Monday, May 11, 2026
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Article Thumbnail. John's Qwik Stop prepares to expand on its new property, VFD assisted with removal of a house

John's Qwik Stop prepares to expand services

While most saw a fire on Saturday morning on the northeast corner of John's Qwik Stop block, others had a vision for something else. The Vinton Fire Department was called in to take down a house that was recently purchased by JQS.
Article Thumbnail. Vinton Shellsburg Graduates Recognized with yard signs, cupcakes and congratulations from staff

Seniors given yard signs and Congratulations

The Vinton-Shellsburg Graduating Class of 2020 probably has the most memorable senior 2/3 year. For many of the students, they are now maneuvering through various forms of online communication with their teachers to finish their assignments for the school year.

V-S Senior Awards Night to air on YouTube tonight, Wednesday May 13 at 7:00 p.m.

The Vinton-Shellsburg Senior Awards Night normally held in the auditorium will be held tonight, Wednesday May 13, online. The graduating Class of 2020 will be able to see the Awards Night on the  Vinton Shellsburg Community Schools District YouTube channel tonight at 7:00 p.

Area Churches take up Governor on option to Open for Worship

Sunday morning found at least three Vinton area churches open for worship. Fortunately, this is only news in rare days like we’re living in.Governor Reynolds reconsidered the ban on church attendance as part of the original COVID regulations.