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A Record-Breaking Iowa Governor's Charity Steer Show
In another record-breaking year, the 42nd annual Iowa Governor’s Charity Steer Show continues to elevate the bar raising $568,000 for the Ronald McDonald Hous...
Injunction lifts on Iowa law restricting books in K-12 school libraries
By Robin OpsahlThe Iowa law prohibiting school libraries from having books containing sexually explicit material can go into effect, federal appeals court judges ruled Friday.The three-person panel mo...
Local photo Competing at the Iowa State Fair needs your Vote
If you are fortunate enough to make it to the Iowa State Fair this year, be sure to stop by the Iowa Cattlemen's Association booth. The organization is trying to decide which photo represents Iowa the... Belle Plaine Woman honored at the Iowa State Fair
UPDATED:Click here to watch video of the eventAs part of the Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation, this year's first Iowan of the Day for 2024 was recognized. A nomination made by Jane Hrabak s... Benton County Community Foundation to Host Grant Guidelines Workshop
The Benton County Community Foundation (BCCF) will host a public grant workshop on
September 11 to discuss the BCCF’s 2024 grant cycle. Held at Blairstown City Hall at 6:00 p.m., the
workshop wi...
Dan Boddicker Claims Big Prize In ‘Lucky 7 Bonus’ Game
Dan Boddicker of Vinton purchased his winning “Lucky 7 Bonus” scratch ticket at Vinton Express, 310 S. K Ave. in Vinton. He claimed his prize Monday at the lottery’s Cedar Rapids regional offic... Benton County Board of Supervisor Notes for 8/6/24 - Part 1 - Road Closure
Tuesday's Supervisor meeting began with a call to order, and a change to the agenda, taking off item 10 until a later time. The Agenda was then approved as well as minutes from the last meeting. All m... New towers are up - "Drive Test" is commencing (See note on this)
Tracy Seeman reported in Tuesday's Supervisor meeting that the tower project by Racom is now about 95% complete. Shellsburg, Atkins, Newhall and Mt. Auburn are waiting for the coaxial cord to be run f...
Library Auction: 25 Volume Mark Twain Collection
The Vinton Public Library is selling a collection of 25 books by Mark Twain, The Author's National Collection. Go to this link to bid and read details. The auction ends on August 8 at 2:36 p.m. C... Vinton Class of 1965 Reunites
The Vinton Class of 1965 held a Class Reunion this year. Meeting on Friday night the group went to Berry's Lanes and on Saturday they enjoyed a meal catered by Smokin' on the Cedar at the George G. Lu...