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Sports
4th Annual Nathan’s Miles Glow Fun Run 5K Saturday, October 12, 2024
We are proud to announce the 4th Annual Nathan’s Miles Glow Fun Run 5K!!! This is a great, affordable family event. Last year there were over 200 participants and Nathan’s Miles Foundation was able to give TWO $2,000 scholarships to two graduating seniors from Vinton-Shellsburg through registrations and generous donations!! There will be a Kids Glow Run at 6:15 pm, and then the 5K begins at 7:00 pm.
Viking Wrestling Club 10/08/2024 | (All Day)
The Viking Wrestling club is designed to help area youth improve their wrestling skills, be part of a team, and build a foundation for future wrestling activities. There will be several optional opportunities throughout the season to attend tournaments and dual meets across Iowa in preparation for AAU and Super Pee Wee District and State competitions.
Heart and Hustle: A Night to Remember at Homecoming Despite the Loss
Arriving on the field to deliver the game ball to the complex on Friday night was the Vinton Shellsburg Cross Country team, led by Homecoming Queen Izzie Birker. Arriving with smiles for those in attendance she could be spotted with her tiara. The Hall of Fame Honorees were also recognized during the evening, with a chance to return to the field and meet up with their former classmates and students. Iowa Healthiest State Initiative stroll around town with VPL October 2, Noon
On October 2nd, the library staff will be participating in the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative. Meet us at the front entrance at noon and join the VPL staff for a 30-minute walk around town. Iowa Healthiest State Initiative said that "the Annual Walk is an opportunity to join thousands of other Iowans statewide in walking for 30 minutes. Girls Williamsburg Swim Results
The girls had a good showing Monday night, coming in 4th of 6 teams at Williamsburg. 10 new season best times were posted - 2 of which came from senior Emily Johnson in her 50 Freestyle and 100 Breaststroke. Emily cut 4 seconds off her previous best Breaststroke time to finish the 100 in 1:38.99. Our highest finish came from Brie Carolan in her 100 Backstroke, coming in 4th in her season's fastest time of 1:12.
Gifts of Hope Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run Challenge October 1-31
The Vinton Public Library is partnering with Virginia Gay Hospital for the 'Gifts of Hope Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run Challenge' encouraging women to schedule their mammograms and efforts to raise funds for Gifts of Hope during the month of October.Early Detection Saves Lives!Click HERE to register! Swim Results Waterloo, West WAHAWK Invitational - 9/14/2024
It was a tough meet, lots of fast swims by all 9 teams in attendance. Our top finish was sophomore Brie Carolan in the 100 Backstroke, clocking a 1:13.61 to get 7th place. It was a good meet for our newer swimmers to get some valuable experience. The team will be swimming again tonight at Williamsburg.
Results from Girls HS Swim meet in Grinnell 9/3
1st girls meet is on the books! We swam at Grinnell last night - final results attached, along woth a photo of Brie Carolan on her way to a 3rd place finish in the 100 Backstroke. Next meet is Sat Sept 14 @ Waterloo.Highlights: --VS Sophomore Brie Carolan had a great 100 Backstroke, especially for her first time out of the gate this season, swimming a 1:14 - only a couple seconds off her fastest last season. 
Special Olympics Unified Mini Golf Tournament
It was a perfect day at the Vinton Skate and Activity Center on August 24th for the Special Olympics Unified Mini Golf Tournament. The event was sponsored by Special Olympics Iowa, Brian Larkin of Keller Williams Legacy Group Realty, Stanley Roofing and Logan Merchant of Beast and Bird BBQ, in cooperation with the Vinton Parks and Recreation Department. Kiwanis 2024 Boomtown 5K Race Results
This year, the 2024 Boomtown 5K Race Male Overall Winner was Doug Lane who came in at 19:31. The Female Overall Winner was Avery Edwards with a time of 20:45. First Place Winners by age groupFemale and Male13 & UnderAvery EdwardsCarl Kiepoen Ages 14-19 winner
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