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Cornell hires Levis as new vice president, CFO, treasurer

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Cornell College is proud to announce the hire of Rob Levis as the new vice president, chieffinancial officer, and treasurer.Levis comes to Cornell with nearly four decades of experience in finance, leadership, andoperations. Most recently, he has worked with AmeriCorps since 2008, leading budgeting andoperations of the program and residential campus in Vinton, Iowa.

Healthy Kids Iowa Locations

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We believe every child deserves access to healthy food.LINK TO: https://hhs.iowa.gov/healthy-kids-iowaHEALTHY KIDS IOWA LOCATIONSVGH Sponsoring at Benton Community SchoolsJune 26th; July 17th; August 7th – 4-7PM600 1st St, Van Horne, IA 52346Near Gym DoorsHEALTHY KIDS IOWA LOCATIONSVGH Sponsoring at Vinton Shellsburg SchoolsJune 26th; July 17th; August 7th – 4-7PM210 W 21st StBack of School Parking Lot (East side of school)Vinton, IA 52349Healthy Kids IowaBrought to you by Virginia Gay Hospital and Your Local SchoolsNo ID.
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Barn Dance Benefit Saturday, July 26th

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We're opening our BARN—and our HEARTS—to help one of our own. A Barn Dance Benefit will be held for Mitch Kacena on Saturday, July 26th. Doors will be open at 6:00 p.m.On June 1st, our son, Mitch Kacena was involved in a terrible accident while helping a friend take down an old radio tower. The tower unexpectedly collapsed with Mitch harnessed to the top, causing him to fall 56 feet!Miraculously, he survived by landing on his feet and rolling to lessen the impact.

PARTY IN THE PARK SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, JULY 11, 5 PM TO 9 PM AT COURTHOUSE LAWN5 PM - FARMERS SAVINGS BANK & TRUST Community Picnic: Free hots dogs, chips & drinks served from the bank’s parking lot (401 B Ave)6:30 PM - KIDDIE PARADE: Let your imagination be your guide and dress up like you’re living in the 80’s! Decorate your bike, your stroller or your wagon. Kids in 5th grade and under are invited to participate and join the fun! (Line-up is at Farmers Savings Bank & Trust.

Thank You to Simulation in Motion–IA (SIM-IA)

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Virginia Gay Hospital extends a sincere thank you to Simulation in Motion–IA (SIM-IA) for providing valuable, hands-on training to our clinic staff this week. Their team led us through two high-acuity trauma scenarios—realistic situations that could easily arise during these hot summer months.SIM-IA is a unique program designed to deliver high-quality simulated clinical learning directly to communities across Iowa.
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Community Volunteers Serve Up Smiles – Rain or Shine!

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]Despite the rainy weather, the June 26th food box distribution event was a huge success — thanks to our amazing volunteers (VGH Staff, Van Horne Lions Club, Vinton-Shellsburg School and Staff, Benton Community School and Staff) and community support. A total of 307 kids received food boxes, ensuring families had access to nutritious meals and support when it mattered most.

Things to do on the 4th of July

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If you are looking for some fun things to do on the 4th of July, don't forget to take the kids to enjoy the splash pad at Kiwanis Park, or enjoy some play time at Riverside Park, then swing by BL Anderson to check out the new look there! Grab a patriotic book at the library today to enjoy over the weekend!If you prefer a road trip this weekend, here are some activities around the state that you can enjoy over the fourth.

FIREWORKS ORDINANCES AND REPORTING VIOLATIONS

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Due to changes in state law, there are now permitted times and locations for shooting off fireworks within the city limits of Vinton. Residents will not be in violation of the revised fireworks laws (Code of Iowa, Sec. 727.2) if they use their fireworks legally and responsibly during the following times.Permitted Fireworks Times (On Private Property Only) July 3, 2025 9 a.
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Touch a Truck has Tremendous Tuesday Turnout

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The Vinton Public Library knocked it out of the park when hosting the "Touch a Truck" event on Tuesday morning. Children were able to explore everything from a Camaro to a fire truck.Available to visit with the children were able to visit with the Vinton Police Department and the Vinton Fire Department, as well as those in the community who brought their vehicles to be explored by wide eyed children.

Craft Squad for Kids!

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Hey kids! Level up your crafting skills! Stop by the Vinton Public Library any time between 12-4:00 p.m. and make a craft!Tuesday, July 8th: Perler BeadsTuesday, July 15th: Design Your Own GameTuesday, July 22nd: Foil ArtTuesday, July 29th: Suncatcher
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