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Center Point-Urbana FFA Sends Three Events to the State!

On March 8th, the Center Point-Urbana FFA chapter competed at the District FFA Convention, hosted at the Waterloo Career Center. The chapter had a strong showing, with three events qualifying for the state competition!Leading the way was Caleigh Lewis in the FFA Creed Speaking contest, where she earned a first-place finish.

Iowa schools eligible for $1,000 match on local food purchases

By Cami KoonsThe Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship launched a $70,000 pilot program Monday to help schools purchase local meat, poultry, produce, dairy, eggs or honey through the Choose Iowa program.
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VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL RECEIVES EXCELLENCE IN HEALTHCARE AWARD

PRC Recognizes Industry’s Best with Annual AwardsVirginia Gay Hospital was recently recognized as a 5-Star Award for Excellent Performance in Outpatient Services and Emergency Department for Overall Quality of Care by PRC, a leader in the healthcare intelligence space.

IRFA's Drive Clean Campaign Offering After-Prom Prizes

Young Drivers: Drive Safe and Drive Clean on Prom NightIowa Renewable Fuels Association’s (IRFA) Drive Clean campaign wants to support young drivers on Prom night! The campaign, which educates young adults on making clean fuel choices, has gift packages available for donation to Iowa High School After-Prom events.

Secretary Naig Invites Applications for Century and Heritage Farm Recognition

Applications for recognition at 2025 Iowa State Fair will be accepted through June 1 Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig invites eligible Iowa farm owners to apply for Century or Heritage Farm recognition as part of the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s (IDALS) Century and Heritage Farm Program.
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From Vinton Band Student to the World Stage

Jeff Reed, an accomplished conductor and music educator who graduated from Vinton in 1980, wants you to imagine a world without music. No soundtracks in movies, no songs on your drive home, no anthems tied to your favorite memories.
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VGH Clinics - Phone issues March 11, 2025

The Virginia Gay Hospital Clinics in Atkins, Urbana and Van Horne is experiencing phone issues this morning. See photo.
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Georgia man charged in Check Cashing Scheme

As part of a check forging ring, Mikal McCarty of Georgia, was charged with 12 counts including 10 counts of forgery, one charge of Conspiracy to Commit Non-Forcible Felony, and Theft 1st Degree all Class D Felonies.

Iowa Notary Training, Friday, March 28

Join us Friday, March 28, 2025, for Iowa Notary Training at The Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood (520 Wilson Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404).

Kirkwood's Benton County Leadership Council to Meet May 15

Meeting to focus on college’s workforce and training efforts in Benton County Kirkwood Community College will hold the next meeting of the institution’s Benton County Leadership Council on May 15, from 1-2:30 p.
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