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Local Courthouse Shines Bright with Children's Art This Christmas
The Benton County Courthouse has embraced the holiday spirit with a heartwarming addition to its second floor: a beautifully decorated Christmas tree adorned with handmade ornaments created by local s... Bauer Recognized for 35 years as the Harrison Township Clerk
ownship Clerk in rural Benton County. She came to the position originally at the request of one of the trustees, George Geater. She agreed to finish the term of Thelma Horak and then was elected ... Vinton-Shellsburg December Newsletter
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Deer hunters asked to help with monitoring chronic wasting disease
By Cami CoonsWild deer with chronic wasting disease have been detected in 25 counties, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, which is seeking help from Iowans to spot the disease and ... Benton County Conservation Complete Wildcat Bluff Expansion
After 18 months of dedicated work and unprecedented community support, Benton
County Conservation is thrilled to announce the procurement of funds for the Wildcat Bluff
Recreation Area expansion! ... Supervisors Approve Opioid Program, Discuss Road Projects, EMS Funding & More
At last weeks Benton County Supervisors' meeting, they had a packed agenda covering everything from public health to road improvements.Tackling Opioid AddictionThe board took a significant step toward...
Vinton Spreads Christmas Cheer
As the holiday season descends upon Vinton, the city transforms into a winter wonderland thanks to the dedication and creativity of city employees and local businesses. From twinkling lights adorning ... HAWKINS MEMORIAL LIBRARY DECEMBER 2024 NEWSLETTER
Library Announcements
A Call for Helping Hands: Are you in need of volunteer hours for the Silver Cord? Do you have free
time on your hands? We can use your help! The Library is seeking adult vol...
December 9-20 Vinton Public Library Book Sale!
Stop by the library book sale and browse through our selection of adult titles. Books are sold on a first come, first served basis; all proceeds benefit future library programming. The sale is located... Governor plans to propose statewide policy restricting cellphones in schools
By: Robin Opsahl and Cami KoonsGov. Kim Reynolds plans to propose banning cellphones in Iowa K-12 schools as a top priority heading into the upcoming 2025 legislative session.The govern...