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Concrete, drawing and crafting: Belle Plaine artist Shines at State Fair
When Belle Plaine artist Jane Hrabak was checking out art competitions at the 2016 Iowa State Fair, she ran across a contest that called for artists to decorate a concrete statue. Intrigued by the opportunity of creating art in this new medium, she created an idea centered around Belle Plaine's Legion, Post 39, and the Auxiliary and decided to title the work "Pride in America. No Dollar General in Shellsburg: Council rejects annexation request
The Shellsburg City Council held the public hearing on the proposed annexation of the property south of Shellsburg for the purpose of a Dollar General Store being built.
After hearing public comments, the council voted unanimously to not annex the property for the Dollar General Store.
"I would personally like to thank everyone who took the time to come to the meeting and share their comments," said Mayor Dan Roehr.
Lions Club receives $10K grant for tornado victims
As application deadlines for families impacted by the July 17th EF2 tornado approach, more assistance has become available to help them. The Iowa Individual Assistance Program deadline is August 31st and the Benton County Disaster Recovery Coalition would like applications by then also to act on requests for needed assistance. Any families who have not applied can still do so by contacting case manager, Sherry Adams at 319-241-5121. Concrete, drawing and crafting: Belle Plaine artist Shines at State Fair
Jane Hrabak earned 2nd place in the Novice division in the State Fair concrete painting contest with this tribute to Belle Plaine's Post 39.
Earlier this year, while Belle Plaine artist Jane Hrabak was checking out art competitions to be held at the 2016 Iowa State Fair, she ran across a contest that called for artists to decorate a concrete statue.
VS golf tournament fund-raiser set for Sept. 17
The Vinton Shellsburg Boys and Girls Golf Teams Four Person Best Shot Golf Tournament
Takes palce Saturday, September 17, 2016 at the Vinton Country Club, 314 9th Ave, Vinton
Tee Time: 9:00am
Cost: $30.
Many thanks for donated band instruments; many musicians have been helped
By VSMS Band Director Jodi Bierschenk
To be in band or to not be in band? This is a big question for Vinton-Shellsburg beginning band students. It is a proven fact that learning to play a musical instrument as a child helps develop brain function. To be in the band is an advantage that is available to all students, but is not required to do.
Leaders say IBSSS decision should be 'very long process'
At the first of what will most likely be many meetings about the future of the Iowa Braille and Sight-Saving School campus – and whether or not the City of Vinton should become its new owner – Vinton's mayor said the city needs much more time and much more information before considering any decisions.
“I would slow this thing down,” said Mayor John Watson.
Farm to School: VS seeks to serve more locally-grown produce in cafeterias
During "Back to School Night" at Tilford Elementary, students and their families also received a taste of "Farm to School," program that is just beginning in the Vinton-Shellsburg district.
The goal of the program is to connect schools with area farmers and produce growers, to provide healthy vegetables for lunch rooms while supporting local farmers and encouraging the production and consumption of healthier food. Important 'Welcome To Medicare' meeting at Virginia Gay
Are you going to be eligible for Medicare in the near future? Have you been on Medicare for awhile and want to better understand what it offers? Do you have a family member you help with Medicare issues?
“Welcome to Medicare” is for you!
This two hour seminar offered by Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics, with trained SHIIP counselors, will be held Thursday, September 8th starting at 7:00PM. How Boomtown presented by Veridian came to be 'a thing'
Ten years ago when the Iowa Pyrotechnic Association’s annual picnic outgrew the family farm that it had been held on for years. They came to Vinton Unlimited, Vinton’s answer for a Chamber of Commerce, offering a Pyrotechnic show for the public in exchange for hosting…and the rest is history.
As with many large annual events, there have been growing pains along they way; however, with excellent and constant communication between the 2 sides (the I.