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Applications Open for more than $700,000 in Scholarships
The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa (CFNEIA) is excited to announce the opening of its 2025 scholarship application process, offering students the opportunity to receive a share of over $700,000 in scholarships. The deadline to apply is 8 p.m. on March 12.The CFNEIA scholarship program supports high school, college, and adult students in pursuing higher education.
Bill would require Iowa K-12 materials follow Trump order on ‘Gulf of America’
By Robin OpsahlIowa lawmakers have advanced a bill that would require Iowa schools to replace in educational materials any references to the Gulf of Mexico with “Gulf of America” and “Denali” with “Mount McKinley.”House Study Bill 97 comes weeks after President Donald Trump announced the U.S. Department of the Interior would work with the U.
V-S High School Welcomes New Associate Principal & Activities Director
Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District is pleased to announce the hiring of Christine McSweeney as the new High School Associate Principal and Aric Chvala as the new Activities Director for Vinton-Shellsburg. Both bring extensive experience in education and leadership that will strengthen the district’s commitment to student growth, engagement, and success. Iowa Secretary of State’s Office Maintains Up-To-Date Voter Registration Lists
The role of Iowa Secretary of State requires a balance: ensuring Iowa elections are safe, secure, and fair and empowering every eligible voter to make their voices heard in Iowa elections. Iowa is consistently named a top-ranked state nationally in election administration and boasts strong voter participation and turnout rates. A core component of keeping Iowa elections safe and secure is maintaining clean voter lists.
Hy-Vee Partners with Variety–the Children’s Charity for Annual Round-Up Campaign
Customers can make a difference by rounding up their purchases to the next dollar, now through Feb. 28, to support children in need across the Midwest. Hy-Vee is once again joining forces with Variety – the Children’s Charity for its annual Round Up campaign, giving customers the chance to support children who are critically ill, at-risk, underprivileged, or living with special needs.
Kiwanis Club Delivers Dictionaries to 3rd Graders, Inspiring Young Minds
The Kiwanis Club of Vinton continued its mission of serving the community by delivering dictionaries to all third-grade students in the Vinton-Shellsburg School District. This annual tradition aims to spark curiosity and a love for learning in young minds while also introducing them to the importance of service and community involvement.Kiwanis Club President Craig Ollinger and member Lexa Speidel visited the classrooms, engaging students in an interactive discussion about the wealth of knowledge contained in the books. Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Spaghetti Dinner: A Night of Food & Fellowship
By: Co-Reporter Sophia NewtonThe Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter hosted its annual free-will donation spaghetti dinner on Tuesday, January 21st. This event provided a delicious homemade meal for 225 community members either as a dine-in option during the home basketball game or as a convenient to-go meal. FFA members worked together to prepare and serve a well-rounded meal, including spaghetti with sauce, garlic bread, fresh salad, and a variety of cookies for dessert. Belle Plaine to consider four-day school week
Belle Plaine Community School District is considering something a little out of the box. They are considering a four day school week after community support was shown for the idea. Last year the school conducted a survey that sought feedback on the idea and it received a positive response to the idea. The idea came from parents, teachers and community members.