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SACG (Shellsburg Area Community Group) is accepting donations
Shellsburg, one of the towns affected by the Derecho is in need of donations to help in the community. Anyone who desires to assist with the storm relief efforts can make checks out to:SACG (Shel...
Vinton Community Foundation awards Happy Time Child Development Center Grant
The Vinton Community Foundation presented Happy Time Child Development Center with a grant to help purchase a new AED Defibrillator for the childcare center. On behalf of the Vinton Community Fo... Salvation Army offers Clothing Vouchers
It's been really busy and everyone's plans have been altered due to the derecho storm! Perhaps your behind on shopping for school clothes or have fewer finances than you thought? &... SALVATION ARMY PARTNERS WITH BENTON COUNTY DISASTER RECOVERY COALITION
The Salvation Army service extension unit in Vinton, IA is helping Benton County residents. Food was provided daily from August 12th until August 19th when most of the residentsâ€... VFW ASKING FOR HELP
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of The United States Post 8884 in Vinton, Iowa has acquired a building for a Post Home. We are excited to get it renovated to a beautiful home the ...
Thank you Again
Every time a disaster comes to Vinton, and it seems like it's too frequent, there is never a doubt in my mind that the people of Vinton will be there to help each other. From the first day that the st... Avoid Another Disaster: Beware of Fraud
Scams seem to follow disasters. Don’t let your guard down and suffer another disaster such as identity theft or paying fees for services that are never provided.Remember, FEMA never charges for serv...
Caution urged as Iowans cleanup damaged trees
State forestry experts are encouraging Iowans to proceed with caution as they begin cleaning up the extensive tree damage from Monday’s historic storm.“Hopefully the power will be back on but chec... August 10, 2020 Derecho Windstorm Info from Benton County EMA
This past week has been particularly trying for Benton County citizens, government and emergency responders. The devastating Derecho Windstorm left 90% of Benton County without power and at least...
Reynolds formally requests expedited Presidential Major Disaster Declaration
Gov. Kim Reynolds formally requested an expedited Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for Iowa communities and counties that have been severely impacted by the devastating derecho storm that occur...