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Vinton Unlimited in search of Sesquincentennial Logo
Monday will kick off the search for Vinton's 2019 Sesquincentennial logo contest. The contest will be open April 2 and end May 31, 2018.
To enter, see the rules and submission requirements below or...
Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt tradition continues
The decades-old tradition of Vinton Kiwanis members placing Easter Eggs for children to find on the Saturday before Easter continued this weekend, as the club members and many families braved the cold...
Courthouse security protocols begin
Today marked the beginning of the new Benton County Courthouse security protocols, as all but the west door facing 1st Avenue will be locked from the outside, and all visitors must pass through a meta...
Lost Owner
This little dog was found wondering around the Lutheran Home/VanSteenhuyse Funeral home.
There were not tags or collar.
If he belongs to you, let us know and we'll put you in touch with the folk...
Use the North Entrance at the Library until Further Notice
Again we ask your indulgence.
The west foyer of the library is being painted – the last hurrah so to speak.
Please use the NORTH entrance until further notice.
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Benton County sees first new-style Iowa license plate
Although the Benton County Treasurer's Office has not yet received any shipments of the new style of state license plates, Treasurer Kelly Geater and her staff were surprised when a personalized plate... Benton County sees first new-style Iowa license plate
Although the Benton County Treasurer's Office has not yet received any shipments of the new style of state license plates, Treasurer Kelly Geater and her staff were surprised when a personalized plate...
Meet the Grand Old Lady, The Ray House
Written by Melody Snow
At the turn of the last century Vinton was booming with expansion. Businesses were growing, money was flowing, the train was carrying people hither and yon, and high society ... Gino catches a fleeing suspect; man arrested on outstanding warrants
The Vinton Police Department K-9 Unit was requested by the Benton County Sheriff's Office early Thursday morning around 7:35 AM to assist a deputy in apprehending 24 year old Jordan Dale Turner who ra... Meet the Grand Old Lady, The Ray House
Written by Melody Snow
At the turn of the last century Vinton was booming with expansion. Businesses were growing, money was flowing, the train was carrying people hither and yon, and high society ...