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Man Who Downloaded Child Porn After Conviction Pleads Guilty

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Was residing in a state residential facility and used an employee’sphone to view and download child pornography A man who received child pornography over the internet while in a residential facility for a prior child pornography charge pled guilty today in federal court in Cedar Rapids.             Brady David Salow, age 27, from Vinton, Iowa, was convicted of one count of receiving child pornography.

Bike Rodeo Tuesday April 30, 5-6:00 p.m.

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The Bike Safety Rodeo will be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 5:00 PM  6:00 PMGet your bike checked out by the Vinton Police Department and ride a challenging course! Complete the course for a special prize! The event is held at the Recreation Center. Fee: free!
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Molina Healthcare Notices sent in error

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VGH is aware of notices being sent from Molina Healthcare to patients that their PCP is being changed. Please note the letter is an error! No PCP changes are occurring. VGH is working with Molina to remedy the action.

Forgotten Communities of Benton County - April 29

A presentation entitled, "Forgotten Communities of Benton County" will be shared with the community by Iowa’s leading ghost town researcher Dave Baker from, "The 29th State." Join us on this fascinating journey through the past of Benton County. Come learn about the places which have disappeared from our map during this fun and interactive program.

2024 BENTON COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE—SAVE THE DATE

Sunday, June 2nd, 2024—SAVE THE DATE!! That is the date for the Benton Conty Relay For Life beginning at 6:00 PM at the Benton Community MS/HS track in Van Horne. Everyone of us has been touched by cancer in some way. Friends, relatives, caregivers, survivors – we all use our special passion to help the American Cancer Society save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer.
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Win T-Bone Steaks During May Beef Month

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Each Tuesday in May, Vinton Fareway & Roy’s Hometown Grocery shoppers have a chance to win a pack of T-bone steaks, courtesy of Benton County Farm Bureau.Customers can enter the “T-Bone Tuesday” drawing at the meat counter—no purchase necessary. One winner will be contacted each week to claim the prize.“This promo is a fun way for us to say, ‘thank you’,” says Michael Hopper, Benton County Farm Bureau president.

Help Reduce Overdose Risks: Dispose of old medications this Saturday, 10-2 pm

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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, April 27, and the Iowa Department of Public Safety’s Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP) encourages Iowans to clean out their medicine cabinets and safely dispose of unused and unneeded medications. Local law enforcement agencies and pharmacies are teaming up to collect leftover prescription and over-the-counter drugs for this special one-day event held each spring and fall.

Thank You, Volunteers!

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It's National Volunteer Week this week, April 21 - 27. On April 26 and 27 you are welcome to stop at any of the following Benton County Libraries!Benton County Libraries and Benton County Volunteer Center have teamed up to celebrate volunteers. On Friday, April 26, no matter who you volunteer for, stop by one of the host libraries for a cup of coffee (or water) and a cookie.
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Primary Election Information for Benton County

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Primary Election What is the Primary Election? The Primary Election is held for the members of political parties to nominate candidates for the General Election. Party Affiliation The biggest difference between the Primary Election and all other elections is that a voter’s party affiliation matters. Only voters who are registered with the Democratic, Libertarian or Republican parties are allowed to vote in the Primary Election.

Prom Grand March, Saturday, April 20 6:30 p.m. doors open

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Please join us at the Prom Grand March on Saturday, April 20th beginning at 7:00 pm in the High School Auditorium.  Doors open at 6:30.  We hope to see you there!
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