City Council & Hobarts debate the future of Braille School Developer's Agreement

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 24, 2024 11:18 am

At a work session held with the Vinton City Council with Jim and Jimmy Hobart the representatives of Vinton Braille School, LLC and Hobart Historical Restoration (HHR) PM, LLC (Jointly referred to as "Hobart") the meeting opened with Tami Stark-Mahood leading the meeting.

Second family in need of assistance following fire

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 24, 2024 11:17 am

The Vinton Fire Department received the call late Sunday night to put out a fire in the apartments located on K Ave. between Tootsie's and Beast and Bird on Highway 218.

Celebrate Christmas and New Year's Safely

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
December 24, 2024 11:13 am

It's hard to have a happy holiday if you're arrested for drunk driving. The Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau is partnering with law enforcement across Iowa to urge drivers to designate before you celebrate.

Kuper home destroyed, Community rallying to show support

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 23, 2024 10:25 am

A fire destroyed the home of Janet Kuper and her daughter Grace last night. At approximately 10:22 p.m. the Vinton Fire Department received the call. The apartment is located on K Ave.

Vinton Lions Club Donates $2,195 to Honor Flights of Eastern Iowa

VINTON TODAY
December 23, 2024 12:17 am

The Honor Flights of Eastern Iowa organization, which first began flying veterans to Washington, D.C. in 2009, is preparing for its 54th flight on April 29, 2025.

Stein Family in need of Assistance

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 19, 2024 11:20 pm

17-year-old Mackenzy, was diagnosed at age 8 with Chiari Malformation which is a condition where the brain tissue at the base of the skull pushes into the spinal canal, putting pressure on the brain and spinal cord.

Martin Gardner Architecture Present Booster Club Check

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
December 19, 2024 1:46 pm

At the recent VS School Board meeting, representatives from Martin Gardner Architecture presented a check for $1,000 donation to the Vinton-Shellsburg school district to support student activities.

Wesley United Methodist Church Food Pantry is set for this Saturday

WESLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
December 19, 2024 1:46 pm

The Wesley United Methodist Church will have their food pantry available on Saturday, December 21 from 9-10:30 a.m.The church is located at 516 2nd Ave.

Vinton's Wonderland Walk Competition

VINTON UNLIMITED
December 18, 2024 9:57 pm

Vinton’s Wonderland Walk Competition is Bringing Back the Wonder of Christmas! When Children Dreamed,  Families Hoped, and Everyone Wished!   Â

Iowa closes a safe and fair 2024 General Election with meeting of electors

IOWA SECRETARY OF STATE
December 18, 2024 12:55 pm

Iowa’s six presidential electors met today, alongside Governor Kim Reynolds and Secretary of State Paul Pate, to officially cast their votes for President and Vice President of the United States.