Vinton Unlimited "Holiday Lights" Punch Card Program keeps shoppers local

VINTON UNLIMITED
November 22, 2022 12:46 pm

Vinton Unlimited is offering a 'Holiday Lights' punch card to be used during the holiday shopping season! For every $10 spent, receive one punch. Completed cards will be entered to win weekly prizes of Vinton Value Dollars and one grand prize.

Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Expands Their Leadership Skills at IAT

FFA
November 21, 2022 6:38 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Alana FlemingOn November 12th, 2022, individuals from Vinton-Shellsburg FFA attended the IAT Leadership Conference. They were separated by grade level into three different groups.

Angel Tree 2022 now accepting applications

VINTON TODAY
November 21, 2022 6:16 pm

Angel Tree 2022 has begun accepting applications for Christmas assistance and will continue accepting names through December 9. There are two ways to apply:IN PERSON AT:First Christian Church1209 W.

It's Christmas Time in the City

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 21, 2022 11:13 am

Sunday found the downtown stores bustling with customers. At The Niche/Brickside Brew-N-Chew/3D Kitchens there was live music to entertain shoppers while they shopped for treasures or enjoyed a relaxing beverage and snack at Brickside Brew-B-Chew.

Vinton is dressed and ready for Christmas!

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 18, 2022 12:16 pm

This past weekend downtown Vinton was decorated with garland, wreaths, and flower pots sporting Christmas decorations. The hard work of Vinton Shellsb

Santa has arrived, it's time to celebrate!

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 18, 2022 7:51 am

It's officially time to celebrate the Christmas season!  The 15th Annual Christmas parade arrived with temperatures appropriate for the season.Organized by our area veteran organizations, Santa arrived in town last night courtesy of the Vinton Fire Department to kick off the Vinton celebrations of the season.

Warren Coleman Award Given to Local Lions Members

VINTON LIONS CLUB
November 17, 2022 12:48 pm

The regular Wednesday meeting of the Vinton Lions Club was held at the LaReyna. There were 37 members and two guest present. Deb Kacena and daughter Alyce Lynch shared information on Kacena Farms and the progression of success.

VFW Post #8884 makes donation to Benton County Veterans

VINTON TODAY
November 17, 2022 9:03 am

The local VFW Post #8884 presented a $2,000 donation to Veterans Affairs  in Benton County. The organization presented the check to the director, Cara Martin to be placed directly into the Donations fund.

It starts with a gift, but it is so much more!

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 15, 2022 10:29 pm

Virginia Gay Hospital Home Health Agency is pleased to resume the annual “Angel Tree” for their clients this year. We are excited to help our clients have a joyful Christmas! Many of our clients, who all live in Benton County are low income, lack the support of close family/friends, and have unfulfilled needs.

Quilts of Valor makes presentation to Veteran Joseph Wax

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 15, 2022 10:09 pm

Joseph Wax, Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class (E6) was presented with a Quilt of Valor on Saturday, November 12 at the VFW. Wax joined the Navy in 2004 and was on active duty for 13 years and has now been in the reserves for five.