The Morel of the Story: Another government rule for Iowans to remember

VINTON TODAY
April 30, 2010 10:36 am

By Dawn Pettengill Iowa House District 39 We are in the middle of mushroom season. If you are a mushroom hunter/eater/seller, you may be interested in this new administrative rule from the Department of Inspection and Appeals.

Salute to V-S Seniors

VINTON TODAY
April 27, 2010 9:16 am

Dear Editor, What a great bunch of young people we have here in Vinton. Donations to North Central Iowa Honor Flight are amazing. The seniors to give up their class trip and the others who raised money for honor flight speaks volumes to the character of our young adults.

Trying to play a handy-man genius

VINTON TODAY
April 26, 2010 6:43 pm

 "Playing a genius, when you're not one, is quite a task." I thought of that line today when I heard that one of my friends fixed his kitchen plumbing, using a Barbie Doll.

Vinton Today, Daily and Timely News....

VINTON TODAY
April 26, 2010 8:13 am

Dear Editor, The news of Vinton is carried around the world daily with this quality web-site. The timely information with fine journalism skills helps former residents of Benton County to stay in touch, as well as encourages us to return to visit.

Questions for Donald Trump to consider on his wife’s 40th birthday

VINTON TODAY
April 25, 2010 4:31 pm

  I am not, at all, a fan of Donald Trump. I think the only “Apprentice” show should feature people who can teach Mr. Trump how to run a casino without making it go bankrupt – twice.

Honoring the soldiers who inspired Iowa's quilt makers

VINTON TODAY
April 22, 2010 12:21 pm

  I had never heard of Army Staff Sgt. Daniel Arnold until last Saturday. But when I saw that he died in Iraq on my 40th birthday, I just had to know more.

Senior Class Gift

VINTON TODAY
April 21, 2010 8:54 am

To the Editor What awesome gifts from the VSHS students and the senior class to donate Honor Week money and to give up their senior trip to honor our WWII Veterans.

How Can I Be Smart About Poverty?

VINTON TODAY
April 19, 2010 11:23 am

Poverty has a world-wide grip. We are concerned for those living in poverty in the United States and we wonder, what about poor people in the rest of world? Have you ever stopped to think how poverty is different for those suffering in Third World countries? Maybe it is as simple as understanding that poverty is much more complicated than a lack of money – it may also be due to lack of resources and education.

233,499 ways to fight workplace violence

VINTON TODAY
April 16, 2010 10:25 am

  Danger-Workplace! Enter at your own risk!  "...a very real, clear and present danger lurks just beyond the consciousness of people who work together eight to ten hours a day, five to seven days a week.

Jazz Band Memories

VINTON TODAY
April 15, 2010 8:35 am

Hi, Just wanted to send in a few comments about the Vinton-Shellsburg Jazz Band playing at the Iowa Jazz Championships yesterday. Back in 2000, I was a member of V-S Jazz I.