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Ellsworth Community College announces 2025 Dean’s List
One hundred thirty-three students were named to the Spring 2025 (January to May) Dean’s List at Ellsworth Community College. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must have earned a m...
Back in Time: Vinton Post Office Burglarized (in 1894)
Editor's Note: This is a feature of the Benton County Historical Society. If you have something you'd like an answer to about our history, leave a comment below and we'll see what we can find out! Are...
Mount Mercy University congratulates June 2025 graduates
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 d...
Happy Birthday Ronald Bland!
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 Aven... Schrock named to Drake University Deans' List
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 ha...
Back in time: Where was Benton City?
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 Histo... Area students named to the President's List at Iowa State University
The following students were named to the President's List at Iowa State University. Students achieving this prestigious designation have maintained a 4.0 GPA for two consecutive semesters. ...
Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade Entry Applications Available
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.iowa.gov.All veterans and ...
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Wartburg Graduates Local Residents
Wartburg College awarded diplomas to 318 students during Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 24. Local students recognized include:-Xander Bradley, Traer, Bachelor of Arts in business administration-...