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EF1 Tornado hits Northwest Corner of Vinton
For those of us not on the northwest corner of town, it just seemed like a heavy rainstorm and nothing major. For those north and west of Windsor Manor in the trailer park down to the northern edge of town, it looks like a tornado hit. Unofficially of course. Rick Primmer sent in a picture of one of his semis, laying on its side. Damage will be better assessed in the morning. We're Looking for Campground Hosts
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The Vinton Lions Club honored long-time Lions Club members at the weekly noon meeting. Alan Woodhouse has served for 50 years, Bill Ervin 25 years, and Cal Rickels 15 years. Not pictured was Eric Coulter who has been a member for 10 years. We are grateful for their commitment of service to our community. Benton County Conservation bring Crayfish to V-S 3rd Graders
Benton County Conservation made a trip to Tilford Elementary last week to speak to the 3rd Grade classes. The topic of the visit was crayfish. The students had the opportunity to see crayfish that are brought to the school by the department. "As part of the class the children make visual observations about the crayfish such as color, behaviors, amount of appendages, etc. Salvation Army Serves Displaced Residents
The Benton County Salvation Army Extension service had an opportunity to put into practice what they have trained for. The team was able to assist the Cedar Rapids Salvation Army Corp to feed the residents who were displaced by the Geneva Towers apartment building fire that occurred on February 20th, 2022. The residents are being sheltered at the Veterans Memorial Building in Cedar Rapids. Benton Community School Student posting results in removal from school property
On February 28th, 2022 the Benton County Sheriff’s Office would investigate a report of a suspicious social media posting. The posting would include a photo of a subject holding a firearm. The photo was taken in the home of a Benton Community High School Student, outside of school hours.Benton Community School District would work closely with the Sheriff’s office to ensure the safety of the public, students, and staff.
AMVETS provide a bear hug when it's needed
The local AMVETS presented Care Bears to the local Abbe Center Office in Vinton. The bears are donated to places like the Abbe Center who might need the bears to entertain children who might be waiting for a session to finish up. But sometimes the bears just need to be hugged during sessions, so the bears are available to children as a companion and a take home buddy. Former Union Middle School Science Teacher License Suspended
Former Union Community School District science middle school teacher and coach, Mark Hookham, has had his teaching license suspended or revoked for a minimum of five years following a misconduct investigation, according to the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners. Notes from the board refer to section 25.3(1)(e)(4) of the Iowa Standards of Professional Conduct and Ethics.
Three Area Students Place in Local American Legion Flag Essay Contest
Each year, the American Legion holds an essay writing contest for the 5th Graders in the community. Area students write an essay about what the flag means to them.The American Legion George G. Luckey Post #57, had two winners in the competition. In 1st place, was Noah Hesson, and 3rd place was awarded to Mackenna Ritscher.The Newhall Legion Post #167 had a 2nd place winner, Brooklyn KirkHesson also placed 1st as the Benton County American Legion Winner and 1st Place as the 3rd District Post 67 Winner. Kiwanis Present Vinton-Shellsburg 3rd Grade Students with Dictionaries
When you think of the Kiwanis in Vinton, you might think of the park. Or the Easter egg hunt. Or the pancake breakfast. Or you might remember Santa visiting special students in the school district. Or you might think of the Bike Rodeo. Or you might think of the scholarships awarded to seniors. If you are in 2nd grade you might be thinking that next year YOU get a dictionary! Area Kiwanis Kim Meyer and Lexa Spiedel presented students in the 3rd grade with their very own dictionaries.