If you are interested in running for a seat in city government, the deadline to file papers to run in the election this November is this Thursday, September 21, at 5:00 p.

In efforts to continue promoting volunteerism in Eastern Iowa, United Way of East Central Iowa (UWECI) is opening a United Way Volunteer Center in Benton County through a partnership with Benton County’s established Volunteer Program.

Support a great cause and take part in the Viking Jersey Fundraiser Auction for Justin Coots and his battle with cancer on Thursday, September 21, at the Vinton-Shellsburg Karr Complex!Viking Football is honored to support former Viking football player and 2018 graduate Justin Coots by raising money to help him and his family with ongoing medical and travel expenses All 9-12 Viking jerseys (white) will be silently auctioned off at the pep rally event on Thursday, 9-21, starting @ 6:45Money must be collected before receiving the jersey.

Five volunteer firefighters with the City of Atkins were treated and released from local hospitals after suffering minor injuries during a single-vehicle accident involving an Atkins fire truck.

We at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are announcing a not-warranted 12-month finding on a petition to list the plains spotted skunk under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).

To watch the ceremony, click HERE!

Click HERE for photos of the kids painting the store windows for Homecoming week!The 2023 Homecoming Week for Vinton-Shellsburg High School is from September 17th through September 22nd.

Benton County Emergency Management is among the departments in Iowa that are being recognized this week.Governor Kim Reynolds proclaimed this week "Emergency Management Appreciation Week.

Iowans are reminded to practice safety around grain bins and grain handling equipmentAMES, Iowa — As harvest season quickly approaches, Iowans are reminded to practice safety around grain bins and grain handling equipment.