Tree of Lights: Annual Campaign

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 1, 2022 8:33 pm

The Tree of Lights is our major annual fundraising campaign and has been for over 25 years. Funds raised from the Tree of Lights supports the healthcare needs of the people who utilize the services of Virginia Gay Hospital and our clinics in Atkins, Van Horne, Vinton, and Urbana.

WOW Newsletter for November 2022

VINTON TODAY
November 1, 2022 8:32 pm

Attached you will find your edition of the November 2022 Words on Wellness newsletter.This edition features: ·    November is National Diabetes Month ·    Recipe for Autumn Soup ·    Virtual Fitness Resources ·    What is the keto diet? Check out upcoming human sciences events on the calendar -- https://www.

HOT Grant Applications now being Accepted

VINTON UNLIMITED
November 1, 2022 8:21 pm

In 2017, the voters of Vinton passed a ballot measure to establish a 7% hotel/motel tax within the City limits. The tax went into effect on July 1, 2018.

Tilford Elementary overtaken by 101 Dalmatians

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 31, 2022 7:26 pm

Even the staff at Tilford Elementary picked their costumes for the day. 101 Dalmatians showed up in place of the regular teachers and staff of the school on Monday.

Governor Reynolds to stop in Vinton, Tuesday, November 1

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 31, 2022 1:28 pm

The campaign for Governor Reynolds announced on Monday that they will be making a stop, in Vinton tomorrow, Tuesday, November 1st at 1:00 p.m.Congresswoman Ashley Hinson and possibly other GOP leaders will be there as well.

Halloween activities bring more than 400 children to downtown Vinton

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 30, 2022 7:58 pm

With perfect weather, Vinton Parks and Recreation hosted more than 400 children and their families in downtown Vinton. With several activities for the children on the courthouse lawn, children were able to have a bit of fun before taking part in the parade through downtown Vinton.

2nd Annual Glow Fun Run brings close to 175 runners

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 26, 2022 12:45 pm

The 2nd Annual 5K Glow Fun Run took off on Saturday, October 22. Funds raised through the run go toward  trail improvement and scholarships for Vinton-Shellsburg seniors.

SHINING A LIGHT ON THE SERVICE OF LOCAL VETERANS

BENTON COUNTY VETERANS AFFAIRS
October 25, 2022 11:05 pm

Each year we come together as a nation on Veterans Day to honor and celebrate the hundreds of thousands of brave Americans who have served our country in uniform.

Eastern Iowa Honor Flight rescheduled for November 2, 2022 Flight #45 to host 90

EASTERN IOWA HONOR FLIGHT
October 25, 2022 5:24 pm

On Wednesday, November 2, 2022, the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight will re-launch Flight #45. The Eastern Iowa Honor Flight Board of Directors, along with many volunteer coordinators have been working diligently to ensure the veterans scheduled to board flight #45 have a “once in a lifetime” opportunity to visit monuments and memorials built in honor of their service and sacrifice.

Tour the town and find your favorite Scarecrows

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 25, 2022 1:54 pm

Here are just a few more of the scarecrows around Vinton. It would be so fun to have a group photo of all of the entries, they are soooo creative! Kudos to the Vinton businesses for participating in such a fun activity!Print off the ballot and cast your vote by dropping it off at the Rec Center by 7:00 p.