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Long Term Care

Long-Term Care, that scary phrase no one wants to talk about. I think part of the reason that people are scared of the words Long Term Care is because it is associated with the end or our lives and let’s face it, no one wants to talk about that.

Take the Vinton Bakery survey...please

A person with bakery experience is interested in Vinton as a new location. Would you give them a hand by taking the Vinton bakery survey? Responses are completely anonymous.

4th St. Diner News

Serving Buffet from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, Sunday thru Friday. Everyone is WELCOME! Suggested contribution for individuals 60 years old or older, and their accompanying spouse (regardless of age) is $3.
Article Thumbnail. 1st customer: Cale Butts made the very first purchase at Shopko today, from clerk Lori Polesky.

Shopko opens in Vinton

Young Cale Butts made a bit of Vinton retail history this morning when shortly after 9 a.m. he became the first person to ever make a purchase at the new Shopko Hometown Vinton store.

Community Development Internship Opportunity

Vinton Unlimited is looking for a summer intern to help with community event planning, marketing, social media and office management. Must be a good communicator in both written and verbal communications.

Upcoming Benton County Action Academy

We missed YOU at our Action Academy Kickoff; but don’t worry, there is still time to participate! Benton Development Group, Vinton Unlimited and Belle Plaine Community Development hosted a kickoff with the Small Business Development Center to familiarize Benton County small businesses with the Action Academy.
Article Thumbnail. Shopko employees have been busy stocking the shelves with the opening just days away.

Shopko doors to open March 13; Grand Opening set for March 25

Construction crews are putting their final touches on the project as the Vinton Alco becomes the Vinton Shopko Hometown. Store officials plan to open on Sunday, March 13, in what they call a "soft opening," which means the store will be open for business but not actively advertising.