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Today Navigator CO2 Ventures announced the cancellation of their proposed Heartland Greenway Project that was set to span across the Midwest. The project would have connected ethanol plants across several states and transported CO2 to underground sequestration sites, meeting goals for a low carbon future and boosting agriculture markets. In response to this announcement, Iowa Renewable Fuels Association Executive Director Monte Shaw made the following statement: “IRFA support CCS projects as the best way to align ethanol production with the increasing demand for low carbon fuels both at home and abroad.

As a special thank you to the Virginia Gay Nursing and Rehab unit here in Vinton, Opal and Hazel's Woodfired Pizza stopped on Friday. The business delivered supper to the staff as a way of thanking the facility for the care given to Scott's dad, Jim Merchant. Jim passed away last May, and the family wanted to do something special to show their appreciation for all who helped Jim and his family during their time of loss.

A retirement and open house event will be held to honor Chuck Juhl. After 45 years at Benton County Title Company Chuck will be honored for his 45 years of service. The community is invited to stop by and wish him the best! The Open House will be held on Thursday, October 5th from 3:00-5:30 P.M

In less than 24 hours, a second announcement was made via a simple Facebook post, that the Old Hospital Pub announced has closed its doors. On Sunday a post went out that said, "We regret to announce today that the Pub is permanently closed. We've appreciated your support these last 2 years!The Pub will still be available to rent for private party space until further notice.

After five months of various struggles from the beginning, Chilangos Restaurant owner has decided to close the doors to the business. Michael Gonzales said that he wanted to thank the community for their support, and that he said that he has enjoyed his time here. He said that the community has been wonderful to work in and he has appreciated all of the support.

On Tuesday, David and Mary Paustian along with their son Garrett, coordinated their days off to work together in bottling wine.  The wine that they are bottling will be there for you to enjoy...next year. The 160-gallon tank full of "Slinky" wine, a Moscato which Mary explained is the sweetest of all their wines, will fill about 800 bottles and take approximately six steady hours of work for the three to complete.

4th Street Diner HACAP North Benton Center 202 East Fourth Street Vinton, IA 52349 319-472-4761 Everyone is WELCOME! On-Site, Carryout and Home Delivered meals are available! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED We have a limited number of seats available each day. To ensure you have a seat and a meal, please call for reservations before 10:00 am the day you wish to eat with us.

Safety tips for grain handling equipmentHarvest season can be hectic, but it is well worth taking the time to consider safety when operating grain handling equipment. Hazards abound when handling grain, such as equipment entanglement, grain entrapment and engulfment and dust explosions, among others.Agricultural confined-space related cases of injuries and fatalities saw a dramatic rise in 2022, including grain entrapment cases that rose nearly 45%, based on Purdue University’s annual report.

Every harvest season I hold my breath. Not because of the dust or the thousands of Asian beetles that make their way into the house, but in apprehension. This Saturday the extension office is holding a Farm Safety day at the fairgrounds and the always demonstrate how they rescue someone who gets stuck in a grain bin. In the picture, you can see what happens on the inside of a grain bin when emptying the bins.