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Another Christmas Parade is in the books!
Last night, the spirit of the season swept through Vinton as residents gathered for the highly anticipated holiday parade, welcoming Santa Claus to town. The festive event was a community-wide effort, featuring local businesses, organizations, and even the Vinton Police and Fire Departments.The parade began with a stirring display of patriotism, as area veterans proudly carried the flags, leading the procession under clear skies and a brisk 36°F temperature. Diamond Vogel and Keep Iowa Beautiful Open Applications for 2025
Diamond Vogel and Keep Iowa Beautiful have announced that applications for 2025 Paint Iowa Beautiful grants opened on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024. The longstanding partnership provides free paint to a wide variety of public service and community betterment projects throughout Iowa. Keeping up the appearance of our buildings, facilities and parks is an important component of viable communities.
Support the Vinton Police Department’s “Holiday with a Cop” Event!
The holiday season is a time for giving, and this year, the Vinton Police Department is once again hosting its annual Holiday with a Cop event on December 15th! This special day brings joy and smiles to school-age children selected by Vinton-Shellsburg Community Schools, giving them a chance to shop with our dedicated officers and create lasting holiday memories.
KEEP IOWA BEAUTIFUL 15TH ANNUAL PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
Keep Iowa Beautiful's 15th Annual Photography Contest is in full swing! This annual contest aims at raising awareness of Iowa's natural and environmental beauty.The two-phase contest ends on Friday, December 13, 2024. Each of the six categories will be awarded $100 for first place, $75 for second place and $50 for third place. "This is a great way for Iowans to share what they like about Iowa," said Andy Frantz, Keep Iowa Beautiful Executive Director. Christmas Parade to kick off the season in Vinton on November 21
The annual Lighted Holiday Parade will be held in downtown Vinton on Thursday, November 21st, beginning at 6:00 p.m. This marks the 17th year for the event. The parade is organized by the local veterans and bring Santa Claus to town for the season. Organizations are invited to participate by decorating a float, adding some lights for the festivities and joining in the fun.
2024 Virginia Gay Hospital Legacy Award Recipient: Dick Kerdus
Virginia Gay Hospital proudly recognizes Richard (Dick) Kerdus with the 2024 Virginia Gay Hospital Legacy Award, celebrating his 31 years of exceptional service on the Health Care Foundation Board of Directors. Through decades of dedicated leadership, Dick’s contributions have profoundly shaped the hospital’s growth and enhanced healthcare access for the community. Buckle Up, Every Trip, Every Time
The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) is teaming up with law enforcement agencies across Iowa to promote road safety during the Thanksgiving holiday season. Drivers can expect to see increased police presence on Iowa roads through December 1, 2024. As families travel near and far to celebrate, GTSB urges everyone to remember: Buckle Up. Vinton Unlimited Welcomes the Glow Up Boutique to Vinton
Members of Vinton Unlimited gathered on Tuesday afternoon to welcome another business to the downtown, the Glow Up Boutique. Owner Jordyn Edwards cut the ribbon standing alongside her staff and surrounded by other members of the business community.This Sunday, November 24, would be the perfect time to stop by and check out the new shop during the Holiday Open House in downtown Vinton. 2024 Virginia Gay Hospital Legacy Award Recipient: Barb Parbs
Virginia Gay Hospital proudly announces Barb Parbs as its 2024 Legacy Honoree in recognition of her unwavering dedication to the community as a Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP-SMP) Counselor. Since joining Virginia Gay Hospital as a volunteer in August 2022, Barb has been instrumental in guiding individuals through the complexities of Medicare and related insurance options.