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Benton Community FFA Members Earn Degree Advancements
Breck Coffland, ReporterOn November 20, the Benton Community FFA Chapter held their annual Degree Ceremonies and Family Night. This night is to recognize members earning their degrees through the Nati... Shellsburg Man Claims Big Prize In ‘The Perfect Gift’ Game
A Benton County man said he verified his win several times before he finally believed that he had won a $10,000 lottery prize. “I scanned it three more times, then I went back into the gas... VS National Honor Society holds food drive
The Vinton-Shellsburg National Honor Society is holding a food drive from December 14th through the 21st. Food is a human right There will be boxes in Lagrange's, Ehlinger's and the Vinton Public Libr...
HOLIDAY DONATIONS DOWN NEARLY 30%
Santa Claus made a stop at the local Fareway this week to help raise money for the Salvation Army. He encourages those who can to make a donation to help those in need. Holiday donations to area Salv... Santa visits with children during Breakfast
The annual Breakfast with Santa was held on Saturday with area families. The highlight wasn't the pancakes necessarily, although they were tasty, but the big event was the arrival of Santa. Each year... Week 3 Punch Card Winner
Vinton Unlimited announced the third winner of the Holiday Lights Punch Card drawings. This week’s winner is Brandi Meyer. Brandi receives $50 in Vinton Value Dollars! Every week until Christmas, wh...
Benton County Food Pantry Schedules
The Vinton Pantry is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The pantry is located on the west side of 811 D Ave. Vinton.On the third Saturday of each month from 10 to 11 a.m. bring your bags to the p...
Koop's and Arnold Motor Supply Toy Drives Continue
Koop's Sales and Service and Arnold Motor Supply continue to collect Christmas gifts to make Christmas better for boys and girls, here in Benton County.Take some time to grab a gift & drop it off to ... Vinton Food Pantry's Linda Wood Retires
The Vinton Food Pantry will mark a significant milestone, effective Monday, December 12.One of our long-time leaders, Linda Wood, is retiring from her pantry work after 14 years. Our pantry has grown ...
Deck the House Voting is now open through December 18
Bundle up, grab your loved ones, and check out Vinton's finest light displays! While you're at it, might as well vote for your favorite! Ballots are available at www.vprdzone.com and at the Vinton Rec...