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Benton County Burn Ban Lifted
Notice was given from Benton County Emergency Management has rescinded the county wide burn ban, effective on Friday, November 1st at 8:00 a.m.{{{Benton-lift-10312024.pdf}}}...
Shellsburg Public Library Hosts Spooky Evening of Games and Treats
The Shellsburg Public Library was buzzing with Halloween spirit on Thursday night as local ghosts, goblins, and costumed kids stopped by for a fun-filled evening. Library Director Marge McDonald welco... Civil Rights groups sue Iowa Secretary of State over potential noncitizen voting
By Robin OpsahlCivil rights groups and immigrant advocates have filed a federal lawsuit against Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate on behalf of naturalized U.S. citizens in Iowa affected by his order t...
Iowa Elections are Safe and Secure Thanks to Numerous Safeguards in Elections
Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate and state and federal election security partners convened at the Iowa Department of Homeland Security’s Emergency Operation Center to remind voters of the many safe... Vinton-Shellsburg Schools Focuses on Future-Ready Graduates
The Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District (VSCSD) is collaborating closely with local businesses and organizations to ensure that its graduates are "Future Ready"—prepared not only to live hea... Vinton Shellsburg FFA Chapter Shines at 97th National Convention
By: Co-Reporter, Sophia NewtonThe Vinton Shellsburg FFA chapter recently enjoyed an unforgettable experience at the 97th National FFA Convention, held from October 22nd to 26th in Indianapolis. With 1... Early Voting in Benton County by the Numbers
In Benton County, registered voters in each party are broken down as follows:Libertarian 111Republican 6,695Democratic 3,993No Party 7,761Other 25The numbers below show how many of these in each categ...
Reminder: Burn Ban is still in effect in Benton County
This is just a reminder that due to Benton County reminds resident that there is a high fire danger because of the unseasonal warm weather and high winds. Attached in the photos is the informatio... Ernst recognizes Tootsie's as Small Business of the Week
Justin Jensen, a representative from United States Senator Joni Ernst's office, stopped to award a certificate to Michelle and Michael Seibert of Tootsie's Ice Cream & More. Ernst, a ranking membe... Roadside Chat – Tailgating can cause a real monster mash
Haunted houses, gobs of candy, costumes, and parties. Halloween, with its fun and spooky traditions is in full swing, and no celebration playlist is complete without “The Monster Mash.” This class...