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VPD Partners with IA Dept. of Revenue for Underage Alcohol Compliance Checks
The Vinton Police Department has partnered with the Iowa Department of Revenue (IDR), Alcohol & Tax Compliance Division, to conduct underage alcohol compliance checks to reduce and deter ...
Trial for the deaths of four in Marion postponed
The trial for Luke Truesdell, Marion, who was charged in the beating death of four people in Linn County last June has been postponed. Truesdell was charged with four counts of first degree murd... Kirkwood’s Benton County Leadership Council to Meet March 5
Meeting to focus on college’s workforce and training efforts in Benton County Kirkwood Community College will hold the next meeting of the institution’s Benton County Leadership Council ...
Extreme Cold Warning
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Vinton-Shellsburg March Menu
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Wesley United Methodist Church to Host Silent Auction to help fund projects
Wesley United Methodist Church is thrilled to announce a silent auction as part of their upcoming fundraising event which started on February 9 at Wesley UMC (the church by the library). Guests will... Van Horne Fire Department Recognizes Volunteers for their service
The Van Horne Fire Department recognized some of their staff this week for their service. Chief Jeremy Hlas presented Kim Koehler Rayman with a certificate for 5 years of service, as well as Training ... VSHS Girls' Basketball Hosts Pink Night Honoring Survivors & Gifts of Hope
The Vinton-Shellsburg High School Girls' Basketball program, hosted a memorable Pink Night, celebrating the strength of local breast cancer survivors while raising awareness about the importance of ea... Notice of Benton County Conservation Rules and Regulations
NOTICE: The Benton County Conservation Board approved Rules and Regulations on February 10, 2025.es/Camping/Rental PoliciesGo camping! It's in your nature!Online reservations are taken for shelte...
Jeffrey Diveley Sentenced
In the case of Jeffrey Diveley, 64 of Shellsburg, sentencing was issued on Friday, February 7, 2025. The judge sentenced Diveley to 40 years in prison, but said that it is possible that Diveley will...