bridge. Fritz and Sue Noren lowered a wreath into the river in remembrance of Veterans that were lost. ... Vinton's Downtown made more beautiful with Flowers
The Cottage Garden Society along with help from the Vinton Parks and Recreation Department came up with a plan to make downtown Vinton bloom. Planters were added to the light poles in the downtown are... There will be no Outbound Email on Memorial Day
The headline sums it up. Take a moment to remember those we've lost in the service of our country on this important day. ...
Have fun and stay safe on the water this summer
Iowa lakes and rivers will soon be busy with paddlers, boaters, swimmers and people wading to search for fossils, rocks and driftwood or to clean up litter.Rivers are dynamic systems that change with ...
Urbana Officially terminates Police Chief
The Urbana City Council voted to terminate the Police Chief, Joshua Baker. Baker had been on paid leave since April of 2024, just over a year ago. In a 3 to 2 vote, the council fired Baker without cau... Notification to the Community - Summer Meal Program
Notification to the CommunityOpen Sites and Closed Enrolled (Needy area)Vinton-Shellsburg CSD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge...
SACG upgrades Shellsburg's Pavilion with new Picnic Tables
The Shellsburg Area Community Group’s latest effort to bring an upgrade to the City Park was very successful. The goal was to replace the worn and unattractive picnic tables in the frequently used p...