May as Crisis Intervention Awareness Month in Benton County

BENTON COUNTY CISM TEAM
May 10, 2023 1:03 pm

For the second year, the Benton County Supervisors have declared May as Crisis Intervention Awareness Month in Benton County. This is a statement of the dedication and support of crisis intervention work in the County.

EMS declared an Essential County service

NORTH BENTON AMBULANCE
May 9, 2023 3:08 pm

The Benton County Board of Supervisors declared emergency medical services to be an essential county service at their regular meeting today with appointments to the advisory council set for next week.

Fuel up for Summer Fun!

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
May 9, 2023 1:09 pm

The Free Summer Lunch Program will be serving FREE breakfast and lunch again this summer. Children ages 1-18 are welcome to participate free in the program.

Eastern Iowa Honor Flight announces flight to Washington DC. Flight #47

EASTERN IOWA HONOR FLIGHT
May 9, 2023 1:08 pm

Eastern Iowa Honor Flight announces flight to Washington DC. Flight #47 to include 91 veteransOn Wednesday, May 24, 2023, the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight will launch Flight #47.

Century and Heritage Farm Program Applications due June 1

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
May 9, 2023 1:08 pm

Farm families will be recognized during a ceremony at the Iowa State FairIowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig reminds eligible farm owners to apply for the 2023 Century and Heritage Farm Program through June 1.

Rural School Districts Partner to Expand Work-Based Learning

KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
May 9, 2023 1:08 pm

Results from a new program show a significant impact on rural students and communities Kirkwood Community College’s Workplace Learning Connection (WLC) has entered into a partnership with Benton, Vinton Shellsburg, and Williamsburg Community School Districts to expand rural work-based learning opportunities in the region.

BDG Secures Priority for Benton Broadband Funding

BENTON DEVELOPMENT GROUP
May 8, 2023 7:30 pm

Benton Development Group (BDG) has secured priority for funding fiber broadband projects that could serve more than 1,000 Benton County homes, farms, and businesses.

Area children attend the 2023 Bike Rodeo

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 8, 2023 12:36 pm

The annual Bike Rodeo brought teeny tiny tots and children a few years older. The event was coordinated by the Vinton Parks and Rec Department and the Vinton Kiwanis Club.

A Warrant, stolen vehicle, high speed chase, grass fire and finally, Jail

BELLE PLAIN POLICE DEPARTMENT
May 5, 2023 10:50 pm

On Friday, May 5, 2023, Harry Lyle Meader III, 49, of Cedar Rapids, was arrested following a high-speed pursuit that reached speeds of over 100 mph. Meader was wanted through Linn County on felony charges and was spotted driving a stolen Chevy Trailblazer.

Application & administrative rules for Students First Education Savings Accounts

IOWA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
May 4, 2023 10:22 pm

Governor Reynolds has announced that applications for Students First Educations Savings Accounts (ESAs) will be accepted starting May 31, 2023. The Students First Act was signed into law earlier this year and will provide state funding for eligible students who attend accredited nonpublic schools starting in the 2023-2024 school year.