DuCharme Returns to Court

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
September 23, 2025 8:10 pm

Bob DuCharme, former owner of Tactical Creations, was charged earlier this year with three charges including:-Assault with intent to commit sexual Abuse, a misdemeanor -two counts of Lascivios acts with a Child, Class C feloniesAs part of these convictions, he was required to register as a sex offender on Iowa's Sex Offender Registry.

Vinton will begin regular outdoor siren testing

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
September 23, 2025 7:26 pm

The Vinton City Council approved a siren testing schedule for the City of Vinton. The first Wednesday of each month, the outdoor sirens will be tested at 8:45 a.

IHSSA Judge Certification Workshop at VSHS

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
September 23, 2025 7:24 pm

Many of you may (or may not) know that this upcoming spring, Vinton-Shellsburg is going to be hosting an Iowa High School Speech Association (IHSSA) State Individual Events (IE) Contest on Saturday, March 14th.

Vinton Marks 40 Years of Chrome, Gasoline, and Shine

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
September 23, 2025 10:39 am

Downtown Vinton this past Saturday night, was filled with around 300 calssic cars that rolled in for the 40th annual Car Cruise. Engines rumbled, paint jobs gleamed, and more than a few folks were caught drooling over chrome bumpers that looked polished enough to double as bathroom mirrors.

Windsor Wednesday Returns to Benton County at Fareway and Roy's Hometown Grocery

VINTON TODAY
September 22, 2025 4:17 pm

Windsor Wednesday Celebrates Real Farmers, Real Meat, Real Food in Honor of National Pork MonthBenton County Farm Bureau, Benton County Pork Producers, Vinton Fareway, and Roy’s Hometown Grocery are excited to bring Windsor Wednesday to the people of Benton County again this year.

Eastern Iowa Honor Flight Announces 56th Flight to Washington, D.C.

EASTERN IOWA HONOR FLIGHT
September 22, 2025 11:17 am

On Tuesday,  September 23, the  Eastern  Iowa  Honor  Flight  will launch  Flight  #56, sponsored by  Hy-Vee. Since beginning operations in 2009, the  Eastern  Iowa  Honor  Flight  has transported thousands of veterans and their guardians to Washington, D.

VGH Welcomes Stephanie Becker, MSN, FNP-C, to Vinton Family Medical Clinic

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
September 22, 2025 10:01 am

Virginia Gay Hospital Welcomes Stephanie Becker, MSN, FNP-C, to Vinton Family Medical ClinicVirginia Gay Hospital and Clinics is pleased to announce the addition of Stephanie Becker, MSN, FNP-C, to the Vinton Family Medical Clinic provider team.

Renovations at the LaPorte City Library: Relocates to FFA Historical & Ag Museum

LAPORTE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
September 22, 2025 9:21 am

Renovations CommenceAs of September 29, 2025, the Library is officially closed to the public. Library Staffwill operate out of the FFA Historical & Ag Museum.

Attorney General Bird Leads Letter to Protect Free Speech on College Campuses

IOWA ATTORNEY GENERAL
September 21, 2025 5:34 pm

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird today led 17 states in calling on colleges and universities to protect free speech on their campuses.   There are troubling reports that some university officials are using the murder of Charlie Kirk as a justification to suppress speech on campuses under the pretext of student safety.

School Board Meeting Overview of September 17 meeting

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
September 18, 2025 4:16 pm

Below is a brief overview of the September 17 School Board Work Session and Regular Meeting.Facilities & Grade Alignment Work SessionBefore the regular meeting, the board held a work session focused on grade alignment and facility usage.