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National school voucher program included in ‘big, beautiful’ law, with no cap
By Shauneed MirandaA national private school voucher program is now law, though the school choice initiative comes with a huge caveat. States also choose — whether or not to participate. It’s...
Benton County Settles for $250,000 in Harassment Case

BENTON COUNTY AUDITOR’S OFFICE FULL-TIME CLERK
The Benton County Auditor’s Office will be accepting applications for a full-time clerk through
Friday, July 25, 2025. The position will be responsible for assisting the Auditor and/or Deputy Au...
"West" Bound and Down

13th Annual Party in Pink a Success

PARTY IN THE PARK SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, JULY 11, 5 PM TO 9 PM AT COURTHOUSE LAWN5 PM - FARMERS SAVINGS BANK & TRUST Community Picnic: Free hots dogs, chips & drinks served from the bank’s parking lot (401 B Ave)6:30 PM - K...
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Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Hosts Summer Potluck for Members and Families

Supreme Court Approves Grants to Support Civil Legal Services for Low-Income
Iowa Supreme Court has approved $1,177,030 in grants to nonprofit programs that provide legal assistance to low-income Iowans with civil legal problems. The court awarded grants to fourteen different ...
Cornell hires Levis as new vice president, CFO, treasurer
