Sensory-Friendly Morning at Iowa State Fair Presented by ChildServe August 13

VINTON TODAY
August 6, 2025 10:55 am

On Wednesday, August 13, ChildServe will sponsor the fourth annual Sensory-Friendly Morning at the Iowa State Fair. During the Sensory-Friendly Morning, the fair will create an environment designed for children, teens and adults with autism or sensory processing disorders in mind, so families who have a member with special healthcare needs can visit, explore and enjoy the fair.

Iowa State Fair has over 60 new foods to try in 2025

IOWA STATE FAIR
August 6, 2025 10:55 am

Get ready for a deliciously sweet reveal! A flavorful batch of the newest Fair foods is set to debut at the 2025 Iowa State Fair, and you're invited to be part of the excitement! Join us for a Facebook live stream on July 15 at 1 p.

2025 Iowa State Fair NEW Drinks

IOWA STATE FAIR
August 6, 2025 10:55 am

Iowa State Fair has new Food and NEW drink listsCheers to something new-Fairgoers can sip their way through a lineup of new drinks at the 2025 Iowa State Fair, set for August 7-17.

State Treasurer Encourages Iowans to Visit Great Iowa Treasure Hunt/ISave 529

IOWA TREASURER
August 6, 2025 10:55 am

Heading to the Iowa State Fair? Be sure to stop by the Varied Industries Building from August 7–17. State Treasurer Roby Smith encourages fairgoers to check out two booths that could put money in your pocket or help a child in your life.

New Variety Inclusive Playground to Debut at Iowa State Fair Opening Ceremonies

IOWA STATE FAIR
August 6, 2025 10:54 am

Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa is proud to announce the grand unveiling of the newest Variety Star Inclusive Playground, set to debut during the Iowa State Fair’s Opening Ceremonies on Thursday, August 7 at 9:00 AM, located near the Hy-Vee Fun Forest.

Pate Encourages Iowans to Participate in 10th Annual Iowa State Fair Straw Poll

SECRETARY OF STATE
August 6, 2025 10:54 am

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate is pleased to announce the Iowa State Fair Straw Poll will return for its tenth year. The straw poll, a favorite among Iowa voters at the fair, allows fairgoers to cast an unofficial “vote” for their preferred candidates in the upcoming primary election.

Class of 1980 to Reunite

VINTON TODAY
August 6, 2025 8:47 am

The  WHS Class of 1980 will be celebrating their 45th reunion on Saturday August 9th. It will be held at the Ultra Lounge at Berry's Lanes from 6-10 pm.

Local EMS continues to train and provide for the community

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
August 5, 2025 12:25 pm

July was a busy month for our area EMS. In mid-July, the local teams worked together training with the LifeGuard Air Ambulance. Flying in from St. Lukes, the various crews learned about safety around the helicopter, operations of the air ambulance and scene safety.

Iowa State Fair Top 3 New Foods Announced

IOWA STATE FAIR
August 4, 2025 7:03 pm

Just announced-our panel of expert judges has taken this year's lineup of over 60 new foods and narrowed it down to the top three finalists for 2025.Fairgoer votes will be tallied from August 7th to the 13th and the winner of the coveted People's Choice Best New Food for 2025 will be announced on Friday, August 15.

Gov. Reynolds announces $5 million for 19 child care and preschool programs

IOWA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
August 4, 2025 7:02 pm

Today, Governor Kim Reynolds announced her commitment of $5M to expand 19 child care and preschool program partnerships. The Continuum of Care grant program garnered overwhelming interest with more than 120 applications submitted.