Benton County Volunteer Center in need of drivers

BENTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER CENTER
October 13, 2025 2:41 pm

Please note the Benton County Volunteer Center continues to look for drivers. Drivers prove a ride to medical appointments including dental, mental health, and chiropractic appointments.

Easton Lindeman's Family Continues to uplift other Families

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 13, 2025 11:47 am

Easton Lindeman was only 3 years old when he lost his fight against High-Risk Neuroblastoma. This is a form of cancer that attacks the adrenal glands, spinal column, and bone marrow.

Diveley Finally Doing the Time

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 10, 2025 10:58 am

On September 13, 2022, Shellsburg couple, Jeffrey Diveley, 65,and Stacy Diveley, 49, were first arrested on several crimes involving children. Records indicate that  he is currently serving a prison sentence, at the  Iowa Medical & Classification Center in Coralville.

Daily Email will resume on Tuesday

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 10, 2025 10:55 am

The daily email will resume its regular delivery on Tuesday, October 14, following the Monday, Columbus Day holiday.Fun fact: when Christopher Columbus set sail in 1492, he wasn’t looking for a new continent—he was actually trying to find a faster route to Asia.

Vinton Firefighters Spend the Week Teaching Safety—and Serving the Community

VINTON TODAY
October 10, 2025 10:51 am

It’s been a busy and heartwarming week for the members of the Vinton Volunteer Fire Department. Once again, these 24 dedicated volunteers took time away from their jobs, families, and daily routines to visit local schools and teach elementary students the importance of fire safety.

Facing dismissal over Kirk comment, teacher cites GOP posts by superintendent

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
October 9, 2025 11:55 am

By Clark KauffmanA high school English teacher from Creston, facing termination for a social-media comment regarding the killing of Charlie Kirk, is fighting back, citing a series of pro-Republican posts by the superintendent.

Now taking 2025 Roping & Wreath Orders - Order Deadline: October 31st

VINTON TODAY
October 8, 2025 11:24 pm

It's time to order your 2025 Christmas Roping & Wreath Orders! Order Deadline is October 31st. Personal Order Pickup : Friday, November 14th 4-6pm Delivery/Hanging: Saturday, November 15th (Business or Residential) Greenery Roping $1.

Fire Prevention Week: Operation E.D.I.T.H. Thursday Night, Breakfast Sunday

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 7, 2025 11:55 am

The Vinton Fire Department will lead "Operation EDITH" this Thursday at 7:00 p.m., as part of Fire Prevention Week. The program, an acronym for Exit Drill In The Home, is a fire-safety initiative designed to encourage families, especially those with young children, to discuss and practice fire escape plans at home.

Homecoming Recap: Vikings Dominate Oelwein makes for a memorable Homecoming

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
October 7, 2025 1:16 am

Homecoming day began with High Five Friday at Tilfored Elementary.   The varsity team came out to welcome the students to school with high fives. See some awesome video clips here.

Eastern Iowa Honor Flight Announces 57th Flight to Washington, D.C.

EASTERN IOWA HONOR FLIGHT
October 6, 2025 2:41 pm

Eastern Iowa Honor Flight Announces 57th Flight to Washington, D.C.Flight to include nearly 90 veterans from across Eastern IowaOn Tuesday, October 14, the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight will launch Flight #57 sponsored by the Corvette Club of Cedar Rapids.