Day of the Dead: Local restaurant invites residents to learn more about colorful celebration

VINTON TODAY
November 2, 2016 12:00 am

Area families are invited to memorialize their loved ones at the Dia de Los Muertos altar at La Reyna in Vinton this week. Every parent who had to wake up a child after a long night of trick-or-treating knows just how big a deal Halloween is to American families.

0% Holiday Loan Program returns to Vinton for Christmas shopping season

VINTON TODAY
November 1, 2016 12:00 am

By Melissa Schwan, Vinton Unlimited To continue our efforts to promote shopping in Vinton, we are again offering the 0% Holiday Loan Program. This program allows shoppers to borrow money from a Vinton bank at 0% interest for up to 6 months to make purchases at participating businesses.

Meeting on long-term care insurance set for Wednesday morning

VINTON TODAY
November 1, 2016 12:00 am

The public is invited to a free Long Term Care Workshop at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday morning at the US Bank Building. Lisa Staab from Winsor Manor will speak; Wilson-Hite Insurance representatives have invited Cal Chapman ofHarlan, Iowa, who deals with several different companies on a variety of long-term care insurance options.

Local businesses help public service causes

VINTON TODAY
October 31, 2016 12:00 am

Lutheran Home activities director Sarah Smith, residents June Salenro, and Marvin Witt, and Chef Justin Ealy presented K-9 Ben Parmater the check after the final drive-thru of the season.

Health Insurance- What you need to know-

VINTON TODAY
October 27, 2016 12:00 am

By Tressa Walton If you are like many Americans, you are probably wondering what is next for health insurance. It's a scary time as the Affordable Care Act becomes anything but affordable for families.

Ways to Avoid Ransomware Attacks

VINTON TODAY
October 26, 2016 12:00 am

Ransomware is a form of malware used by cyber criminals to freeze your computer or mobile device, steal your data and demand a "ransom""” typically anywhere from a couple of hundreds to thousands of dollars be paid.

2016 Vinton Unlimited ornaments now available

VINTON TODAY
October 20, 2016 12:00 am

By Melissa Schwan, Vinton Unlimited Not that we are rushing the upcoming holidays but for the planners out there - 2016 Vinton Christmas Ornaments are now available! This year's ornament features the Cedar River Bridge.

Tips for Protecting Yourself Online

VINTON TODAY
October 19, 2016 12:00 am

Though the internet has many advantages, it can also make users vulnerable to fraud, identity theft and other scams. According to Symantec, 12 adults become a victim of cybercrime every second.

Protecting the Elderly From Financial Abuse

VINTON TODAY
October 19, 2016 12:00 am

You, or someone you know, could become the victim of a growing crime in America "” financial abuse of older Americans. Seniors are increasingly becoming targets for financial abuse.

'Pink at the Pump:' New Century Fast Stop station supporting National Breast Cancer Foundation

VINTON TODAY
October 13, 2016 12:00 am

The New Century Fast Stop convenience store is one of 28 Iowa locations participating in the "Pink at the Pump" campaign. The company will donate 3 cents per gallon of all of its sales of E-15 ethanol to the National Breast Cancer Foundation,which focuses on providing help and inspiring hope to thoseaffected by breast cancer through early detection, education and support services.