Culver's to benefit Benton Community FFA with special promotion Tuesday

VINTON TODAY
June 12, 2017 12:00 am

The Benton Community FFA invites area residents to enjoy dinner at Culver's restaurant in Cedar Rapids on the evening of Tuesday, June 13. Culver's also invites customers to the fund-raising event from 4 pm to 10:30 pm.

VanDeest makes late pass for Urbana 5 checkers at Benton County 

VINTON TODAY
June 12, 2017 12:00 am

By Ryan Clark Two last-lap passes and a photo finish provided for arguably the best night of racing so far this season at Benton County Speedway. A field of 105 race teams assembled for Sunday's third annual Urbana 5 Memorial/Iowa Donor Network event, which celebrated the memory of five area youth killed in a traffic accident in Benton County.

Iowa State University announces spring 2017 Dean's List

VINTON TODAY
June 12, 2017 12:00 am

More than 8,700 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the spring semester 2017 Dean's List.

Spring 2017 Iowa State University College of Business Dean's List

VINTON TODAY
June 12, 2017 12:00 am

The following area students were named to the Spring 2017 Dean's List at the Iowa State University College of Business. The Iowa State University College of Business Dean's List honors students who have earned a grade point average of 3.

Loras College announces Graduates

VINTON TODAY
June 9, 2017 12:00 am

Loras College has announced the names of students who earned a bachelor's degree or master's degree in 2017. FromBlairstown,Ellen J. Horst, Bachelor of Arts, English: Literature, Magna Cum Laude, Breitbach Catholic Thinkers and Leaders Program, Honors Program Vinton,Jenae K.

Urbana 5 to be remembered at Benton County Speedway, Sunday

VINTON TODAY
June 7, 2017 12:00 am

Tia Tuttle, left the mom of 3 of the Urbana 5, with sister-in-law Heather Tuttle during the 2016 event. Nicole "Nikki" Jacobsen. Quentin Ary. Triston Randall.

Party in Pink 5k: Don't miss out on the fun!

VINTON TODAY
June 6, 2017 12:00 am

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ba-SHqqdkC4?rel=0   Have you registered for the 5th Annual Party in Pink? The event takes place Friday, June 23 at Riverside Park.

23 to Zero: Ruck raises awareness of veteran suicide issue

VINTON TODAY
June 5, 2017 12:00 am

Several participants, including many children, joined Benton County Veterans Affairs Director Toni Parizek for the 23 to Zero Ruck on Saturday. Beginning at Veterans Park, the 5K walk was designed to raise awareness of the issue of suicides among active duty military personnel and veterans, and to offer information and support for those dealing with PTSD and other issues.

Mount Mercy University celebrates Class of 2017

VINTON TODAY
June 2, 2017 12:00 am

The students listed below graduated from Mount Mercy University this May. A commencement ceremony was held Sunday, May 21, 2017, at the U.S. Cellular Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Eggert recognized as distinguished graduate

VINTON TODAY
June 2, 2017 12:00 am

  Morgan Eggert of Atkins, was recognized by Concordia University, Nebraska, as an undergraduate who graduated with distinction or high distinction honors based on academic achievements.