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If you've seen Greg Walston on the street lately, you've probably noticed a grill alongside him. No, he's not a street vendor, but he's part of the local Benton County Extension office that is promoting several of the area programs in the community.Last week as part of the 4-H week, the Extension hosted a brat and burger lunch at their office as part of the events of the week and then again last night it found him at the gardens on Third and 3rd.

This week and every week, parents should have conversations with their teens about the important rules they need to follow to stay safe behind the wheel. These rules address the greatest dangers for teen drivers: alcohol, inconsistent or no seat belt use, distracted and drowsy driving, speeding, and number of passengers.

The city council set burning day for the last Thursday, Friday and Saturday in October 24,25,26. Open burning of leaves and yard debris will be allowed in the city. A second time will be on November 7,8,9.A reminder also that following garbage collection, garbage cans are to be returned to the property, next to the home within 24 hours of pick up.

Back in June of this year, the city council passed and approved a resolution for a request of qualifications for the possible construction of an emergency services facility. The facility would house the three emergency services in one location, the Vinton Fire Department, the Vinton Police Department, and the North Benton County Ambulance.