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New Leaders Chosen for V-S FFA
By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn April 17th, 2026, The Vinton-Shellsburg FFA chapter hosted their annual April Meeting alongside Officer Elections. Prior to the meeting vote, the officer candidates filled... Big Boy to stop in Belle Plaine on Monday, June 1
The Union Pacific will be bringing Big Boy No. 4014 through Benton County as part of America’s 250th birthday celebration. The world’s largest operating steam locomotive will pass through on its c... Vinton Community Foundation Distributes $51,575.13 to Local Organizations
The Vinton Community Foundation Board of Directors has announced the distribution of $51,575.13 in grants to the following non-profit organizations serving the City of Vinton.Local Option Sales Tax Fu...
Volunteer Kristie Davis Honored for 16 Years Leading Community Blood Drive
When longtime community blood drive leader Erlene McKenna passed away in 2010, there was an immediate need for someone to step forward and continue the important work. Newly retired Vinton-Shellsburg ... Rhubarb Search
It is almost that time of year again when rhubarb will be ready to harvest, and we’re reaching out for donations!This year, we are collecting fresh rhubarb for both the Vinton and Belle Plaine meal ...
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The Center-Point Urbana FFA Chapter had a phenomenal turnout at the Iowa State FFA Convention this past week. With incredible participation in LDEs, CDEs, and the state choir, the chapter's presence w... Mid-Iowa Youth Beef Team Roundup
Photo Caption: Mid-Iowa Youth Beef Team members Rhianna Murty, Jill Hanson, and Shelby Johnston celebrate earning individual Iowa Cattlemen's Foundation Iowa Youth Beef Team $2,000 Scholars... Make Plans Now to attend Party in the Park, July 16-18, 2026
Plans are already in the works for this year's Party in the Park weekend here in Vinton! This year the event will be held over three days - Thursday, July 16, through Saturday, July 18, 2026. The... V-S FFA Members Shine at State Convention
By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinApril 19th to 21st, 2026, The Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter proudly attended the State Leadership conference. A total of 35 members were given the opportunity to attend leade...