Hanson's Hollow hit by fire on Saturday

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
January 12, 2022 3:37 am

Pumpkins, gourds, squash, and all your fall decorating needs are possible because of farmers like those at Hanson's Hollow of LaPorte City and other farmers in the area.

FUN AND LOVE AT THE LIBRARY FROM CENTER POINT FRIENDS

CENTER POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
January 11, 2022 4:10 pm

The Center Point community continues to show the love, donating to the Friends of the Library giving trees. Kind contributions to the Socktober tree and the November and December winter warmers tree at the Center Point Library piled up more than 400 items of socks, hats, gloves, booties, scarves, and masks for all ages.

Vinton Librarian recognized by the American Library Association

VINTON TODAY
January 10, 2022 12:54 pm

Renee Greenley, Vinton's Public Librarian, was recognized for her work as the Children and Family Services Librarian while working at the Marion Public Library.

Phippen Becomes New Director for RAGBRAI

VINTON TODAY
January 10, 2022 12:11 pm

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 Across Iowa, hires Matt Phippen, Iowa native and longtime friend of RAGBRAI, as the director of operations.

Improve Yourself and Your Community in 2022

VINTON TODAY
January 7, 2022 11:35 am

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.

Iowa DNR in search of Gray Fox

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
January 6, 2022 10:56 am

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).

Vinton-Shellsburg Hosts a Holiday Lock-In

FFA
January 6, 2022 10:56 am

 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.

Norway baby first baby of 2022 for UnityPoint St. Lukes in Cedar Rapids

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
January 4, 2022 10:01 pm

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.

7 year old Vinton boy accepts 50 Yard Challenge

VINTON TODAY
January 4, 2022 7:45 pm

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.

One Stop Garbage/Recycling Collection

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
January 3, 2022 12:50 pm

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 out to be picked up.