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Vinton Public Library adds a New App

The Vinton Public Library has added a new app to its technologyLibrista is a free app available to our patrons that lets you view a list of materials you currently have checked out, renew items, reserve items, create lists, and more! Simply download the app, select Vinton Public Library, and log in with your 4-digit library card number.
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Member of the Month (September 2022)

Member of the Month: Rachel RollingerAs a Junior, Rachel has participated in Parliamentary Procedure, Conduct of Meetings, Floriculture, Food Science, and served as Officer at Large.

Eastern Iowa Honor Flight announces flight to Washington DC

Flight #45 to include 90 veteransOn Tuesday, October 18, 2022, the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight will launch Flight #45. The mission of this non-profit organization is to provide veterans with a “once in a lifetime” opportunity to visit monuments and memorials built in honor of their service and sacrifice.
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VS FFA Attends Agronomy 411

By: Co-Reporter, Grace SchminkeOn Wednesday, September 14th the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter attended the FS Agronomy 411 event at the FS building in Vinton.
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Tacoa Talley request for Change of Venue Denied

The attorney representing Tacoa Talley in the First Degree Murder charge of the Jodie Bevans, requested a change of venue on Monday. In the case of the State of Iowa vs.
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Vinton Kiwanis Present Check to Backpack Program

The Kiwanis Club of Vinton presented a $1000 check to the Vinton Shellsburg School District Backpack Program.The Backpack Program provides nutritious weekend meals to students in need in the school district.
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V-S FFA Educates area Children about Agriculture Safety

By: Co-Reporter, Alana FlemingOn Saturday, September 24, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter worked with the Benton Community and Belle Plaine FFA Chapters to educate kids throughout Benton County on several different safety aspects.
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Rita Moore completes her 100th quilt for Quilts of Valor

Rita Moore has found what some might call a ministry. Using her ability to sew has turned into a way to help others on their way to healing. It might just be a small way to help on that journey for so many, but it might also be the key.
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Bevans Trial rescheduled to a later date

A trial in the case of a Benton County woman's death has been postponed. Samantha Bevans' defense has requested a delay for the beginning of the trial.

Third-Parties Charging for Military Records

Benton County, Iowa - The Iowa County Recorders Association wants to make all veterans aware that recording or requesting military records is always free of charge for a veteran.