Corporal Jonathan Healzer USMC receives Quilt of Valor

VINTON TODAY
February 23, 2022 12:49 pm

Corporal Jonathan Healzer, U.S. Marine veteran was presented with a Quilt of Valor for his service in Iraq and Afghanistan. The VFW Post #8884 hosted the Healzer family along with one of the largest groups of friends and family for a presentation so far.

Viet faces Five Charges following October Accident on Highway 30

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 22, 2022 1:49 pm

Julie Ann Viet, 43 of Solon, is facing several charges following a traffic accident on October 23, 2021. Viet has been charged with Serious Injury by Vehicle, Operating while under the Influence, and three counts of child endangerment causing bodily injury.

Vinton-Shellsburg FFA holds Pre-Review Night

VINTON TODAY
February 21, 2022 10:06 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Grace Schminke On Friday, February 11th, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter held their Pre-Review Night in preparation for Sub-Districts on Wednesday, February 23rd.

Legislative Symposium

FFA
February 18, 2022 3:08 pm

By: Isabel Mullinex, Co-ReporterOn Tuesday, February 1st, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA chapter officer team attended the annual FFA Legislative Symposium at the capitol building in Des Moines.

Vinton-Shellsburg Hosts Annual Spaghetti Dinner

FFA
February 17, 2022 9:02 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Grace SchminkeOn Friday, February 4th, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter held their annual Spaghetti Dinner. The dinner had been planned to be during the Vinton-Shellsburg vs.

Vinton Public Library to Undergo Repairs and Upgrades

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
February 17, 2022 9:02 pm

Older buildings often have many repair and upgrade needs! Various construction projects will be starting very soon and we want to give you a heads up. Sometimes construction work will require a certain area or entrance to be blocked off, and sometimes it may require us to close for part or all of the day.

Vinton Public Library rolls out a New Website

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
February 17, 2022 12:32 am

The Vinton Public Library is excited to share some awesome news with the community! Renee Greenlee, Vinton's new librarian said, “We are so excited to go live with our new website www.

Corn can fuel your car or fill your mug

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 16, 2022 3:28 pm

Lance Lillibridge of Vinton, is the current State President of the Iowa Corn Growers Association. Lance and his wife Heidi farm north of Vinton and both are passionate about farming and are always willing to share their love of farming with others.

Vinton Lions Club Recognizes area members for decades of service to Vinton

VINTON LIONS CLUB
February 14, 2022 2:39 pm

The Vinton Lions Club took a moment to honor two of its long-time Lions Club members at their weekly noon meeting. Larry Druschel was recognized for his 50 years of service along with Dick Kerdus who celebrated 45 years.

Former CPU Teacher Adam Hildebrandt Charged with Sexual Exploitation

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 13, 2022 7:46 pm

A former Center Point-Urbana Middle School Homeroom, Science and Language Arts teacher was arrested and charged with Sexual Exploitation by a School Employee.