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BIRKER AMONG YOUTH TO HELP RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE THROUGH CHARITY STEER SHOW

        ​The Iowa State Fair is quickly approaching and plans for the annual Governor’s Charity Steer Show are in full swing. Iowa cattlemen support this great event that benefits the Ronald ...

BURMEISTER HELPS RONALD MCDONALD HOUSES OF IOWA IN GOVERNOR’S CHARITY STEER SHOW

                The Iowa State Fair is quickly approaching and plans for the annual Governor’s Charity Steer Show are in full swing. Iowa cattlemen support th...

Shellsburg Big Day brings Friends and Neighbors

With a beautiful day for a party, Shellsburg residents came out to enjoy the day together. Kicking off the day with a parade, the town pulled out all the stops to celebrate the little town. Here are j...

Enjoy Sweet Corn Season This Summer with Some Practical Tips

Learn more about buying sweet corn, keeping it fresh and growing your ownThe middle of summer is officially here and so is sweet corn season. With the unusual weather events this year, Iowans can stil...

August Back to School Newsletter - VSCSD

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Largest Number of Entries for Dysart Development Corporation's Annual Car Show

Dysart’s summer tradition returned on Friday, July 19th when the Dysart Development Corporation (DDC) hosted its 22nd annual Car, Truck & Bike Show. The event is growing in size, popularity and scop...

Iowa Public Information Board sued over alleged open-meetings violation

By Clark KauffmanThe state panel charged with ensuring transparency in government is being sued for allegedly violating Iowa’s Open Meetings Law.Briana Reha of Polk County is suing the Iowa Public I...

2024 Benton County Parade of Champions

(The complete list of winners at the Benton County Fail will be posted at a later date.)The 2024 Benton County Parade of Champions includes the following:POULTRY1. Champion Market Broiler Special - Je...

Vinton Police Department Log for Week of July 8-14, 2024

 All Charges are subject to review by the Benton County Attorney’s Office. An arrest or criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the Defendant is presumed innocent, unless proven ...

Eastern Iowa Honor Flight receives a Donation from the Van Horne Lions Club

The Van Horne Lions Club presented a check on behalf of the club to the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight. The $500 donation will be used to fly Veterans to the nation's capital, Washington D.C. Thank you to ...