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Article Thumbnail. Austin Noe and Cole Birker helped demonstrate how to stay safe around farm equipment.

"Safety is my Superpower"

By: Co-Reporter, Izzie Birker  “For my first Ag Safety Day, I had a good time helping the kids learn about safety. I thought seeing all of the kids try new things was really cool to see,” Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Member Dallas Fairbanks said.

Plans underway to celebrate the Country's 250th

By  Robin OpsahlAs the country approaches the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, federal organizers are asking Iowa and other states to start preparing for celebrations of American history.
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Veterans Park Rededication

On Friday, after months of hard work to prepare Veteran's Park to reopen, it was ready for its dedication. Area veterans gathered for the ceremony along with area residents and city officials.

Election Information: Benton County School Districts

The 2023 City/School Election will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Polling places will be open on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Information about voter registration is at the bottom of this column)The following candidates and public measures are included on the November ballot for Benton County.

Election Information: Community College

The 2023 City/School Election will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Polling places will be open on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Information about voter registration is at the bottom of this column)The following candidates are included on the November ballot for the districts listed in Benton County.