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We are working to spread the word about these new affordable duplex units in town. I just walked through one with Jeff Ralston this morning and I was very impressed!As part of the federal government's response to the 2020 derecho, The City of Atkins was awarded a CDBG-DR grant to build affordable housing units.In partnership with Ralston Eco Homes and Todd Richardson Construction, 3 duplexes (consisting of two units each) are being constructed on Driftwood Lane.

Please note the following menu changes for July.The V-S Summer Meal Program and the Benton County Cattleman's Association will be providing Grilled Hamburgers on July 22nd. Free for all Kids, $3.00 for 19 years and older.Garrison Public Library 11:30-12:15 (Please notify on Thursday 7/18 if interested in a meal)Shellsburg Elementary 11:30-12:1

By: Co-Reporter, Sophia NewtonVinton's Party in the Park took place Thursday the 27th through Saturday the 29th of June. Many of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members helped set up and volunteer at the local celebration. Members volunteered in the petting zoo, Community Supper, Alumni Beverage Booth, distributing trash cans, and even had some fun by running the Party in Pink 5K.

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is expanding a partnership with Hy-Vee stores to offer online ordering and pick-up for participants.“This is yet another incredible example of a public-private partnership that will greatly benefit individuals receiving WIC benefits in our state,” said Kelly Garcia, HHS director.

Conservative syndicated talk show host since 2017, Todd Starnes made a stop in Vinton on Saturday night along with radio personality Jeff Stein of KXEL where both can be heard. The two visited with Benton County Republicans before heading back to Waterloo in preparation to be at the Cattle Congress on Sunday. The group had an opportunity to visit with Starnes and were able to hear his views on things that he's seen happening across the country and in his own part of the country, Memphis, Tennessee.

In September of 2022 a Shellsburg couple, Jeffrey and Stacy Dively, were arrested on several crimes involving children. In May of 2024, Stacy Diveley, 47 was finally brought to trial.She was charged and found guilty of the following:Count 1 - Child Endangerment, Aggravated MisdemeanorCount 2 - Child Endangerment - Aggravated MisdemeanorCount 3 - Child Endangerment - Aggravated MisdemeanorCount 4 - Child Endangerment - Bodily Injury, Class D FelonyCount 5 - Child Endangerment - Aggravated MisdemeanorCount 6 - Child Endangerment - Aggravated MisdemeanorCount 7 - Dismissed - Tampering with a WitnessIn count 2, the charge of Child Endangerment with Bodily Injury, a Class D Felony,the charge was reduced to Child Endangerment dropping it to an aggravated misdemeanor charge.

We are thrilled to announce an Open House event at Virginia Gay Hospital to introduce our new CEO, Euan MacGregor. Please join us as we extend a warm welcome to Mr. MacGregor and learn about his vision for the future of our hospital.Date: Friday, July 12thTime: Noon to 2pmLocation: Clinic Conference Room, Virginia Gay HospitalThis event will be an excellent opportunity to meet Mr.

It is with great admiration and respect that we celebrate the retirement of Todd Reynolds BSRT(R), (CT), (MR), a distinguished figure in the field of radiology, after an illustrious career spanning half a century.Todd Reynolds began his journey in radiology as a Radiologic aide at the University of Iowa, where his passion and dedication soon led him to pursue advanced training in X-Ray technology.

Melissa Sherbon, 42, a former special education associate who worked at the middle and high school of the Benton Community School District was arrested in January of 2024. Sherbon was charged with Telephone Dissemination of Obscene Material to a Minor. This is her first offense. The school district released a statement that reads, "The Benton Community School District is aware of pending charges involving a former employee.

The Oath of Office was given to Vinton Police Officer Braeden Ellis by Mayor Bud Maynard at the Vinton City Council last Thursday. Ellis comes from Elgin, Iowa and recently graduated from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy, Police Science at Hawkeye Community College. His family is no stranger to serving in both Benton County and law enforcement. His father is currently the police chief in Postville as well as having served in Benton County's Conservation in the early 2000s.