Pork in the Pantry Provides 75,000 Servings to Those in Need

IOWA PORK PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION
June 1, 2025 3:26 pm

County pork organizations across the state stepped up in a big way this year for the Pork in the Pantry program. A total of 47 county organizations participated in the program, donating more than 18,000 pounds of pork, totaling almost 75,000 servings to help fight food insecurity in Iowa.

Vinton Community Foundation Distributes $49,605.87 to Local Organizations

VINTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
June 1, 2025 3:25 pm

The Vinton Community Foundation Board of Directors has announced the distribution of $49,605.87 in grants to the following non-profit organizations serving the City of Vinton.

Applications being accepted for Parks and Recreation Director

CITY OF VINTON
June 1, 2025 9:48 am

The City of Vinton is currently seeking qualified individuals to apply for the position of Parks and Recreation Director.This management-level role requires a dynamic leader to oversee the planning, organization, and direction of the city’s parks and recreation programs.

FFA's Got Talent: VS FFA hosts a Talent Show

VINTON TODAY
May 29, 2025 10:33 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn Thursday May 22nd, Vinton-Shellsburg FFA hosted their 1st FFA Talent Show to highlight the many talents of FFA members. There were 16 different acts with 18 members participating.

Benton Co. Pork Producers provide opportunity for some to show a pig at the Fair

BACON BUDDIES
May 29, 2025 10:32 pm

Benton County Fairboard & Benton County Pork Producers introduce individuals with disabilities to animal agriculture with Bacon Buddies® programThe Benton County Pork Producers are working to give local individuals with disabilities the opportunity to show a pig at the Benton County Fair.

Asking once again....

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 28, 2025 5:52 pm

Dear Vinton Today Readers,Rarely will you find me with a trembling chin and tears in my eyes...at the post office. But that's where I was this week. I had made my trip to the post office and was amazed by the number of letters filling my box.

4th St. Diner asks and the Community Delivers

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 28, 2025 5:16 pm

A week ago, Vinton Today had an S.O.S. call come in from the 4th St. Diner. The Diner is where our senior citizens meet for a noontime meal and some fellowship, or if needed the Diner provides meals to those who can't leave the house.

Memorial Day Services in Mt. Auburn brings a crowd to remember

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 28, 2025 11:12 am

Even though Mt. Auburn doesn't have a Legion Post in town any longer, that didn't dampen desire of the residents of the small town to remember the fallen.

Have you met Libby?

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 27, 2025 9:35 pm

Did you know that you can borrow ebooks, audio books and more from your local public library FREE?Get the app today from the Google App store, or Google Play or you can scan the QR code if you'd like!After you download the app, the rest is even easier.

Fish order forms due by May 30th

BENTON SWCD
May 27, 2025 6:09 pm

We would like to remind you that fish order forms are due to Benton Soil & Water Conservation District by the end of business day on May 30thIf you are considering fish for your pond this spring don’t hesitate to stop by the office at 1705 W D Street Vinton.