Benton County Angel Tree now ready for your help

BENTON COUNTY ANGEL TREE
November 25, 2025 2:38 pm

What the Angel Tree is, so here’s a little bit about it!The Benton County Angel Tree Program has been serving local families for over 30 years, helping an average of 300 families each year.

Concerning the Grapevine...Oath of Office and wages

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 25, 2025 2:37 pm

In the Compensation Board meeting last week, Supervisor Tracy Seeman said that he had misspoken when it came to the wages set by Conservation, Assessor and the Board of Health.

Virginia Gay Hospital Annual Tree Walk Shines with Community Support

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 25, 2025 1:43 am

Virginia Gay Hospital Foundation Thanks Donors and Community for 2025 Tree Walk SuccessThe Virginia Gay Hospital Health Care Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to the businesses, organizations, individuals, and community members who made the 2025 Annual Tree Walk a festive celebration of generosity and holiday spirit.

A Magical Tradition: Santa's Mailbox Brings Joy to Vinton Children

VINTON UNLIMITED
November 24, 2025 5:38 pm

As the holiday season approaches, Vinton Unlimited is once again helping bring magic to life  with the cherished tradition of Santa’s Mailbox.  Set up in the heart of downtown Vinton, a bright  white mailbox with a big red and white bow invites children to drop off their letters to Santa  Claus—along with all their hopes, wishes, and holiday dreams.

V-S FFA Sparks Leadership at IAT

FFA
November 24, 2025 3:12 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn November 8, 2025, Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members participated in the annual Ignite, Amplify, and Transform (IAT) Leadership Conference.

Iowan comments on rules for fetal teaching and accreditation

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 24, 2025 3:10 pm

The Iowa Board of Education is taking public feedback as it creates the rules for implementing various state education laws that were signed in 2025. One of those addresses education about fetal development.

Thank You for Supporting Eastern Iowa Honor Flight

VINTON TODAY
November 24, 2025 7:47 am

On behalf of Eastern Iowa Honor Flight, we want to express our sincerest gratitude to everyone who joined us for our annual Chili Supper at the Fire Station, November 20.

Tom Lane recognized with Bud Freeman Fellow Award by the Garrison Lions Club

GARRISON LIONS CLUB
November 23, 2025 7:11 pm

We were honored today to present the Bud Freeman Fellow Award to longtime Lion and all-around great guy, Tom Lane. There is no one who better represents the spirit of this award than Tom.

Treasurer says New Record for Properties Turned Over to Great Iowa Treasure Hunt

STATE TREASURER
November 21, 2025 9:22 pm

State Treasurer Roby Smith announced a record number of unclaimed properties have been turned over to Great Iowa Treasure Hunt, Iowa’s unclaimed property program, in conjunction with the 2025 reporting deadline of November 1.

Belle Plaine Man Accused of Indecent Exposure on Two Interstates

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 21, 2025 9:21 pm

A Belle Plaine man has been charged after authorities say he exposed himself to passing motorists on two eastern Iowa interstates on consecutive days.Danan Ary, 30, faces two counts of indecent exposure following reports from drivers who told law enforcement they saw a man standing behind his vehicle and exposing his genitals to oncoming traffic.