Trump pledges overhaul of school fitness tests

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
August 6, 2025 11:47 am

By Shauneed Miranda President Donald Trump is bringing back a physical fitness test to public schools after over a decade, but details of the new test, including timing and implementation, remain to be seen.

Lil Racer Car Club at Benton County Speedway activities for Sunday August 3rd

LIL RACER CAR CLUB
August 1, 2025 11:40 am

The Lil Racer Car Club at Benton County Speedway " The Bullring" looks forward to getting back to the track for an exciting night of racing action this Sunday night! We are happy to welcome driver Kyle Olson of Cedar Rapids to the Car Port this Sunday night with his two hot rods! Kyle will be there with his stick car AND sport mod, greeting his fans and handing out treats to the kids.

Small-Town Dedication, with State-Level Success: VAC's Remarkable Swim Legacy

VINTON AQUATIC CLUB
July 24, 2025 6:46 pm

Group photo: Mason City Regional Swim MeetBottom Row:       Anderson Purdy, Ivan Fleege, Hannah Gingrich, ainsley Miller, Addison Taylor, Gage Torres, Laiken Ohde, Morgan Flores, Raelynn Harrison,  Lilly Wilson, Callum Ohde,  Dave Happel- Head Coach, Asst Coach Whitney Bohen.

Record Turnout at Dysart's Car, Truck & Bike Show

DYSART CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
July 23, 2025 7:54 am

Dysart’s 23rd annual Car, Truck & Bike Show brought Main Street to life this past Friday, with a record number of entries and visitors. The annual event brought out crowds from across the region to admire a dazzling variety of vehicles and enjoy an evening of classic cars, unique bikes, and community fun.

Goodno Goes From 10th At Benton County

SPEED SPORT
July 7, 2025 12:18 pm

By Bill Wright, Speed SportRiley Goodno became the fifth different leader late in the going and captured his second career feature win with the Mohrfeld Solar Sprint Invaders Sunday night at the Benton County Speedway.

PARTY IN PINK 5K/10K — JOIN THE PARTY 2025!

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
June 24, 2025 10:48 am

T-shirt guarantee deadline is June 27th!📅 Friday, July 11 | ðŸ•– 7:15 PM | ðŸ“Vinton, IA (NEW route & venue!)Let’s lace up, light up the night, and support breast cancer awareness together! ðŸ’—Link: https://runsignup.

Herky at the Benton County Speedway on Sunday

LIL RACER CAR CLUB
June 13, 2025 11:21 am

If you are a Herky fan, come on out to the Benton County Speedway this Sunday!  Herky will be on site from 4-6:00 p.m.!  

Fishing Report from the Iowa DNR

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
June 11, 2025 12:20 pm

Iowa River (Columbus Junction to Mississippi River)Recent rains are forecast to keep the river levels stable until middle of next week before falling again.

Iowa Cubs Announce Date for 2025 Sensory-Friendly Game at the Ballpark

VINTON TODAY
May 29, 2025 10:34 pm

The Iowa Cubs are proud to partner with presenting sponsors Autism Society of Iowa and ChildServe to host the second annual Sensory-Friendly Game at the Ballpark on Sunday, June 29.

Sport event to benefit University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

VINTON TODAY
May 28, 2025 4:53 pm

Cooper DeJean Adds Big Names to Charity Softball Game at Principal Park and Returns to Kinnick for 2nd Annual Youth Football CampDES MOINES, Iowa (May 28, 2025) - Former Iowa Hawkeye, Odebolt, Iowa native, and Current Philadelphia Eagles CB Cooper DeJean is bringing two major events to his home state this summer - both aimed at giving back and connecting with the community.