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Family Swim Night
I am sure you have heard; it takes a village to raise a child. It also takes a community to protect a child. This is about creating that community within Benton and Iowa County for the protection of c...
American Legion George G Luckey Post 57 & Bear Creek neighbors Honor the Fallen
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, the local American Legion George G. Luckey Post 57, held a brief ceremony, The men and women of the legion lowered a wreath into the river in honor of those who paid ... Benton County Auditor files lawsuit against Benton County Supervisors
Benton County Auditor, Hayley Rippel, has filed a lawsuit against the Board of Supervisors. The lawsuit appears to reflect the same complaints filed to the Iowa Public Board of Information concerning ... Candidate Resume: Ron Tippett for Supervisor
With the primary election just a little over a week away, I want to share some information with you
all.
I’m originally from LaPorte City and have spent the last 38 years working in Law Enforceme...
Memorial Day Events
UPDATED: The Bear Creek Cemetery will hold its Annual Memorial Day Service at 9:00 a.m. on Memorial Day.Breakfast will be served from 7:30 am-10:30 am at the church for a free will donation.The church... BENTON COUNTY POLLING PLACES
BENTON COUNTY POLLING PLACESPrimary ElectionJune 4, 2024Polls open 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.PRECINCT POLLING PLACESBelle Plaine I Community Center, RSVP Room1309 5th Avenue, Belle Plaine, IABelle Plaine ...
"Twisty the Fly and I go to a Garage Sale" now available
Waylon Struve, six years old, gave the inspiration for a book written by his aunt Breanna Stephenson. It all started because of an ordinary morning in the Struve home. It began with the birth of a fly... Candidate Resume: Bruce Volz for Supervisor
I was born and raised on a family farm west of Norway. I attended Norway schools and graduated in 1976. I worked for United Airlines for 27 years, that is where I met my wife. Unfort...
Severe Weather expected Today (Friday) and Sunday
Key Messages
● Severe weather is possible this morning and
again this afternoon and evening. Damaging
winds to 70 mph, large hail to the size of
quarters, and tornadoes are possible.
● Sev... Candidate Resume: Kellie VanRee for Supervisor
Since I submitted my background information in a prior article, I would like to take the opportunity to explain why I am the best candidate for Benton County Supervisor. My goals are simple and are an...