🎀 PARTY IN PINK 5K/10K — BRAVE, STRONG, BEAUTIFUL 2026! 🎀

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
June 16, 2026 11:54 am

When: Friday, July 17, 2026, at 7:15 PM Where: East Side of the Courthouse, Downtown Vinton, IACome run (or walk) to support Breast Cancer Awareness and the Gifts of Hope fund through the Virginia Gay Hospital Health Care Foundation.

🏃‍♂️Kick Off the 4th of July with the 40th Annual Firecracker 5K Fun Run/Walk🏃

CLUB DYSART
June 15, 2026 5:45 pm

Start your Independence Day celebration on the right foot by joining us for the 40th Annual Club Dysart Firecracker 5K Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, July 4, 2026!Whether you're chasing a personal best, competing with family and friends, or simply enjoying a morning walk through our wonderful community, the Firecracker 5K is a fun tradition for all ages.

Party in Pink 5K/10K Returns to Vinton to Support Local Breast Health Services

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
June 11, 2026 8:49 pm

The Virginia Gay Hospital Health Care Foundation invites the community to lace up their running shoes and join the 2026 Party in Pink 5K/10K – Brave, Strong, Beautiful on Friday, July 17, 2026, in downtown Vinton.

Gov. Reynolds signs Executive Order 19 establishing Office of Outdoor Recreation

IOWA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
June 8, 2026 1:40 pm

 Governor Kim Reynolds today issued an executive order establishing the Iowa Office of Outdoor Recreation during a press conference at Lake Ahquabi State Park near Indianola.

Canned Food Drive at the Speedway

LIL RACER CAR CLUB
May 20, 2026 12:38 pm

Coming this Sunday to the Benton County Speedway, sponsored by the Lil Racer Car Club, we ask everyone to bring canned food items to our booth and g

14th Annual Party in Pink - Brave, Strong, Beautiful Thursday, July 16

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
May 7, 2026 11:51 am

Party in the Park will return to Vinton from Thursday, July 16 and run through Saturday, July 18. Speaking of running, the 14th Annual Party in Pink 5K will be on Friday night.

Pierce Ties Clanton With 48th World of Outlaws Win at Independence

WORLD OF OUTLAWS LATE MODEL SERIES
May 1, 2026 11:00 am

Bobby Pierce’s meteoric rise through the record books reached another major milestone on Tuesday night.The two-time champion of the World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision won for the sixth time in 2026 and the second time at Independence Motor Speedway.

Vinton Lions Club 2nd Annual "Battle for the Paddle," May 9

VINTON LIONS CLUB
April 18, 2026 4:35 pm

Vinton Lions Club Foundation Second Annual “Battle for the Paddle” Pickleball Tournament — May 9 with Expanded Family-Friendly Events and Music! T-Shirt Deadline — April 24th!The date is quickly approaching for a full day of fun, competition, and community spirit as the Vinton Lions Club Foundation (VLCF) hosts the Second Annual “Battle for the Paddle” Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, May 9, beginning at 8:00 a.

Vinton Lions Club Foundation 2nd Annual "Battle for the Paddle" Tournament May 9

VINTON LIONS CLUB
April 16, 2026 1:45 am

Vinton Lions Club Foundation Second Annual “Battle for the Paddle” Pickleball Tournament — May 9 with Expanded Family-Friendly Events and Music! T-Shirt Deadline — April 24th!The date is quickly approaching for a full day of fun, competition, and community spirit as the Vinton Lions Club Foundation (VLCF) host the Second Annual “Battle for the Paddle” Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, May 9, beginning at 8:00 a.

Fisher Places First at the Boone Speedway

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 13, 2026 9:13 pm

To those in Vinton, we know there's a lot of talent when it comes to dirt racing. Vinton is the home to IMCA which is a large national organization that in the case of the Fisher family, they race under.