Birthday Parade for Vinton Octogenarian Makes the Day Special

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 20, 2020 2:40 am

Hopefully, the days of birthday parades will soon be a distant memory. For those celebrating milestones during COVID-19 it's a small way to wish those with a special day a memorable day.

Vinton Lutheran Home Communities holds drive through picnic

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 20, 2020 1:38 am

In the days of COVID lockdowns, those suffering the most from confinement are our elderly who are unable to see family and friends. On Friday the Vinton Lutheran Home came up with a brilliant idea to allow families to sit next to their loved one, at the window in the dining area.

John's Qwik Stop prepares to expand services

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 19, 2020 6:19 am

While most saw a fire on Saturday morning on the northeast corner of John's Qwik Stop block, others had a vision for something else. The Vinton Fire Department was called in to take down a house that was recently purchased by JQS.

Seniors given yard signs and Congratulations

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 19, 2020 5:04 am

The Vinton-Shellsburg Graduating Class of 2020 probably has the most memorable senior 2/3 year. For many of the students, they are now maneuvering through various forms of online communication with their teachers to finish their assignments for the school year.

Yard Signs Available for all Vinton-Shellsburg Graduates

VINTON TODAY
May 16, 2020 3:33 am

With the help of Tharp’s Design and community and staff donations, we raised enough money to purchase yard signs for each graduating 2020 senior. VSHS has finalized plans to Distribute a yard sign to each senior.

Talking to a Farmer about labels: GMOs and Product of USA

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 15, 2020 3:43 pm

Food labeling to a farmer is probably the best cure for low blood pressure. As part of my conversation with Lance and Heidi Lillibridge, we touched on the topic of labels.

Vinton Parks and Recreation Hold Groundbreaking for New Splash Pad

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 15, 2020 9:49 am

The Vinton Parks and Recreation Department broke ground for the new Splash Pad construction. The new Splash Pad will be located at the Kiwanis Park located at the junction of Highway 218 and 13th St.

Vinton-Shellsburg High School 2020 Scholarships Presentation Recipients

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
May 14, 2020 10:53 pm

Click to view presentationLocal Scholarships:Benton County Pork Producers Scholarship ……………………………….

Iowa Women's Foundation Launches ‘CAREforce for our WORKforce"

VINTON TODAY
May 14, 2020 4:03 am

Iowa Women’s Foundation Launches ‘CAREforce for our WORKforce” in Support of Iowa’s Child Care ProfessionalsNew campaign urges public to recognize child care providers as essential workers.

V-S Senior Awards Night to air on YouTube tonight, Wednesday May 13 at 7:00 p.m.

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
May 13, 2020 3:08 pm

The Vinton-Shellsburg Senior Awards Night normally held in the auditorium will be held tonight, Wednesday May 13, online. The graduating Class of 2020 will be able to see the Awards Night on the  Vinton Shellsburg Community Schools District YouTube channel  tonight at 7:00 p.