Wisconsin Man arrested after luring local child online and kidnapping

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 22, 2023 1:17 pm

The following arrest as well as a little of the story shared by a local mother is a reminder to parents and their children that the internet is not a safe place.

Go ahead, brag on yourself, your kids, your organization, everything is welcome!

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 21, 2023 8:13 pm

Reflecting on the last 13 years of Vinton Today always leaves me amazed. Every time. The idea was to have a central location where anyone so inclined to write, organizations wanting to share, and any bit of news could find its way to anyone anywhere.

Ambulance-driving EMT fired after three off-duty drunken driving arrests

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
March 21, 2023 3:04 pm

By Clark KauffmanAn Iowa emergency medical technician who drove ambulances, fired for a history of drunken driving arrests, is not entitled to unemployment benefits, a state fact-finder has ruled.

CBI's Money Smart Week Poster Contest is Back! April 15-21

FARMERS SAVINGS BANK & TRUST
March 21, 2023 2:49 pm

Farmers Savings Bank & Trust, in conjunction with Community Bankers of Iowa (CBI) is sponsoring the 2023 CBI Money Smart Week Poster Contest to motivate elementary school students to learn about personal finances.

Farming and Space work together

VINTON TODAY
March 21, 2023 1:46 pm

Three area farmers, Lance Lillibridge, Lori Lang, and Brian Carlson were in Orlando, Florida, attending the Commodities Classic as part of their farming businesses.

Vinton kicks off 2023 Community Visioning Program

VINTON PARKS & RECREATION
March 20, 2023 5:28 pm

Vinton is participating in the 2023 Iowa's Living Roadways Community Visioning Program. Community Visioning is a transportation enhancement planning process that serves Iowa communities under 10,000 in population.

Steepleton brings his books to the Vinton Public Library

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 20, 2023 4:57 pm

Joseph Steepleton, one of 11 children born to his parents  Mahlon & Frances right here in Vinton, has been busy over the last almost decade writing and publishing his books.

Chilangos Mexican Restaurant open for business!

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 19, 2023 1:46 pm

Chilangos Mexican Restaurant is now open at the former Pizza Hut location in Vinton! Owner Michael Gonzalez is no stranger to hard work and to managing businesses.

Benton County Conservation shares WILD news!

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
March 17, 2023 5:27 pm

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Vinton Community Foundation Accepting Grant Applications

VINTON TODAY
March 16, 2023 4:27 pm

 One hundred percent of your tax-deductible contributions are used for the betterment of the Vinton community.                The Vinton Community Foundation board members are pleased to announce they are now accepting grant applications from non-profit Vinton area groups, for the 2023-grant program.