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Vinton Shellsburg FFA Members Attend Kirkwood Ag Day

By: Co-Reporter, Abby McKennaSix members of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter recently attended Kirkwood Ag Day in Cedar Rapids to explore the many opportunities available within the agricultural sciences programs at Kirkwood Community College.
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Support local Farmers at the Benton County Fair

One of the best things that you can do at the fair is to grab some delicious food from local farmers and producers. Check out some of the offerings below!Benton County Dairy Producers       STOP BY THE BOOTH FOR A REFRESHING ICE CREAM CONE or Fritos with Chili or Ice Cream Treats or Pretzels or Pizza or a Shake! Something for everyone!Benton County Cattlemen (under the Grandstands)7:00 a.
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Benton County Fair Schedule of Events for this week! June 24-28

ARMBANDS - $30 Wed., Thurs., Fri. 6-10 pm Sat. 1-5 pm or 6-10 pm2026 Benton County Fair 4-H/FFA 4-H SCHEDULE OF EVENTS EXHIBIT BUILDING OPEN DAILY WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM YOUTH ACTIVITIES OFFERED DAILY BY LOCAL FFA CHAPTERS AND EXTENSION STAFFMONDAY, JUNE 22 2:00 – 4:30 PM COMMUNICATIONS JUDGING [Vinton Public Library] 5:00 – 5:30 PM FAMILY FAIRGROUND WALK THROUGH [Red Barn, Fairgrounds] 5:30 – 7:30 PM CLUB BOOTH SET UP [4-H Building, Fairgrounds] TUESDAY, JUNE 23 8:30 – 10:00 AM SESSION 1: 4-H STATIC EXHIBITS: CHECK IN [4-H Building] JUDGING [Open Class Building] 8:30 – 10:00 AM SESSION 1: CLOVERBUD JUDGING [Open Class Building] 10:00 – 11:30 AM SESSION 2: 4-H STATIC EXHIBITS: CHECK IN [4-H Building] JUDGING [Open Class Building] 10:00 – 11:30 AM SESSION 2: CLOVERBUD JUDGING [Open Class Building] 12:30 – 2:30 PM SESSION 3: 4-H STATIC EXHIBITS: CHECK IN [4-H Building] JUDGING [Open Class Building] STATIC EXHIBIT JUDGING SESSIONS ARE ASSIGNED BY CLUB see Pg.
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Vinton-Shellsburg Launches Interactive Alumni & Wall of Fame Experience

The Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District is proud to announce the launch of its new Interactive Alumni & Wall of Fame platform, providing students, staff, alumni, and community members with a modern way to celebrate the rich history and accomplishments of Viking Nation.
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In Memoriam to Cinnabar

By Faith Hunt, NaturalistCinnabar, the Western fox snake, came to us in 2012 after being found in Mahaska County Conservation’s Nature Center. The naturalist who found the snake in her office thought her young fox snake escaped, and went to put it away, only to learn her fox snake was still safely secured in its enclosure.
Article Thumbnail. Left to Right: Kyle Koeppen, Superintendent, Eric Upmeyer and Bob Fischer presenting checks and Le Cox, School Board Member

A Gift That Helps the Arts Take Center Stage

The spotlight shone a little brighter for Vinton-Shellsburg students this week, thanks to a generous gift from a group that has spent nearly two decades quietly supporting the arts behind the scenes.
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Vinton Firefighters Quickly Contain Residential Fire

The Vinton Volunteer Fire Department responded Tuesday evening to a house fire at 405 E. 13th Street in Vinton. Firefighters arrived on the scene after reports of a fire at the residence and quickly went to work containing the blaze.
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