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VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL - November 13th, 2024 4:06 pm
Virginia Gay Hospital is proud to announce Dawn Stephenson as a 2024 Legacy Honors Award recipient. Dawn's journey with VGH began in 1977, when she joined the hospital's Annex team as a high school senior. Over the past 47 years, Dawn's dedication to healthcare, patient safety, and education has had a lasting impact on the hospital and the community.
VINTON SHELLSBURG POST PROM - November 12th, 2024 8:39 pm
Support the Post Prom fundraising effort! Take a look at the options at the following link! Shop until December 7, 2024. Rada Cutlery Fundraising Store | Shop Cutlery & Gifts
VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL - November 12th, 2024 6:00 pm
Virginia Gay Hospital is honored to name Dave Vermedahl as the 2024 Legacy Honoree in recognition of his outstanding service and leadership on the Virginia Gay Hospital Board of Directors. Since joining the board in 1998—initially as Mayor of Vinton and, since 2001, in an ongoing role that now includes Vice Chair—Dave has played a vital role in guiding the hospital through transformative projects and initiatives that have enhanced local healthcare access and sustainability.
LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER - November 12th, 2024 5:59 pm
There are still several appointments available for the Virginia Gay Hospital blood drive coming up on Tuesday, November 26th. Our goal is to fill the schedule and make a difference in the lives of patients in need of lifesaving care.Imagine the profound impact we could make if each of us
committed to the simple yet extraordinary act of donating blood more than once in a calendar year.
VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR - November 12th, 2024 10:48 am
Hands down, one of the best events that Vinton-Shellsburg provides for the community is the annual Veterans Assembly. Denny Miller added the finishing touch to the table set for the POW/MIA veterans at the beginning of the ceremony, always a touching moment. As I snapped photos, I realized that I was trying to capture the feeling of the assembly via the clicks of the camera, at the same time knowing that I simply couldn't do it justice.
VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL - November 11th, 2024 12:00 pm
Virginia Gay Hospital is honored to announce Don Logan as a recipient of the 2024 Legacy Award, recognizing his exceptional leadership, dedication, and generosity. Don’s contributions as chair of the Virginia Gay Hospital Health Care Foundation Board have been transformative, bringing both growth and sustainability to the hospital’s mission of delivering outstanding healthcare services to the community.
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - November 11th, 2024 11:59 am
“Grease is the time, is the place, is the motion…it’s got groove, it’s got meaning.” These Frankie Valli lyrics from the 70s hit movie “Grease” lend inspiration for today’s Roadside Chat reminding us that deer are in motion…they’ve got hooves and they’ve got meaning.Deer have given significant meaning to today’s date – November 8.
VINTON TODAY - November 10th, 2024 7:27 pm
Iowa Select Farms supports Iowa veterans and military families by helping communities host Veterans Day celebrations.American Legion Post #57, Vinton, AMVETS Post #218, Vinton, AMVETS, Keystone and American Legion Post #166, Shellsburg were among 160 Iowa veteran-based organizations who are preparing to host Veterans Day celebrations with the support of Iowa Select Farms and the Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation.
VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR - November 10th, 2024 7:27 pm
Today's email will be limited to anything Veteran-related, and any obituaries that come in. ---Each year, on this special day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Today, we remember the sacrifices you made for us, the unwavering commitment you gave, and the resilience you continue to show.Many of us will never fully understand the depth of your battles-both on the field and upon returning home.
VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS - November 8th, 2024 9:54 am
The annual Veterans Day Assembly will be held on Monday, November 11th at 9 AM.Vinton-Shellsburg is hosting our annual community-wide Veterans Day Assembly at the Middle School. Any and All Veterans are encouraged to attend. The community is invited to join us as we recognize our Veterans in the Middle School Gym.Prior to the assembly, all Veterans and spouses are invited to a breakfast served in the middle school cafeteria from 8:00 to 8:45 a.