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SACG upgrades Shellsburg's Pavilion with new Picnic Tables
The Shellsburg Area Community Group’s latest effort to bring an upgrade to the City Park was very successful. The goal was to replace the worn and unattractive picnic tables in the frequently used park pavilion. SACG's Parks Planning Committee undertook the task of researching, fund-raising, purchasing and assembling ten new tables. City officials gave approval for selecting tables made with recycled plastic. Vinton Today Needs You
Dear Vinton Today Readers,First off, a huge thank you to those of you who have already sent in donations and checks to help build the new website—your generosity means the world. Truly, I’m touched. And no, I didn’t even have to send you a tote bag or promise to name a bench after you!Believe it or not, Vinton Today is now 15 years old. (I know, I can’t believe it either—where did the time go?) What started as a little idea has grown into something far beyond what I imagined.
4th St. Diner in Need of an upright Freezer ASAP
UPDATE!We were fortunate to have several people reach out to us and we received a brand new freezer today. Simply amazing! I am overwhelmed with the positive support of the community members and your readers. We really appreciate it. —-The 4th St. Diner is in desperate need of an upright freezer to replace one that just died. If any readers have one in good working condition we would be interested in accepting it as a donation.
Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Plant Sale Grows Over $8,500 for Ag Program
By: Co-Reporter, Abby McKennaThe Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter wrapped up a successful spring plant sale after three busy weekends in the high school greenhouse. With strong support from the greenhouse management class, students grew and sold a wide range of flowers, vegetables, hanging baskets, succulents, and even handmade wooden planter boxes built by Ag students. Virginia Gay Hospital Honors Dedicated Employees at 2025 Service Awards Banquet
Virginia Gay Hospital proudly celebrated the commitment and dedication of its staff during the 2025 Annual Employee Awards Banquet, held at the Vinton Country Club on Wednesday evening. The event brought together staff, family, and leadership to recognize employees who have reached milestone anniversaries in their service to the hospital and community.
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Vinton Shellsburg Class of 2025
Vinton-Shellsburg High School Gym was a place of celebration on Sunday for the Class of 2025. The high school band played "Pomp and Circumstance: as the graduates filed in. There was a common theme. As they began their walk down the aisle, each graduate scanned the crowd looking for the ones that brought them to this place. As soon as their eyes connected, a smile would break out across the face of the one in the cap and gown. Vinton Parks and Recreation Director moving on to Hiawatha
In a note shared with his friends, Vinton's Parks and Recreation Department Director, Matt Boggess shared the following:Dear Vinton Friends and Neighbors,I want to share some personal news with you all. After many meaningful years serving as the Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Vinton, I’ve made the difficult decision to step down from my role, as I've accepted a new position as the Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Hiawatha. 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.While Elle may be driven and ditsy, she’s also intelligent and wise under that graduation cap. Her father isn’t so smart, sloshing a full martini glass in her honor – during the ceremony.
Students Explore Agriculture at Benton County’s Third Grade Ag Day
By: Co-Reporter Sophia Newton On April 30th, 2025, the Third Grade Ag Day was held at the Benton County Fairgrounds, welcoming third-grade students from across Benton County. Students from Tilford Elementary and neighboring school districts rotated through a series of hands-on educational stations, each led by members of the Vinton-Shellsburg, Benton Community, and Belle Plaine FFA chapters. 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.KWWL Midwest Region Director of Sales Kelly Jones noted “KWWL is proud to be associated with an event that shines a light on these outstanding students, their families, and schools.
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