Lawmakers hear arguments proposing constitutional amendment on child testimony

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
January 23, 2025 11:46 am

By Robin OpsahlAdvocates of child victims said a proposed constitutional amendment allowing for remote testimony for children and people with certain disabilities could help young victims from being retraumatized in the courtroom, but others said the measure could abridge the rights of wrongfully accused defendants.

Difference Maker Award: Megan Schlitter

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
January 23, 2025 11:46 am

It is with great pride that we recognize Vinton-Shellsburg High School senior Megan Schlitter as the recipient of the January Difference Maker Award! Megan's unwavering dedication to service and leadership has made a profound impact on our school and community.

Salvation Army Appreciates Our Giving Communities

SALVATION ARMY OF BENTON COUNTY
January 22, 2025 12:13 pm

We are grateful for the willingness of the people in this county to support our local Salvation Army Service Extension Unit. We met our goal by raising over $20,000.

Bill proposes adding sharks to Iowa dangerous wild animals list

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
January 22, 2025 12:13 pm

By Robin OpsahlIowa lawmakers are considering a proposal to add a new animal to its list of dangerous wild animals: sharks.A subcommittee in the Iowa House met Thursday to discuss House File 24, a bill that would add sharks that can grow to a length of 23 inches or more, or that have a  documented history of biting humans, to the state’s existing code prohibiting contact with dangerous wild animals.

Three Central Iowa community lakes stocked with rainbow trout

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
January 22, 2025 12:13 pm

1/16/25The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released 3,700 rainbow trout this afternoon at Lake Petocka in Bondurant, Triumph Park West and East in Waukee, and Terra Lake in Johnston.

Shellsburg Memorial Park Improvement

SHELLSBURG AREA COMMUNITY GROUP (SACG)
January 22, 2025 10:28 am

As part of the Shellsburg Area Community Group’s (SACG) ongoing efforts to improve the city's park areas, the Parks Committee undertook the task of researching, funding, acquiring and installing a steel shaded canopy and picnic table on a concrete pad this fall.

VFW and Auxiliary Elementary essay winners (3rd, 4th, 5th) grades

VFW AUXILIARY
January 21, 2025 10:01 pm

Each year at this time our youth from Elementary schools from District 2 VFW and Auxiliary write their essays.  Towns in our District 2 VFW and Auxiliary were: Vinton-Shellsburg 2440 (which Vinton Auxiliary transferred to Independence 2440 but still got to participate in Vinton).

Garbage Pick up delayed

CITY OF VINTON
January 21, 2025 12:10 pm

For those who are not on Facebook:Garbage trucks don’t like this cold weather either.Tuesday’s garbage/recycling service with S&J Sanitation will be delayed until Wednesday.

Moonshiners: Master Distiller to feature Justin Meredith

VINTON TODAY
January 21, 2025 10:35 am

Get ready, Eastern Iowa! One of our own is about to make waves on national television. Justin Meredith, a Benton County native, will be showcasing his moonshining talents on Discovery's hit show Moonshiners: Master Distiller this Tuesday night, January 21st at 8:00 p.

Council takes action in Hobart Contract and etc. at 1/9/24 meeting

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
January 19, 2025 4:59 pm

The City of VInton Council, met on Thursday evening, January 9, 2025 beginning at 7:00 p.m.You can watch the meeting here  https://www.youtube.com/@CityofVintonIAThe meeting began with the call to order, roll call and pledge of allegiance.