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.

V-S FFA Chapter Holds Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

FFA
February 22, 2023 3:03 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Alana FlemingOn February 10th, 2023 the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter held their annual spaghetti dinner. They had a meal including spaghetti with meat sauce, garlic bread, lettuce salad, cookies, and lemonade.

Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Brings home the Gold

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 22, 2023 2:29 am

Competing in the Sub-District LDE Contests, the Vinton-Shellsburg Future Famers of America student participants brought home the following awards:Cond

Estate Planning and Tips for Preparing for the Unexpected

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 17, 2023 12:49 pm

Alec Modrick spoke to a local group of residents during the Kiwanis meeting this week about planning for the future and how to assist your family by preparing.

Stars Over 70 Open for Nominations

VINTON TODAY
February 16, 2023 11:18 pm

  Now is your opportunity to honor your mentors and role models! The Wallace and Beverly Winkie Foundation is accepting nominations for Stars Over 70.

Iowa Workers Get Free Tax Preparation Assistance

STATE OF IOWA
February 16, 2023 6:02 pm

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announces free tax preparation assistance for Iowans with low-to-moderate income, Iowans who are elderly, and Iowans with disabilities.

Benton SWCD Holding Conservation Poster Contest for Students

BENTON SWCD
February 16, 2023 2:13 pm

 The Benton Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is hosting a local poster contest for students in grades K-12.  Posters must reflect the contest theme, One Water.

Following Marengo Fire, 3 area Departments to have gear replaced by the State

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 16, 2023 1:08 pm

Iowa Homeland Security will be paying over $600,000 to replace firefighting equipment and gear that was damaged in the Marengo explosion which happened on December 8, 2022.