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V-S FFA Shows Skills at District Ag Mechanics
By: Co-Reporter, Izzie BirkerOn Wednesday, April 24th members of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter traveled to Calmar for the annual District Ag Mechanics Career Development Event. Two teams of three were able to compete including Dallas Fairbanks, Evan Lopata, Jacob Dudley, Andrew Allsup, Ben McGowan, and Wes McKenna. These students used their skills to stand out in the Northeast District by being tough competitors. Food Pantry thanks Postal Carriers
The Benton County Pantry and Wesley Church Pantry would like to extend a HUGE THANK YOU for the generous donations of shelf-stable food. A BIG THANK YOU to the postal carriers who sponsored it and worked extra hard to deliver it. The donations and the extra work is much appreciated!
Candidate Resume: Lance Lillibridge for Supervisor
Leadership. Integrity. Trust.Four years ago, I was asked by many people if I would consider running for Benton County Supervisor. My answer was. "No." I had committed my time to the Iowa Corn Growers Association and I wanted to finish my term by giving my full attention to the organization. My term ends in a few short months. I have been asked again if I would please consider this cycle for supervisor.
Iowa State Patrol releases statement in wake of devastating tornado
May 21, 2024At 8:30 p.m. on May 21, 2024, Sgt. Alex Dinkla, the Iowa State Patrol public information officer, held a press conference in Adair County in the wake of a devastating tornado: "Earlier today, the town of Greenfield was struck by a devastating tornado. Local, county, and state emergency responders quickly initiated search and rescue operations once the tornado passed through the area.
Barb Winsor, a Difference Maker
Barb Winsor, President of our Sports Boosters, was recognized as a Difference Maker. Barb has been part of Sports Boosters for 22 years! You have likely seen Barb in the concession stand at any event you have attended because she works almost every single home game of all sports that offer concessions. During football and track, she uses vacation time from her full-time job to start grilling and have the concession stand ready to operate when athletes and spectators arrive. Seatbelt laws help to save lives
This reminder brought to you by the Vinton Police Department. "Seat belt laws and enhanced enforcement increase seat belt use, thereby reducing crash-related injuries. Seat belt use reduces serious crash-related injuries and deaths by about half, and seat belt laws and enforcement strategies have been proven to increase seat belt use. Primary enforcement seat belt laws allow law enforcement officers to stop vehicles if a driver or passenger is not wearing a seat belt. Candidate Resume: Ted Paxton for Sheriff
Experience and Qualifications· 28/29 years of Law Enforcement Experience – Albion, Eldora, Vinton· 17 years as a Chief of Police· 23 years of Volunteer Fire Fighter - combined· Fiscally responsible with tax dollars· Benton County Resident since 2014· Husband and Father of 6 children – Wife BeAnn, Mitchell 28, Stephen 25, Nicolas 21, Haedon 11, Korban 10, Lyndon 6Priorities and Goals· Enhance community engagement in rural Benton Countyo Assign a deputy to our townships, get to know their trustees and clerks.
V-S FFA Finishing the Year with Annual FFA Banquet!
By: Co-Reporter, Izzie Birker The annual Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Banquet took place on Saturday, May 4th at the Vinton-Shellsburg High School. Before the meal, President Andrew Pingenot welcomed all of the guests and thanked them all for their support. Officer at Large, Cooper McClintock gave the blessing for the food. Tables were dismissed by Cole Birker and Jameson Demuth. 
Eastern Iowa Honor Flight announces 51st flight to Washington DC
Flight to include 88 veterans
On Tuesday, May 28, the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight will launch
Flight #51. Since the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight began operations in 2009, 50 flights have
transported 4,506 veterans, along with their guardians to Washington, DC. The trip entails visits
to the WWII, Korean, Vietnam memorials, as well as Arlington National Cemetery for a special
wreath dedication.