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Benton County 2023 Unofficial Election Results

Final Unofficial ResultsNotice the results are considered "unofficial" until they have been verified and approved at a later date. Any errors in these are the fault of the typist aka editor.
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Area residents involved in Accident near Jesup

On Thursday, November 02, 2023 at approximately 6:25 pm, Buchanan County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident in the 2200 block Black Hawk-Buchanan Avenue, south of Jesup.
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Appropriateness of questioning Appropriateness is not Appropriate

Following the special Supervisor meeting last Thursday, Supervisor Rick Primmer announced at Tuesday's regular session that the county's insurance suggested that public comments should be limited to three minutes per person, rather than the free-for-all that the supervisors entertained last week.

Benton County Angel Tree now accepting applications

Benton County Angel Tree is now accepting applications for help with Christmas through December 7. If you receive any kind of assistance from the government and live in Benton County your family is eligible.
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City of Vinton Leaf Pickup happening now!

UPDATED:City of Vinton leaf pickup is in full swing! The Street Department will be picking up leaves as long as they are plentiful and weather permits.

Election Day is Tomorrow

The 2023 City/School Election will be held tomorrow,  on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Polling places will be open on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.
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A Morning View of the Courthouse

Adam Geissinger had the same reaction that I had just the night before. A breathtaking view of the courthouse. I am always fascinated by the courthouse alone, but add a gorgeous sky behind it and you just have to stop and appreciate the view.