The Benton County Auditor’s Office will be accepting applications for a full-time clerk through Friday, July 25, 2025. The position will be responsible for assisting the Auditor and/or Deputy Auditor with his/her duties including, but not limited to: working with governmental processes relating to budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, maintaining accurate real estate records, fixed asset reporting, website maintenance, voter registration, as well as other routine clerical duties as assigned including elections.

It wasn't Smokey and the Bandit, but if you're on Highway 30, be careful out there. On Saturday, area law enforcement had the task of trying to stop an 80,000 pound semi with government-issued vehicles.

As I reflect on today, I'm filled with gratitude for the incredible support from our community. Despite the rainy start, the 13th Annual Party in Pink 5K/10K was a true success-wrapped up beautifully with a rainbow.

FRIDAY, JULY 11, 5 PM TO 9 PM AT COURTHOUSE LAWN5 PM - FARMERS SAVINGS BANK & TRUST Community Picnic: Free hots dogs, chips & drinks served from the bank’s parking lot (401 B Ave)6:30 PM - KIDDIE PARADE: Let your imagination be your guide and dress up like you’re living in the 80’s! Decorate your bike, your stroller or your wagon.

By Will SouerHello, my name is Will Souer and I am the newest Park Ranger for Benton County Conservation. I work primarily out of the river parks: Wildcat, Benton City, and Hoefle-Dulin, but you may see me at any of our properties as I work closely with our other Rangers and conservation staff to provide quality services for all Benton County residents and park users.

By: Co-Reporter, Abby McKennaOn Sunday, June 22nd at 6:00 PM, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter hosted a summer potluck in the high school commons. The event brought together FFA members and their families for an evening of food, fun, and fellowship.

Iowa Supreme Court has approved $1,177,030 in grants to nonprofit programs that provide legal assistance to low-income Iowans with civil legal problems.

Cornell College is proud to announce the hire of Rob Levis as the new vice president, chieffinancial officer, and treasurer.Levis comes to Cornell with nearly four decades of experience in finance, leadership, andoperations.

Although Hope Rogers passed away nearly a year and a half ago in Vinton, her story continues to be told. Winning the George Mills Louise Noun Popular History Award, Michael Schreiber received a Certificate of Recognition for “The Hope Rogers Story: From Mental Illness .

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking informal comment on the revision of the administrative rule for threatened and endangered plant and animal species.