Rausch among 16 "Choose Iowa Calendar Contest Artists" at Iowa State Fair

IA DEPT OF AG AND LAND STEWARDSHIP
August 13, 2025 11:48 am

Annual calendar contest highlights Iowa students’ artwork and their connections to Iowa agricultureIowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig recognized 16 Iowa students whose artwork was selected for inclusion in the 2025-2026 Choose Iowa Coloring Calendar during a ceremony at the 2025 Iowa State Fair.

Iowa GOP lawmakers reject task force idea to change IPERS

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
August 13, 2025 11:48 am

By Robin OpsahlSeveral Iowa Republican lawmakers have assured Iowans there is not significant interest in making changes to the state’s public retirement system after the idea was suggested last week by members of a task force appointed by the governor.

Class of 1980 celebrates 45th Reunion

VINTON TODAY
August 13, 2025 12:03 am

The class of 1980 reunited to share memories and a good time  on Saturday, August 9th. The group met at the Ultra Lounge at Berry's Lanes and welcomed all class members who graduated or attended school with the class during their time in Vinton.

Gov. Reynolds directs Iowa National Guard to support immigration enforcement

IOWA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
August 13, 2025 12:02 am

In response to a request by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Governor Reynolds has directed the Iowa National Guard to commence a supportive federal Title 32 mission alongside Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) beginning September 8, 2025.

Healthy Kids Iowa Food Distribution

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
August 12, 2025 11:04 pm

Virginia Gay Hospital (VGH) had a great day providing Healthy Kids Iowa food distribution at Vinton-Shellsburg School and Benton Community School. We appreciate the work of HACAP in making this opportunity available to Benton County families.

Warranty Deed Land Transfer 8/1/25

LEXA SPEIDEL, BENTON COUNTY RECORDER
August 12, 2025 10:44 pm

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Vinton Fire Department recognized by Downtown Mural

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 12, 2025 11:44 am

In every town, there are people who answer the call-not for a paycheck, but because they care. In Vinton, those people wear the uniform of the Vinton Fire Department.

Warranty Deed Land Transfer 7/31/25

LEXA SPEIDEL, BENTON COUNTY RECORDER
August 11, 2025 1:12 pm

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Mark Your Calendar for August 26

IOWA SECRETARY OF STATE
August 11, 2025 1:12 pm

Voters can begin requesting absentee ballots on August 26.  The Regular City-School Election is on Tuesday,  November 4, and now is a great time to start planning your vote.

Warranty Deed Land Transfers 7/30/25

LEXA SPEIDEL, BENTON COUNTY RECORDER
August 11, 2025 11:24 am

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