Four Reserve officers join the Vinton Police Department

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 14, 2025 11:11 am

Mayor Bud Maynard administered the Oath of Office to four men desiring to serve as reserve officers for the Vinton Police Department. The four included Joshua Meyer, Matt Milburn, Brandan Geiger and Blake Hansen.

Newspapers just aren't what or where they used to be

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 13, 2025 11:11 pm

In an article entitled, "Changes to Iowa's newspaper landscape, 2019 to 2025" - Bleeding Heartland the author gives a bleak look at the newspaper industry in Iowa.

Outstanding Legacy Project award given to Dysart Woman

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
April 13, 2025 2:08 pm

Pictured: Catheryn Irvine with the "Outstanding Legacy Project."Also pictured (from left), Iowa DNR Director Kayla Lyon, Catherine Wieck with the Dysart Tree Board, [Irvine], Dysart Mayor Tim Glenn, and DNR State Forester Jeff Goerndt.

Vinton Shellsburg April 2025 Newsletter

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
April 11, 2025 10:54 am

Iowa Secretary of State Warns of Fraudulent Business Targeting Iowans

SECRETARY OF STATE
April 10, 2025 4:51 pm

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate is issuing a warning about fraudulent business practices soliciting investments from Iowans. As part of the scam, World Trade Coal (WTC) presents a fraudulent “letter of surety” to investors, which deceptively uses Secretary Pate’s signature and the official seal of the Iowa Secretary of State’s office.

Blessed Hope Community Church seeks projects for this year's program

BLESSED HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH
April 10, 2025 4:51 pm

Blessed Hope Community Church is gearing up for our annual Faith in Action event! If you or someone you know could use a hand with cleaning, painting, light construction, carpentry etc.

The Charles & Helen Yundt Charitable Foundation Now Accepting Grant Applications

FARMERS SAVINGS BANK & TRUST
April 10, 2025 4:34 pm

The Charles and Helen Yundt Charitable Foundation is accepting grant applications for year 2025 from non-profit organizations serving the Vinton, Iowa community.

P.E.O. Chapter HG Elects New Officers

PEO CHAPTER HG
April 10, 2025 12:19 pm

P.E.O. Chapter HG in Vinton recently installed their new officers for 2025. Elected president is Roxanne Ervin, Vice President - Cathie Beatty, Recording Secretary – Marsha McCall, Treasurer – Linda Fischer, Corresponding Secretary – Connie Gill, Chaplain – Dana Jumper, and Guard – Pam Miller.

New Brand Identity, Reflecting Growth and Community Focus

DYSART CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
April 10, 2025 12:18 pm

The Dysart Development Corporation (DDC) is proud to announce its rebranding as the Dysart Chamber of Commerce, unveiling a new name and updated mission statement to better reflect its expanded role and commitment to the community.

Semi Accident injures Belle Plaine Man

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 10, 2025 12:18 pm

A 50 year old Belle Plaine man was injured on Tuesday morning in a single vehicle accident in Missouri. He was driving a 2015 Kenworth W900 heading north on Interstate 35 at the time.