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Giving Tree to help area children available at Cedar Valley Bank & Trust
A giving tree to benefit area children has been set up and is ready at Cedar Valley Bank & Trust in Vinton. "Our giving tree is ready to spread some Christmas Magic! We welcome the community to st... Iowa officials sue federal government over voter citizenship information
By Robin OpsahlIowa Secretary of State Paul Pate and Attorney General Brenna Bird filed a lawsuit in federal court Tuesday accusing the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services of unlawfully withhold...
Vinton-Shellsburg High School FFA Members Enjoy Fun-Filled Lock-In
The Vinton-Shellsburg High School FFA chapter had a great time at their annual lock-in on Tuesday, November 26th. Forty-four members gathered at the high school for a night full of food, fun, and team... Baby Girl Declared Safe Haven in November
Through the Safe Haven Law, a baby girl, born November 11 is now in the care and custody of the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and will be placed with a foster family until permane...
Property tax legislation expected in the 2025 session, legislative leaders say
By Robin OpsahlIowans should expect to see further property tax law changes brought up in the 2025 legislative session, lawmakers said Tuesday at the Greater Des Moines Partnership legislative leaders...
Support Vinton Police Department’s “Holiday with a Cop” Event!
The holiday season is a time for giving, and this year, the Vinton Police Department is once again hosting its annual Holiday with a Cop event on December 15th! This special day brings joy and smiles ...
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 ...