Monday, June 1, 2026
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Written by Melody Snow On Behalf of the BCHS This isn’t going to be one of my usual articles that I write on behalf of the Benton County Historical Society (BCHS).
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9th Annual Tree Walk a Success

The 9th Annual Tree Walk is now in the books. Thanks to the Sole Corporate Sponsor, Farmers Savings Bank and the generous folks in the community, Virginia Gay Hospital was able to raise $11,295.
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Annual Koop's Toy Drive Underway

The annual Koop's Sales and Service Christmas Toy Drive is under way. Jeremy Koopman and his staff at the auto dealership have begun collecting donated toys for distribution through Horizons.
Article Thumbnail. Jesse Munoz-Crane; the infant is fighting SCID.

Pastor's family thankful for 'amazing' community support

It will be a year or so before Jesse Santiago Munoz-Crane's doctors determine just how effective the bone marrow transplant from his brother will be in helping him overcome his Severe Combined Immune Disorder (SCID).
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Kersten Light Display begins Thanksgiving Night

I know some will ask, it happens every year, and the answer is, "Yes!" Yes, the Kersten light display will go on as usual this year. Yes, it starts tonight, Thanksgiving night and will run through December 27th.
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Twice Loved Toy Store Meets need in Community

Located at 314 North K Ave. (the old Bright's Piano Building), in Vinton, is a new store called, "Bright's Toys and More" The store is offering a selection of new toys and household items for sale.

Vinton Public Library To host Annual Gingerbread Contest

The Vinton Public Library will be hosting our 3rd annual Gingerbread Contest. This year we decided not to limit the fun by only having gingerbread houses, you may now enter any type of edible creation that you can think of.
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Vinton Lions Club Held Chili Supper Fundraiser

The Vinton Lions Club held a fundraiser chili supper at the fire station to benefit the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight. As usual, Vinton turned out to support the effort.