Birker Appointed to Local Food and Farm Program Advisory Council

IOWA SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE
March 1, 2023 8:43 am

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced the individuals who have been appointed to serve on the Local Food and Farm Program Advisory Council.

Mini Golf at the Library?

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 28, 2023 5:44 pm

It's not often that you see golf balls and golf clubs inside the library unless you see kids having fun at the library!The staff at the Vinton Public Library set up a mini golf course for children to enjoy on Saturday.

$1M in Disaster Relief Grants Awarded to Two Benton County Communities

BENTON DEVELOPMENT GROUP
February 28, 2023 11:50 am

 Benton Development Group announced that more than $1M in disaster relief grants had been awarded for communities in Benton County. Atkins will receive $620,000, and Belle Plaine has been awarded $475,000.

Nominate Conservation Leaders for the 2023 Iowa Farm Environmental Awards

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
February 27, 2023 12:46 pm

Individuals and families will be recognized at the 2023 Iowa State Fair Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg, Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig and Department of Natural Resources Director Kayla Lyon invite Iowans to nominate individuals or families in their communities for the 2023 Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award.

Iowa Lottery CEO, former Benton County resident, battling Colon Cancer

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 26, 2023 5:12 pm

Matt Strawn, 49, the CEO of the Iowa Lottery, announced he was diagnosed with colorectal aka colon cancer following a screening in January. Strawn has served as the CEO since 2019 A Benton County native, formerly from Van Horne, said, "Following a recommended screening in late January, I received a colorectal cancer diagnosis.

Vinton Man charged with Kidnapping, Domestic Abuse and other charges

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 24, 2023 11:42 am

Matthew David Milligan, 43 of Vinton was arrested in Independence on Wednesday, February 22.  Milligan is facing multiple charges including kidnapping and assault stemming from a domestic situation at an Independence hotel.

3rd Ward Council Applicants, Deadline 4:00 pm on Friday, February 24

CITY OF VINTON
February 23, 2023 9:45 am

Notice is Hereby Given:That the Council of the City of Vinton, Iowa intends to fill a vacancy of the 3rd Ward Council position by appointment at the March 9, 2023 council meeting at 7:00pm held in Council Chambers, Vinton City Hall.

Legislation in Des Moines would eliminate breed discrimination in Iowa

VINTON TODAY
February 23, 2023 8:58 am

Iowans Against Breed Bans have a bill ready to present to lawmakers in Des Moines. This legislation does the following: 1. Removes language in Iowa code that requires law enforcement to shoot dogs not wearing a rabies tag.

Athena's Pink Stiletto Soiree Fundraiser for area Hospitals, March 29

VINTON TODAY
February 23, 2023 7:14 am

Hi! It's back! Athena's Pink Stiletto Soiree! The Soiree will be happening again this year on Wednesday, March 29th, 6:30 - 8:30, at the Belle Plaine Museum.

Shellsburg Housing Needs Survey

VINTON TODAY
February 22, 2023 5:34 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.