Vinton Today

Article Thumbnail. Back Row (Left to Right): Andrew Pingenot, Leif Allen, Jameson Demuth, Jonah Meyer, Levi Lutz, Zane Helter, Steven Rogers, Jazmyn Dods, Will McKenna. Middle Row: Cole Birker, Landon Wygle, Alana Fleming, Kara Rollinger, Ali Lutz, Bri Dulin, Eleanor Moen,

Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Excels at Southwest Sub-District Competitions

FFA
February 24, 2025 8:25 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Sophia NewtonVinton-Shellsburg FFA members showcased their skills and dedication at the Southwest Sub-District competitions, held at Hawkeye on Wednesday, February 19th.

Norway man arrested after firing gun inside and outside his home

BENTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
February 24, 2025 3:32 pm

In a news release from Benton County Sheriff David Upah, he released the following information. ---On February 23rd, 2025, at 9:26 AM a report was received of a male subject firing a gun outside a residence in the 400 block of Lehnen St.

Article Thumbnail. Leona Dulin retires after 48 years of service at Virginia Gay Hospital

Virginia Gay Hospital Celebrates honors the Retirement of Leona Dulin

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
February 21, 2025 11:46 am

Virginia Gay Hospital is proud to celebrate the remarkable career of Leona Dulin, who is retiring after almost 48 years of dedicated service.Leona has been a cornerstone of our hospital, demonstrating unwavering commitment, kindness, and compassion throughout her career.

Iowa Pork Producers Combat Hunger

IOWA PORK PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION
February 21, 2025 10:24 am

Iowa pork producers are stepping up once again this year to fight food insecurity with the return of Pork in the Pantry. In 2024, pork producers across the state donated more than $45,000 worth of pork to local food pantries, providing an estimated 60,000 servings of protein to Iowans in need.

Iowa Secretary of State invites Iowans to View Iowa's Historic Constitution

SECRETARY OF STATE
February 21, 2025 10:17 am

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate today unveiled a new display case to house Iowa’s original 1857 Iowa Constitution. As a demonstration of the state’s commitment to transparency and accessibility, Iowa’s Constitution is on display for the public to view in the Iowa Secretary of State’s Office during normal business hours.

VPD Partners with IA Dept. of Revenue for Underage Alcohol Compliance Checks

VINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
February 20, 2025 1:49 pm

The Vinton Police Department has partnered with the Iowa Department of Revenue (IDR), Alcohol & Tax Compliance Division, to conduct underage alcohol compliance checks to reduce and deter illegal alcohol sales to minors.

Trial for the deaths of four in Marion postponed

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
February 20, 2025 10:27 am

The trial for Luke Truesdell, Marion, who was charged in the beating death of four people in Linn County last June has been postponed. Truesdell was charged with four counts of first degree murder in the deaths of Amanda Parker of Vinton, Romondus Cooper and Keonna Ryan of Cedar Rapids and Brent Brown of Marion.