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Because of COVID and the precautions this year, fire prevention education took place outside the classroom at Tilford Elementary this year. The children were taught the usual fire precautions in education, but it looked a little differently.The firemen of the local Vinton Fire Department dressed up in their gear so that the children could see what they look like should they encounter them during a fire.

By: Co-Reporter, Annabelle Newton On September 17, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter held their annual Local Greenhand Fire-Up Night at the Vinton-Shellsburg High School. This is open to any Greenhand, which is a first year member in the FFA chapter. Greenhand night welcomes new members to the chapter, while also showing them the ropes of FFA. Seven Greenhands began the night by doing a get to know each other ice breaker.

Tonight we share a post we never thought we’d have to.When we started Better Together, it was important for us to remain in the community we’ve grown up in and love. We love our sense of togetherness and the way our neighbors watch out for us the same way we watch out for them.We’re simply saddened to report that our neighbors and friends have notified us multiple times in the last two weeks that some of the donations left at our door are being stolen.

Residents are hoping that the disappearance of statues that used to be located at their homes are simply a homecoming prank and that the belongings will be returned. A post in an area Lost and Found group mentions a cement angel that weighs about 50 lbs. and is about 2 feet tall, went missing. The angel was a birthday gift and the family would appreciate its return.

After months of canceling every activity that we're all used to participating in, the Vinton-Shellsburg Homecoming Parade was a welcome return to a bit of normalcy. Kicking off promptly at 6:00 p.m. the parade wove through downtown and returned to the high school. To see photos, click here. Tomorrow night's Vinton-Shellsburg Homecoming game against Center Point-Urbana will begin at 7:00 PM at the Karr Athletic Complex followed by the Homecoming Dance (for current VSHS students only) from 9:30 to 11:30 pm in the back faculty parking lot at VSHS.

By: Co-Reporter, Josh WileyEric Henkle and Grant Ries will receive their American Degrees at the Virtual National FFA Convention, October 27-29th. The American Degree is the highest level of achievement anyone can receive as an FFA member. To be eligible to receive this prestigious award, the person must have received a State FFA Degree, hold an active membership for the past three years, complete secondary education through another agricultural education program, as well as operating an outstanding Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE).

Thursday, Oct. 1st: Homecoming Parade starts at 6:00 PM at 4th Street & B Ave.The following events are all held at the Karr Athletic Complex -Pep Rally is at 6:45 PM Homecoming Coronation Ceremony at 7:00 PM Powder Puff football at 7:30 PM.Friday, Oct 2nd: Homecoming Football Game against Center Point-Urbana at 7:00 PM at Karr AthleticComplex; Homecoming Dance (for current VSHS students only) from 9:30 to 11:30 pm in the back faculty parking lot at VSHS.

The 2020 Vinton-Shellsburg Homecoming Court has been [sel]ed. The Queen candidates from left to right are: Madi Atkinson Chloe Tharp Aza Swayzer Emma WileyClarissa CarolanKing candidates from left to right are: Kyle MedvedjevsAyden Bearbower Ethan Rollinger Bryce Radeke David Lapan-Islas

Farmers put in countless hours planting and caring for crops, however they may not realize that what they plant could reap benefits for the community after harvest time. While most people think of making charitable contributions in the form of cash, farmers may consider benefitting their community with a gift of grain. Donating a gift of grain to the Benton County Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa, is a simple way to make a difference in your local community.

Click to view photos of the 2020 Homecoming Week activities for the Vinton-Shellsburg High School. The remaining activities for this week are listed below.The students at VSHS are very excited for their theme days and to show their team spirit this whole week and come together to have a great time. The remaining activities schedule for the exciting week will be as follows:Wednesday, September 30th: Announcement of the Top 5 Candidates for the Homecoming CourtThursday, Oct.