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Kersten Light Display still creating memories
Heidi Kersten has done it again. Continuing the Christmas tradition that many of us grew up with since 1964, the lights at the Kersten home are again on display. Fewer than in other years, but the dis... Faces of Benton County Nominee: Renee Graham
MEET RENEE GRAHAM, a young advocate working to address food insecurity and hunger in Benton County!Renee is the second nominee for Faces of Benton County. She is a 16-year-old sophomore at Vinton-She... DOG SHOT WHILE ATTACKING OWNER ANOTHER DOG
On Sunday, December 8, 2019, at approximately 6:37 p.m., the Vinton Police Department responded to the 700 block of A Avenue in Vinton regarding a dog attack. Officers learned that a pit bull kept by ...
Angel Tree in need assistance for area children
Angel Tree has been a staple in Vinton for several years. Lanette Parker heads up the efforts of organizing and helping to obtain gifts for children in the area.Every year it's a challenge to find spa...
2 hour late start for Vinton Shellsburg
There will be a two hour late start for students if the VINTON-Shellsburg School District....
BENTON COUNTY FAMILY NURTURING COUNCIL SEEKS NOMINATIONS
Do you know an everyday hero in our community who is working to create positive environments? We want to hear about it!The Benton County Family Nurturing Council is looking to recognize everyday heroe...
Feel free to send in Christmas activities to share with the community
Christmas is almost here, can you believe it? Don't forget to send in any events that might be happening in your organization or church and we'll happily share them for you! If anyone in any...
Birker signs with Hawkeye Community College RedTails
Amelia Faith Birker signed her letter of intent to run cross country and track for the RedTails of Hawkeye Community College on Wednesday. Her coach, Tyler Mulder serves as the head coach for Hawkeyeâ... Holiday with a Cop, receives overwhelming response
The Vinton Police Department issued the following statement:"Due to the overwhelming support of the community, we will no longer be accepting donations for "Holiday with a Cop". If you still would lik...
Lions Club presents check to V/S Booster Club
The Lions Club recently presented the V/S Booster Club with a check for $2000 dollars, money generated from the Lions food trailer sales at this fall's football games. For the past eight years the Lio...