Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Members Shine at the 2025 Benton County Fair

FFA
July 29, 2025 8:11 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Abby McKennaThe Benton County Fair was a fun and rewarding week for the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter as members took part in hands-on agricultural education, livestock exhibitions, and community service.

Benton County Whitetails Unlimited make Donation to Hannen Lake Sidewalk Project

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
July 28, 2025 6:48 pm

We’re thrilled to announce that an accessible sidewalk has been installed at the Hannen Lake Park beach! This project is a big step toward making our parks more inclusive and enjoyable for everyone.

Severe Thunderstorm Risk Increased Tonight July 28, 2025

BENTON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
July 28, 2025 5:06 pm

A well-organized storm complex is expected to impact the area tonight into very early Tuesday morning. ● This line of storms is likely to be severe in at least portions of eastern Iowa, but confidence remains low on specific timing and duration of severe.

ETE Demographic Survey

BENTON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
July 28, 2025 11:45 am

ETE Demographic Survey PLEASE NOTE DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, RESPONSES THROUGH JULY 20TH WERE NOT RECORDED. PLEASE CONSIDER COMPLETING THE SURVEY AGAIN.

V-S FFA President Will McKenna Attends Washington D.C. Leadership Conference

FFA
July 28, 2025 7:19 am

By: Co-Reporter, Abby McKennaFrom July 8th to 12th, Vinton-Shellsburg FFA member Will McKenna traveled to our nation's capital to attend the Washington Leadership Conference (WLC), an intensive leadership experience hosted by the National FFA Organization.

Notice: Rules/Camping/Rental Policies

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
July 24, 2025 6:32 pm

NOTICEThe Benton County Conservation Board Approved Rules and Regulations on July 14, 2025. Complete Rules and Regulations can be found on the county's website: https://www.

World Day Against Trafficking July 30

SECRETARY OF STATE
July 24, 2025 6:32 pm

Human trafficking is a heartbreaking reality, and one that demands our attention every day, not just once a year. On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on Wednesday July 30, 2025, we reaffirm our office’s commitment to raising awareness and empowering Iowans to help put an end to this crime.

10 New Laws that went into effect July 1

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
July 23, 2025 10:43 pm

By Tom FoleyIowa drivers will be more likely to get pulled over after July 1 if they are behind the wheel with their cellphones in their hands. This new law is one of many passed by the Iowa Legislature during the 2025 session set to go into effect at the beginning of July.

New Law Increasing Penalties for Assaulting Law Officers into Effect July 1

IOWA ATTORNEY GENERAL
July 23, 2025 10:37 pm

The new Iowa law that increases penalties for assaults against law enforcement officers and first responders goes into effect today, July 1, 2025. The law was Attorney General Brenna Bird’s legislative priority this past session.

Iowa DOT Online Auction, through August 3

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
July 23, 2025 10:01 pm

Don't miss your chance to bid on snowplow trucks, tractors, mowers, skid loaders, welder's plasma cutters, and shop equipment. The Iowa DOT online auction will run through Sunday, August 3.