"West" Bound and Down

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
July 13, 2025 3:57 pm

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.

13th Annual Party in Pink a Success

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
July 13, 2025 1:56 pm

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.

PARTY IN THE PARK SCHEDULE

VINTON PARKS & RECREATION
July 11, 2025 11:02 am

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.

Welcome East Unit Park Ranger!

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
July 10, 2025 2:00 pm

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.

Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Hosts Summer Potluck for Members and Families

FFA
July 10, 2025 1:51 pm

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.

Supreme Court Approves Grants to Support Civil Legal Services for Low-Income

IOWA JUDICIAL BRANCH
July 10, 2025 1:51 pm

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 hires Levis as new vice president, CFO, treasurer

VINTON TODAY
July 10, 2025 1:50 pm

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.

1st Female Benton County Supervisor, Hope Rogers' Story Brings Recognition

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
July 10, 2025 7:53 am

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 .

DNR Seeks Public Input on Threatened and Endangered Species Rule Revisions

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
July 9, 2025 12:09 pm

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.

What's in the Watershed?

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
July 8, 2025 1:10 pm

By Camryn GrubicIt shouldn’t come as a shock to anyone who knows a thing or two about conservation that Iowa’s waterways and aquatic ecosystems are under threat.