Vinton Community Foundation Accepting Grant Applications

VINTON TODAY
March 16, 2023 4:27 pm

 One hundred percent of your tax-deductible contributions are used for the betterment of the Vinton community.                The Vinton Community Foundation board members are pleased to announce they are now accepting grant applications from non-profit Vinton area groups, for the 2023-grant program.

Tilford Elementary students use Kindness Week to recognize the Community

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 15, 2023 12:49 pm

The Tilford Art Teacher. Heather Crabb was asked by Mrs. Annis, the Tilford teaching coach, to help the students make art projects for Kindness Week. The idea was to show appreciation in the community as well as bring a smile.

Shellsburg Housing Needs Survey

SHELLSBURG TODAY
March 14, 2023 12:00 pm

The City of Shellsburg is participating in an assessment concerning our housing needs. ISU Extension is facilitating this process and has developed a survey for our community.

Kerkman receives Quilt of Valor

VINTON TODAY
March 13, 2023 1:29 pm

Yesterday, Ronnie Kerkman was presented with a Quilt Of Valor for his service during the Vietnam War. A roomful of people greeted Ronnie in the Community Building at the Garrison Library to thank and honor him for his service.

Vinton Police Department adds new Officer

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 12, 2023 11:30 pm

The City Council meeting on Thursday night opened with Mayor Bud Maynard giving the oath of office to the new Vinton Police Officer Tyler Annis.  Annis used to work at the Linn county jail and is already a certified law enforcement officer.

WOW! 13 Years!

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 12, 2023 11:06 pm

Well, the silly republicans in Des Moines have finally started to realize that for the most part, newspapers are sooo last century. I remember a conversation with a gal who had been in the newspaper business longer than I've been around.

Evelyn Mather to celebrate her 100th Birthday

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 12, 2023 1:25 pm

The family of Evelyn Mather would like your help to celebrate her birthday. Evelyn will be turning 100 this year. If you can send her a birthday card, it would mean so much to her!To help her celebrate her special day, send a card to Evelyn Mather, 3203 59th St.

Parmater named to fill 3rd Ward Council Seat

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 10, 2023 10:50 am

A very important point of business came before the council at the top of the meeting Thursday night, the appointment of a 3rd Ward Council Member to replace Valerie Bearbower who resigned last month.

Water, water...somewhere

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 10, 2023 10:12 am

For the first time I chuckeled when I read through the information for Thursday night's council meeting. There was a page that said, "Water Loss Report.

Iowa 4-H Youth Earn Top Honors at Western National Roundup

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
March 8, 2023 6:27 pm

Three teams of Iowa 4-H members received honors from the Western National Roundup held Jan. 4-7 in Denver, Colorado. These members, ages 14 through 19, earned the opportunity to compete nationally through state competitions and events held throughout the year.