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Senior Coffee canceled today (2/13/20)

The Senior Coffee at the Revolution building is canceled today (Thursday, February 13) due to the expected cold temperatures.
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Katelyn Folkmann Benton County Iowa, Miss United States Agriculture

Katelyn Folkmann of Newhall, Iowa was recently awarded the title of Benton County Iowa, Miss United States Agriculture.Katelyn Folkmann is currently a Junior at Cornell College in Mount Vernon, Iowa, with a major in Psychology and a minor in Theatre.

Three Candidates Vie for 2nd Precinct Seat

Following an election with no candidates for the 2nd Precinct, the city has approved a special election which will be held on March 3rd.  Three candidates have met the qualifications to be on the ballot for the election.

Hotel Occupancy Tax Committee makes grant awards

The Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) committee is pleased to announce the recipients of the Hotel Occupancy Tax grant awards. Over $10,000 was provided to fund 11 different upcoming projects within the City of Vinton during 2020.

Vinton-Shellsburg Announces Finalists for Superintendent Interviews

The Vinton-Shellsburg Board of Education is pleased to announce that they have selected 3 candidates to interview for their superintendent vacancy. The second candidate, who will interview on Monday, February 10th is:Mr.
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Benton County Caucus Results

Stopping first at the Republican Caucus, which was held at the middle school, hey it was closer, the crowd was relatively small compared to the packed parking lot at the high school.