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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... 2024 Costume Parade Fun
Saturday morning started out with very nippy temperatures for the planned Halloween activities by the Vinton Parks and Recreation Department. By the time the Costume Parade kicked off, Mother Nature h... State Auditor Rob Sand makes stop in Vinton
Iowa's State Auditor Rob Stand made a stop in Vinton to discuss his job as Auditor. Before beginning the meeting, he spotted an old friend that he had met while working with Americorp, Jimmy Kelly. ... Congresswoman Hinson speaks with Benton County Auditor Rippel
This week, Benton County Auditor Hayley Rippel made an appearance in Benton County with Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, The two discussed voting and the requirements and misconceptions surrounding e...
Save the Date! Kick Off the Holiday Season in Downtown Vinton
Vinton Unlimited, in conjunction with our local veteran organizations, is excited to kick off the holiday season with the 17th Annual Lighted Parade! Let’s make this the brightest year yet! Date: N... Vinton-Shellsburg October School Board Recap
Difference Maker Presentation4. We are proud to recognize Maddy Svoboda as a Positive Difference Maker in our school district. Maddy serves as our athletic trainer, offering invaluable support to bot... Sheltering assistance still available to survivors as winter weather approaches
Iowans who received sheltering through the State of Iowa Disaster Recovery Temporary Housing Program (DRTHP) due to the severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that occurred in April, May, and June 2...
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day October 26, 2024
The Iowa Department of Public Safety's Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP) is encouraging all Iowans to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day scheduled for October 26, 2024. T...
Iowa Secretary of State says 87 noncitizens voted in elections
By Robin OpsahlThe Iowa Secretary of State’s office says it has found 87 noncitizens who voted in the state’s elections, as well as 67 noncitizens who have registered to vote but have not yet cast...