B.L. Anderson Park Construction Starts and Finishes Early

VINTON TODAY
June 1, 2022 12:59 am

Work at the B.L. Anderson Park started earlier than the expected May 23 start day. Starting work a full week before expected, the crews were able to get the old concrete removed and the ground ready for the new courts.

Benton County Fair Queen Candidate: Caitlin Atwood

BENTON COUNTY FAIR
May 31, 2022 5:12 pm

Hi, I’m Caitlin Atwood. I’m the daughter of Scott and Cheryl Atwood and we live in Van Horne. I recently graduated from Benton Community High School in May and I am going to be attending Coe College in the fall to double major in music education and clarinet performance.

Benton County Fair Queen Candidate: Annabelle Newton

BENTON COUNTY FAIR
May 31, 2022 5:11 pm

My name is Annabelle Newton, daughter of Chad and Kim Newton. I have one sister, Sophia, that is 13. My family and I live outside of Vinton on a small family farm.

Vinton-Shellsburg Class of 2022 Graduation

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 31, 2022 1:27 am

The Class of 2022 held their graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 29, 2022, at the Garrison Fieldhouse (Vinton-Shellsburg High School Gym).Jozee White began the graduation ceremony with a welcome.

Construction on Hwy. 150 Urbana Roundabout to begin Tuesday, May 31

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
May 30, 2022 5:21 pm

The construction of a roundabout on Iowa 150 near the 31st  Avenue and 55th  Street intersection is expected to begin May 31, weather permitting, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s New Hampton construction office.

Area Cemeteries stand ready for Visitors

VINTON TODAY
May 30, 2022 6:48 am

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who have gone before us. We remember our military men and women many we’ve lost in the line of duty, or because if their service.

MONEY MATTERS: WELLS FARGO IMPACTS EASTERN IOWA STUDENTS WITH JA PROGRAMS

VINTON TODAY
May 26, 2022 12:46 pm

Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa is pleased to announce Wells Fargo has renewed their contribution to support financial literacy educational programs for 787 Eastern Iowa students.

Vinton Community Foundation Distributes $27,367.00 to Local Organizations

VINTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
May 26, 2022 12:45 pm

The Vinton Community Foundation is announcing the distribution of $27,367.60 in grants to the following organizations serving the City of Vinton. Local Option Sales Tax Fund & Vinton Community Foundation - $22,335.

4th St. Diner in search of Rhubarb

4TH ST. DINER
May 26, 2022 12:45 pm

The 4th Street Diner is looking for local donations of fresh rhubarb for the meal program.  For more information please call 319-472-4761 ext 2008.

Vinton-Shellsburg Retirees Celebrated and other Leaders Honored

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 25, 2022 11:46 pm

Vinton-Shellsburg Retirees  and Award Winners  were honored at a public open-house reception on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at the Central Office.Mindy McClintock began the presentations by recognizing the  2021 VSEA Award Winners.