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Part 1: Meeting the Lillibridges
In October of 2025, local farmer Lance Lillibridge shared a post that got the attention of many. It started with the words, "I am a pissed off farmer - like most in the U.S." The full text will be at ... Seen around town: Pelicans
This flock of pelicans created a beautiful photo opportunity when they landed at Dudgeon Lake, north of Vinton. Russell Lindberg captured this photo of the birds over the weekend.thanks for shari...
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Making Room for the Next Generation
Will McKenna, son of Nichole and John, shared a speech he gave as part of a FFA Public Speaking project. As required, it addressed several agricultural topics entitled, "Making Room for the Next Gener... Statewide Hands-Free Traffic Enforcement Results
For Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) partnered with the Central Iowa Traffic Safety Task Force (CITSTF), and law enforcement agencies across the state ...
A new gold rush: States stockpile bars, encourage gold-backed debit cards
By Kevin HardyMore states are piling up gold bars, or encouraging residents to use gold-backed debit cards, to hedge against inflation.Several states, including Western ones with rich mining histories...
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Serving for Success: FFA Members Raise $14,665 in Volunteer Auction
By: Co-Reporter, Abby McKennaOn March 31, 2026, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter hosted its annual Volunteer Auction, bringing together students and community members for one of the chapter’s bigge... BCHPC Announces K–12 Art Contest Honoring the Nation's Birthday
The Benton County Historic Preservation Commission is pleased to announce the launch of its 2026 K–12 Art Contest, inviting students across Benton County to celebrate the nation’s birthday th...
Keep an Eye on the Sky
Be sure to pay attention to the weather from lunchtime until bedtime tonight. Watch for alerts that are sent and take them seriously. There is an enhanced risk (level 3 of 5) for severe storms th...
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Foster Care Training Reform Bill signed by Governor Reynolds
Today, Governor Kim Reynolds signed state legislation and a joint proclamation with the federal Administration of Children and Families (ACF) which ai...
Iowans Asked to Comment on Iowa's Application to Byrne Justice Assistance Grant
The Iowa Department of Public Safety, Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP) seeks public comment on the State of Iowa’s application to the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance for...
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