Nomination Petition Signing Day

BENTON COUNTY REPUBLICANS
January 19, 2026 11:58 am

As many of you know, candidates are required to submit nomination petitions with a specific number of signatures in order to appear on the ballot. In an effort to help our local and statewide candidates obtain these signatures, we are hosting a nomination petition signing event this Saturday, January 24th, at Brickside Brew and Chew in Vinton from 9-10 a.

Teen Book Bedazzle Event - January 29

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
January 17, 2026 2:10 pm

Join us at the Vinton Iowa Public Library (510 2nd Ave.) for a Book Bedazzling Event at the Vinton Public LIbrary on Thursday, January 29 at 6:00 p.m.Teens in 9th - 125h grade are invited to bring their own book from home to bedazzle.

Vinton First Baptist Church this Sunday...

VINTON FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
January 16, 2026 10:35 am

This Sunday, let’s gather in His word, share in fellowship and be refreshed by His grace.Sunday School - 9:00 AMCoffee & Fellowship - 10:00 AMWorship Service - 10:30 AMPastor Pete’s message comes from Matthew 2:13-23, titled “God Protects His Own”Come and see what God is doing.

CP CHOCOLATE FEST FEBRUARY 8: FREE COMFORT, KINDNESS, COMMUNITY + CHOCOLATE

CENTER POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
January 13, 2026 6:07 pm

This is the third year for the Center Point Historical Society free chocolate festival at the Depot Museum. And it feels like a little chocolate comfort and kind community gathering is just what we need.

Paints and Pollinators Art Class Saturday, January 31

VINTON GUILD OF FINE ARTS
January 13, 2026 6:07 pm

Join us as we paint our own flowerpot with the Vinton Guild of Fine Arts. All materials provided. Participants will also receive their own butterfly-friendly milkweed seeds to plant.

Join us for a Sandhill Crane & Prairie Chicken Bus Tour March 26-28 to Nebraska

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
January 12, 2026 6:13 pm

Sandhill Crane & Prairie Chicken Bus TourMarch 26th-28th, 2026 to North Platte, NebraskaEach spring, more than 500,000 sandhill cranes gather in the Platte River valley during their northward migration.

Virginia Gay Hospital requests your presence at their blood drive

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
January 12, 2026 6:13 pm

Join us this month in donating blood at the January 23, 2026 blood drive!   From 11:45 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. a clinic will be set up at Virginia Gay Hospital in the Conference Room.

Learn about Avian Adventures on March 11

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
January 11, 2026 1:26 pm

Avian AdventuresMarch 11th, 3:30pm at Hannen Lake Park - Park Shop; Geared for PreK - 12th GradeUncover the secrets of bird nests, feathers, feeding habits, migration patterns, and even their catchy tunes in this exciting program! Young explorers will use writing and creative skills to learn more about Iowa's avian friends.

Vinton First Baptist Church Welcomes you to join us this Sunday!

VINTON FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
January 9, 2026 12:09 pm

Join us this Sunday as we gather around God’s Word, enjoy meaningful fellowship, and find renewed hope in His presence.Sunday School - 9:00 AMCoffee & Fellowship - 10:00 AMWorship Service - 10:30 AMPastor Pete will bring a message from Luke 2:25-38 with a message titled “Unexpected Blessings” May our hearts be unburdened and open, ready to receive every good gift He so graciously gives.

Walston Retirement Celebration January 22

VINTON TODAY
January 9, 2026 4:18 am

Greg Walson, has served with the Benton County Extension and Outreach as the County Director will be celebrated at a Retirement Celebration. On Thursday, January 22, (Snow date January 29th) from 4-6:00 p.