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FFA State Officers visit Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter

By Gabby PowerThe Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter welcomed  Iowa FFA State Officers Lauren Beyer and Annabelle Newton as well as District Officer Creed Monroe  to a  chapter visit on December 15th, 2023.
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VSCSD Board Recognize Difference Makers

The Vinton-Shellsburg school board held its December meeting Monday night. You can always check the full agenda and supporting documents, including a video recording of the meeting online at the  Vinton-Shellsburg school board webpage.
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Holiday with a Cop brings Christmas to area children

Last Sunday evening, the magic of Christmas was in the air when the Vinton Police Department teamed up with the Benton County Sheriff's Office, Benton County Conservation, Urbana Police Department, and the fantastic staff of Theisen's in Vinton.

Farmers Savings Bank & Trust continues Christmas Tradition

Farmers Savings Bank & Trust held their Annual Christmas Open House earlier this month. With their tree decked out with tags supporting the local Angel Tree program sponsoring area children and Santa making a visit as well as homemade treats for guests, the bank continued to give.
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Kiwanis and Santa treat area children to pizza and gifts

The Vinton Kiwanis outdid themselves again this year! As part of their annual tradition, they invited children from the school district to enjoy lunch at the Vinton Pizza Ranch.

Vinton Public Library Holiday Hours

Friday, December 22, 9:00 a.m. to NoonSaturday, December 23, 9:00 a.m. to NoonMonday, December 25, ClosedFriday, December 29, 9:00 a.m. to NoonSaturday, December 30, 9:00 a.
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Snowy White Owl flies through Benton County

My name is Sifu Stubby Webb. I am a kung fu instructor in Vinton, Iowa. One thing that kung fu and Zen teaches, is everything can be a lesson. And recently a bringer of wisdom flew near me in a lesson I know I will never forget.