Wednesday, June 3, 2026
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Roadside Chat - Pomp/Circumstance, Celebrate Wisely, Drive Sober

“We DID it!” screamed the Harvard Law School commencement speaker. In the classic comedy Legally Blonde, the lovable Elle Woods delivers a moving speech to classmates about passion and personal conviction spurred on by agonizing heartbreak.
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Local student honored as 'Best of the Class'

 Addy Chvala from Vinton-Shellsburg CSD was honored as a member of the 2025 Best of the Class. KWWL and the University of Northern Iowa recognized valedictorians or top graduating seniors from across eastern Iowa at a celebration on Saturday, May 3rd at Maucker Union on the UNI campus.

Notice: Benton Co. accepting applications for Veterans Affairs Commission

NoticeThe Benton County Board of Supervisors is accepting applications for the Benton County Veterans Affairs Commission. This is a three-member commission that provides guidance and over sees operations of the Benton County Veterans Affairs Department.

A Week to Thank Our Hometown Heroes

This week, as flags quietly wave in the spring breeze and sirens echo with a little more reverence, Vinton joins communities across the country in observing National Police Week, a time set aside to honor the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of our nation’s law enforcement officers.
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Henkle Shares Library Information with local Kiwanis

Carolyn Hibbs introduced the librarian of the Vinton Public Library to the area Kiwanis Club for their weekly meeting at the end of April. Kelly Henkle introduced herself to the group and shared some of the updates with the group.
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2025 BENTON COUNTY AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE

Relay For Life is more than just a fundraising walk. It is a global movement that celebrates cancer survivors and caregivers, honors loved ones, and helps fund the future of cancer research and care.
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