Iowa State Fair Sew-In Seeks Donations, Volunteers

VINTON TODAY
June 30, 2011 3:42 pm

  The Iowa State Fair Fabric and Threads Department is seeking fabric donations and volunteers for the third annual State Fair Sew-In. The free program offers Fairgoers a chance to try their hand at simple sewing and quilting while providing warm blankets to local children in need.

July 1 Marks Deadline for State Fair Competitions, Parade Entries

VINTON TODAY
June 29, 2011 5:41 pm

  Friday is the deadline to enter the Iowa State Fair parade and many of the Fair's competitive events - late applications will be accepted with an additional late fee.

New Print At Home Option Adds Convenience to buy State Fair Tickets

VINTON TODAY
June 29, 2011 5:41 pm

  Save up to 30% off Iowa State Fair gate admission with advance admission tickets, on sale now through August 10. The 2011 Fair is August 11-21.

Palace in the Park takes place July 8 with 'Mall Cop' on outdoor screen

DUANE RANDALL, VINTON PARKS & RECREATION
June 28, 2011 4:36 pm

  Palace in the Park will be held Friday, July 8, at Riverside Park.  There will be games and activities for the whole family before the movie starts and it is all FREE.

VGH & Benton County Breast Cancer Survivor Group Golf Tourney & 5K Run

VINTON TODAY
June 25, 2011 9:43 am

  Virginia Gay Hospital and the Benton County Breast Cancer Survivor Group golf tournament will take place on August 5th with a 5k Run/Walk on August 6th.

"Bring The Noise" helps to kick off Vinton's Boomtown

VINTON TODAY
June 24, 2011 12:23 pm

This year the Vinton Noon Kiwanis Group will be having a 5K walk/run to start off Boomfest, August 27th.  “Bring the Noise” 5K will take a similar route to the Party in the Park walk/run.

'Cross-Link' to meet Tuesday evenings

VINTON TODAY
June 24, 2011 12:08 pm

Cross-Link is a local community group that combines a discussion forum with interactive conversation over real-life issues.  If you've ever wondered, "Does God exist, where did he come from and what is he like?" or, "Isn't the Bible irrelevant, outdated or invalid because of contradictions", Cross-Link is for you.

Benefit Auction to preserve the Spencer Grove Church

VINTON TODAY
June 24, 2011 8:48 am

On Saturday June 25, 10:30 AM, at the Spencer Grove Church, 4 Miles West of Walker, Iowa, there will be a Benefit Auction to Help Preserve this Historical Landmark.

VGH/Benton County Breast Cancer Survivor Group Golf Tournament & 5k Run/Walk

VINTON TODAY
June 23, 2011 6:04 pm

Virginia Gay Hospital and the Benton County Breast Cancer Survivor Group golf tournament will take place on August 5th with a 5k Run/Walk on August 6th.

Birthday open house for Jo Erickson

VINTON TODAY
June 20, 2011 9:06 pm

There will be an open house for Jo Erickson’s 90th birthday, Sunday, June 26th from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at 2003 S. 1stAve. Vinton.