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Shoplifting Leads to a Federal Prison Sentence for Illegally Possessing a Gun
Convicted Felon and Meth User Possessed a Gun and Fled from Police A Vinton man was sentenced today to seven years in federal prison. Anthony Hill, age 29, from Vinton, Iowa, received the prison term after an October 17, 2019 guilty plea to possession of a firearm by a prohibited person.
LAW ENFORCEMENT IN BENTON COUNTY TO BEGIN ROLLING OUT "HANDLE WITH CARE"
Following two years of preparation and training, the initiative ‘Handle with Care’ (HWC) is set to roll out countywide across both Benton and Iowa counties.“Through this program, law enforcement will send a notice to a designated school employee within 24 hours of responding to a call at which a school-aged child is present,” Erin Monaghan, Director of Benton-Iowa CPPC, said of the initiative.
Donald Martin Shelter under consideration for Homeless Shelter
There have been several discussions happening both with the city and county concerning partnering with the Willis Dady Homeless Services. A concern in Vinton is for the homeless that are found in Vinton, and unseen to most of us. The police chief had shared with the council that there has been damage in the past caused by those that are homeless trying to find shelter. Pete Buttigieg visits Vinton
Monday evening found a sizeable crowd at the Tilford Elementary cafeteria. The crowd was somewhat larger than the size of the crowd that turned out to see former Vice President Joe Biden.There is a link to the speech he gave on Vinton Today's Facebook page if you would like to take some time to watch. Is it almost sad to see the caucus season wrap up, and see the candidates move on somewhere else. Pete Buttigieg to visit Vinton, Tilford Elementary Monday, 6:00 p.m.
Pete Buttigieg, Presidential Candidate for the 2020 election will be in Vinton on Monday night, January 27 at Tilford Elementary. Tilford is located at 308 E. 13th St. in Vinton. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.The event is free and open to the public.RSVP for details. Faces of Benton County Nominee: Cathy Maile
MEET CATHY MAILE—a Norway resident and force for
good in her role as secretary at Norway Intermediate School
where she spent over 30 years working to create nurturing
environments for students.
Cathy is the eleventh nomination to the Family Nurturing Council’s
Faces of Benton County campaign. Cathy was nominated by the
staff at Norway Intermediate School. New Year brings changes to Virginia Gay Hospital board of directors
Virginia Gay Hospital (VGH) has announced changes to its board of director members for 2020. Mark Mossman has chosen to step down from the hospital board after 25 years of service. Mossman began as a director in 1994 and has served as Chairman of the Board since November 2003. Current board member, John Ketchen, will now serve as the new Chairman of the Board. Virginia Gay Nursing & Rehab recognized for improving quality of long-term care
Provider recognized for meeting national goals Virginia Gay Nursing & Rehab has been recognized by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) for its achievements in the quality of care they provide. This national effort builds upon the existing work of the long term and post-acute care profession by setting specific, measurable targets to further improve the quality of care in America’s skilled nursing centers and assisted living communities.
March 3 date set for Special Election to fill 2nd Ward Seat
The council has approved a special election for the 2nd Ward. Anyone who lives in the 2nd Ward and is interested in being listed on the ballot may contact the City Clerk for information.Nomination papers need to be turned into the Auditor’s office by February 7th.Below is a map of the 2nd Ward.
Klima of Urbana Charged with Vehicular Homicide following Hit and Run
30-year-old Bret Daniel Klima, of Urbana, is charged with vehicular homicide, leaving the scene of a fatal accident and with other crimes following a hit-and-run in the parking lot of a bar in Linn County.The crash happened around 1:30 a.m. Dec. 1 in the parking lot of Bully's North in Center Point.50-year-old Kimberley Swore of Center Point was killed in the incident and another pedestrian, a 46-year-old male from Vinton was transported to a nearby hospital suffering minor injuries.