Thursday, May 14, 2026
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Thank you from the George G. Luckey Post to area Helpers

Memorial Day is not complete without work from George G. Luckey Post 57 members and helpers. The Legion would like to thank the Vinton-Shellsburg Home Schoolers and others who help put up flags and take down flags.
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Memorial Day Services across the area bring residents

Across Iowa, Memorial Day is still observed with traditional Memorial Day services. The various Legion Posts across Benton County continue the custom of pausing to remember their fallen brothers and sisters during war times and those that they've lost following their service.
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B.L. Anderson Park Construction Starts and Finishes Early

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.
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Benton County Fair Queen Candidate: Caitlin Atwood

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.
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Vinton-Shellsburg Class of 2022 Graduation

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

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.
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Area Cemeteries stand ready for Visitors

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.