Walton accepted to West Bend-Polestar program; to become Wilson-Hite agent

VINTON TODAY
February 23, 2016 12:42 pm

It is with great excitement that Wilson-Hite Insurance announces that Tressa Walton has been accepted into the West Bend-Polestar Program.  She is one of 25 in the Midwest accepted into this year’s five month program.

IMCA honors Kathy Root for many achievements

BILL MARTIN, IMCA
February 18, 2016 7:54 pm

The automotive racing world recognized one of its most accomplished members. Kathy Root, retired owner and president of IMCA and now chair of the sanctioning body’s executive committee received an achievement award, citing her dedication to short track auto racing, during the Racing Promotion Monthly workshops in Daytona Beach, Fla.

Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association Annual Meeting & Conference

BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION
February 18, 2016 11:30 am

Area hay and forage producers are invited to attend the 33rd Annual Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association (EIHPA) Annual Meeting and Conference on Friday, March 11, 2016 at Buzzy’s in Welton.

WANTED: Businesses to take part in the Vinton Community Job Fair

MELISSA SCHWAN, DIRECTOR, VU
February 17, 2016 11:07 am

Tuesday, March 22 from 4-7pm at the Vinton Skate & Activity Center This event offers an excellent opportunity for businesses to enhance their reputation among the Vinton-area residents.

Stein, earns the Qualifying and Life Member of the Million Dollar Round Table

CAROL KERNER
February 15, 2016 12:58 pm

As part of his ongoing commitment to providing valued service to Farm Bureau Financial Services customers, Farm Bureau agent Randy Stein, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF has recently been recognized as a Qualifying and Life Member of the Million Dollar Round Table.

Shopko countdown begins; signs appear at site

VINTON TODAY
February 12, 2016 5:03 pm

The Shopko Countdown is officialy under way; a sign in the building that once housed the Vinton Alco store announed today that the store with a new name and Shopko's green color theme will open in 30 days.

Council to vote on Shopko 'Class C' liquor license; employment ads continue

VINTON TODAY
February 11, 2016 12:07 pm

The Vinton City Council will vote tonight on approving a Class C liquor license with Sunday sales for Shopko, as the opening of the store in the former Alco building nears.

Dream Big, Grow Here: Vote for Benton County's Cricket Farmer

EMILY UPAH, BDG
February 5, 2016 12:34 pm

When starting or growing your business, one thing is for sure: capital is a necessity to make your dreams come true.  The Dream Big, Grow Here program is sponsored by the University of Northern Iowa’s Center for Innovation and Growth in an effort to help emerging entrepreneurs in Eastern Iowa.

Laborshed Analysis: BDG launches new tool for businesses and job seekers

EMILY UPAH, BDG
February 3, 2016 6:33 pm

Benton Development Group is constantly looking for new ways to serve as a resource to our local businesses and communities.  With the recent release of the Benton County Laborshed Analysis and the ever tightening labor pool, we have decided to make a change to our website.

John's Qwik Stop to include food franchise when it reopens in new building

VINTON TODAY
January 28, 2016 2:11 pm

Work continues on the new John's Qwik Stop building and John Ketchen is finalizing negotiations with a couple of franchises that will operate a small food service operation in the new gas station when it opens.