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Phippen Becomes New Director for RAGBRAI
In a statement released by RAGBRAI, the organization has announced the appointment of Matt Phippen, from Vinton, as the new Director of Operations. "RAGBRAI®, Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride ... Improve Yourself and Your Community in 2022
Have you decided on a New Year’s resolution yet? Regardless of if you have or not, you should choose a New Year’s resolution that makes a difference in your life and the lives of others. Choose to...
Iowa DNR in search of Gray Fox
We're asking for your help in reporting sightings of Iowa's secretive gray fox!Gray foxes are different than the more common red fox (check the ID guide below). Gray fox were listed as a Species of Gr... Vinton-Shellsburg Hosts a Holiday Lock-In
By: Co-Reporter, Grace Schminke On Thursday, December 23rd, Vinton-Shellsburg hosted their holiday lock-in party. The chapter started with hosting their monthly meeting in the barn at 7:00 P.M. and... Norway baby first baby of 2022 for UnityPoint St. Lukes in Cedar Rapids
During Saturday's snowstorm, UnityPoint St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids welcomed their first baby of 2022. The first baby to arrive was Elaina Laura born to Aaric and Morgan Rust of Norway. She we... 7 year old Vinton boy accepts 50 Yard Challenge
Carter Pottebaum has officially accepted the 50 yard challenge! The 7 year old Vinton boy is completing this challenge as part of a movement by a non-profit called Raising Men Lawn Care Service. Carte... One Stop Garbage/Recycling Collection
Some area residents have noticed something different about garbage and recycling collection in Vinton. It used to take two trips to collect the trash on days that both garbage and recycling are put ou... FFA State and District Officers Visits Vinton-Shellsburg High School
The Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter welcomed Iowa FFA State Officer, Avery Hanaway, and District Officer, John Moellers to a chapter visit on December 17, 2021. While at the hig... Happy New Year
I can't believe that we are about to enter into 2022 already! It seems like just a few weeks ago that we wrapped up 2020!They say that time flies when you're having fun, and apparently, we've been hav...
Vinton Parks and Rec Announces Winners in the 3rd Annual Deck the House Contest
Updated:Vinton Parks & Recreation Department and Vinton Unlimited partnered up for the 2021 Deck the House
Contest! Funded by the HOT Grant, we were able to offer increased prizes this year! We want...