Mount Mercy University congratulates June 2025 graduates

MOUNT MERCY UNIVERSITY
July 13, 2025 12:05 pm

 The following students graduated from Mount Mercy in June.  Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Mount Mercy University is the regional Catholic, Mercy University that promises students of diverse backgrounds, ages and faiths a challenging, practical education that inspires them to discover knowledge, build community and live their values.

Happy Birthday Ronald Bland!

VINTON TODAY
July 13, 2025 12:05 pm

Ron turned 80 on December 31, but we wanted to wait for warmer weather to better celebrate with friends and family.  Join us for an Open House on  Sunday, July 27th, 2:00 pm — 5:00 pm6409 29th  Avenue, Shellsburg, IA 52233Your presence is gift enough.

Schrock named to Drake University Deans' List

DRAKE UNIVERSITY
July 10, 2025 2:01 pm

The following local student from Urbana has been named to the Dean's List at Drake University.Micheala Schrock, Arts & Sciences, Dean’s ListTo be eligible for the Deans’ List, students must have earned a GPA of 3.

Back in time: Where was Benton City?

BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
July 9, 2025 12:45 pm

If you're a Vinton native you've probably heard of Benton City. You probably have no idea where it was or what was in it, but you've heard about it. The following is from the local Benton County Historical Society.

Area students named to the President's List at Iowa State University

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
July 9, 2025 12:44 pm

The following students were named to the President's List at Iowa State University. Students achieving this prestigious designation have maintained a 4.

Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade Entry Applications Available

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
July 9, 2025 12:43 pm

Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) has posted entry applications for the Aug. 11th Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade on the departmental website at dva.

What We're Reading: Blonde Dust

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
July 8, 2025 1:17 pm

Brand new to our library collection is Tatiana de Rosnay's latest novel, 'Blonde Dust.' It tells the story of Pauline, a single mother working as a maid at the iconic Mapes Hotel in Reno, Nevada.

Wartburg Graduates Local Residents

WARTBURG COLLEGE
July 8, 2025 1:17 pm

Wartburg College awarded diplomas to 318 students during Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 24. Local students recognized include:-Xander Bradley, T

What We're Reading: Anything Elizabeth Strout

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
July 7, 2025 11:46 am

If you love Anne Tyler, don’t sleep on Elizabeth Strout. I'm currently making my way through Strout’s 'Amgash' series, and she’s giving Tyler a run for her money—gently exposing the underbelly of ordinary life in small-town America with stunning emotional clarity.

Mount Mercy University students named to Spring 2025 Dean's List

MOUNT MERCY UNIVERSITY
July 7, 2025 11:45 am

The following students were named to Mount Mercy University's Spring 2025 Dean's List.  Students with a semester grade point average of 3.60 or better and who are graded for six or more semester hours are eligible for inclusion on the Dean's List.