It's time for the VGH Tree of Lights Annual Fundraiser

VINTON TODAY
November 12, 2025 10:50 am

Take part in local tradition. The Tree of Lights is our major annual fundraising campaign and has been for over 30 years. Funds raised from the Tree of Lights support the healthcare needs of the people who utilize the services of Virginia Gay Hospital and our clinics in Atkins, Van Horne, Vinton, and Urbana.

Psalm 19:1

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 12, 2025 10:28 am

Psalm 19:1The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.On Tuesday night many saw and took pictures of the beautiful art display in the sky courtesy of the northern lights.

Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign starts Friday, Nov 21st

SALVATION ARMY OF BENTON COUNTY
November 11, 2025 9:13 pm

It's that time of year again ! The Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign will start Friday, November 21st and go through Wednesday, December 24th 2025. Ringing will be from 9:00 am and will close at 7:00 pm at Vinton Fareway grocery store.

Thank You Veterans!

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 10, 2025 11:04 pm

“Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, Veterans don’t have that problem.”— Ronald ReaganToday's email will be limited to just thanking all of the men and women who have served our country on our behalf.

Virginia Gay Hospital Celebrates Legacy of Care, Compassion and Community

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 10, 2025 11:14 am

Virginia Gay Hospital Celebrates Legacy Honorees, Recognizing a Legacy of Care, Compassion, and CommunityThe Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics and VGH Health Care Foundation recently hosted its annual Legacy Honors Celebration, an evening dedicated to honoring individuals whose service, leadership, and compassion have shaped the heart of healthcare in Benton County.

LIHEAP (Energy Assistance) Accepting Applications Nov. 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026

HACAP
November 10, 2025 11:12 am

LIHEAP (Energy Assistance)HACAP Locations for Iowa’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) APPLICATIONS CAN BE COMPLETED ON-LINE AT www.

Betterton Family Chiropractic Gives Back

VINTON TODAY
November 7, 2025 11:49 am

Betterton Family Chiropractic partnered with the Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District to support students in the district. The business requested a list of items that were needed by area students.

Vinton PD Hiring Full-Time Building Inspector & Code Enforcement Officer

VINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
November 7, 2025 11:46 am

Vinton Police Department Hiring Full-Time Building Inspector & Code Enforcement OfficerThe City of Vinton is accepting applications for a Building Inspector and Code Enforcement Official with knowledge of construction and building trades.

Fareway's Bret Nelson Retires After 40 Years with the company

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 6, 2025 7:17 pm

For the last 40 years, Bret Nelson has served with Fareway. For 22 1/2 of those years, Bret has been the friendly face behind the meat counter in Vinton.

Truesdell Trial - Day 2

VINTON TODAY
November 6, 2025 5:00 pm

On Wednesday, the state presented its opening statement in the trial of Luke Truesdell in the deaths of Amanda Parker of Vinton, Romondus "Ro" Cooper and Keonna Ryan of Cedar Rapids, and Brent Brown of Marion.