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New Brand Identity, Reflecting Growth and Community Focus
The Dysart Development Corporation (DDC) is proud to announce its rebranding as the Dysart Chamber of Commerce, unveiling a new name and updated mission statement to better reflect its expanded role a...
Semi Accident injures Belle Plaine Man
A 50 year old Belle Plaine man was injured on Tuesday morning in a single vehicle accident in Missouri. He was driving a 2015 Kenworth W900 heading north on Interstate 35 at the time. He was about fiv...
Benton County Proclaims April as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month”
RESOLUTION #25-20PROCLAMATIONWHEREAS, sexual assault affects women, children and men of all racial, cultural and economic backgrounds; andWHEREAS, in addition to the immediate physical and emotional c... Bacon Buddies Recognized for Community Leadership
The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) was honored with a Leadership in Community Award from Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig at the 13th Annual Iowa Ag Leaders Dinner. This recognition cel... Secretary Naig Invites Students to Enter the 2025 Choose Iowa Calendar Contest
Contest winners will be honored at the 2025 Iowa State Fair and will have their artwork published in a popular coloring calendarIowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is inviting school-aged Iow...
Second Suspect Charged in Eastern Iowa Check Forgery Scheme
A second person has been charged in connection with an alleged check forgery operation that spanned multiple communities across eastern Iowa.According to a criminal complaint, 35-year-old Deavin Baker... Going Once, Going Twice, Vinton-Shellsburg Volunteer Auction!
By: Co-Reporter, Izzie BirkerThursday, March 27th was the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapters annual Volunteer Auction. 35 high school FFA members and 2 advisors signed up to be auctioned off by Sam Fi... Webinar on our Safe at Home Address Confidentiality Program - April 30
This Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we are closing out the month by hosting a webinar to highlight our Safe at Home program that serves survivors of sexual assault and other crimes. Join us on W...
Urban forestry awards recognize local dedication to trees and outreach
Three towns in Benton County were recognized at the Urban Forestry Awards luncheon which recognizes cities, college campuses and utilities that demonstrate a variety of dedication to the importance of...
Join the American Legion Avenue of Flags
Attention Vinton area residents! American Legion Post 57 is launching the "Avenue of Flags."Please consider taking part in Avenue of Flags as a way to display your pride in our nation, our community, ...