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Roadside Chat - Pomp/Circumstance, Celebrate Wisely, Drive Sober
“We DID it!” screamed the Harvard Law School commencement speaker. In the classic comedy Legally Blonde, the lovable Elle Woods delivers a moving speech to classmates about passion and person... Students Explore Agriculture at Benton County’s Third Grade Ag Day
By: Co-Reporter Sophia Newton On April 30th, 2025, the Third Grade Ag Day was held at the Benton County Fairgrounds, welcoming third-grade students from across Benton County. Students from Tilford El... Local student honored as 'Best of the Class'
Addy Chvala from Vinton-Shellsburg CSD was honored as a member of the 2025 Best of the Class. KWWL and the University of Northern Iowa recognized valedictorians or top graduating seniors fr... Notice: Benton Co. accepting applications for Veterans Affairs Commission
NoticeThe Benton County Board of Supervisors is accepting applications for the Benton County Veterans Affairs Commission. This is a three-member commission that provides guidance and over sees operati...
A Week to Thank Our Hometown Heroes
This week, as flags quietly wave in the spring breeze and sirens echo with a little more reverence, Vinton joins communities across the country in observing National Police Week, a time set aside to h...
Provider Spotlight: Dr. Brian Meeker, D.O. Continues Commitment to Our Community
We are proud to share that Dr. Brian Meeker will continue his role as a physician and leader at Vinton Family Medical Clinic for another three years! Since arriving in Vinton in 1992, Dr. Meeker has b... Vinton-Shellsburg to Host Community Facilities Forum, Monday, May 12th
The Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District invites families, staff, and community members to participate in tonight's community forums focused on our school facilities and future planni...
Henkle Shares Library Information with local Kiwanis
Carolyn Hibbs introduced the librarian of the Vinton Public Library to the area Kiwanis Club for their weekly meeting at the end of April. Kelly Henkle introduced herself to the group and shared some ... 2025 BENTON COUNTY AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE
Relay For Life is more than just a fundraising walk. It is a global movement that celebrates cancer survivors and caregivers, honors loved ones, and helps fund the future of cancer research and care. ... Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Members Participate in 2025 Iowa Youth Institute
By: Co-Reporter, Sophia NewtonOn Wednesday, April 30, Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members participated in the 2025 Iowa Youth Institute at Iowa State University. Over 300 students from across Iowa presented...