Santa makes an early stop to the Vinton Kiwanis

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 21, 2022 3:10 am

Santa Claus stopped in to visit with area children at Pizza Ranch during the Tuesday Kiwanis meeting. Apparently, he was in the neighborhood when he heard children singing, "Jingle Bells," and that's Santa's favorite song, so he stopped by and had presents for all of the children.

Two LaPorte men injured in Minnesota Accident

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 21, 2022 1:59 am

Three local men were injured after their car collided with a semi in Minnesota just north of Zumbrota at 8:23 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2022.A southbound 2018 Toyota Avalon was traveling on Goodhue County Road 7 and a 2023 Kenworth semi headed northbound on U.

Vinton Snow Removal Reminder

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 20, 2022 12:35 pm

It looks like we'll have snow for Christmas this year...along with the first official snowfall with any accumulation. Here's a reminder of the city ordinances relating to snow removal.

Gualtier becomes member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 19, 2022 4:55 pm

John Gualtier a recipient of the Purple Heart in 2020, received his Life Member Certificate of the Military Order of the Purple Heart.  The Purple Heart Medal is awarded to members of the armed forces of the U.

Veteran of the Month Program to begin in 2023

BENTON COUNTY VETERANS AFFAIRS
December 19, 2022 3:28 pm

Please take a moment to show your appreciation to a favorite Veteran (or two, or three) in your life by nominating them for our new VETERAN OF THE MONTH!! I’m ecstatic to get this new Benton County VA program up and running for 2023! A monthly winner will be selected at random from the nomination forms received.

Holiday with a Cop spreads Joy to area Children

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 18, 2022 9:53 pm

The Vinton Police Department with the help of the Vinton community were able to bring Christmas cheer to 85 local children. Vinton-Shellsburg and Benton Community Schools teachers chose the children who would participate in the program this year.

Vinton-Shellsburg van involved in Cedar Rapids Accident

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 16, 2022 12:44 pm

Two were injured in a crash that involved a vehicle belonging to Vinton-Shellsburg Schools on Thursday morning.The Linn County Sheriff’s Office reported that there were no children in the van when it happened, but both drivers were taken to the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

Vinton Leaders consider ideas for the City

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 16, 2022 12:39 pm

Monday night the city council, and department heads of the library, water and sewer, streets, parks and rec, and safety all met to make suggestions for the direction Vinton should be taking.

Local Pastor Prepares for Serving as a Salvation Army Chaplain

SALVATION ARMY
December 15, 2022 11:48 pm

A heartfelt passion to serve others. Many people might lay claim to that phrase. But for Pastor Brian Reeves, it set him on a path to further his skills as a pastor and chaplain.

Benton Community FFA Members Earn Degree Advancements

BENTON COMMUNITY FFA
December 15, 2022 4:19 pm

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 National FFA Organization, and give thanks to the families of FFA members.