Dawn Janey Tucker, 40 of Shellsburg, was arrested on Sunday morning, at 1:08 a.m. for driving a stolen vehicle. Officers of the Cedar Rapids Police Department saw a vehicle at about 1:00 a.

It's a tradition to visit with Santa over some pancakes, at least in Vinton it is.  The skate center was filled with little children waiting for their turn on Santa's knee after filling their tummy with pancakes and sausage.

MEET DYLANNE SCHROCK, a young advocate for inclusivity making a difference in Benton County!Dylanne is a 16-year-old student from Urbana and a junior at Center Point-Urbana High School.

Sergeant Ben Parmater and his K-9 Gino of the Vinton Police Department made a visit to the local Boy Scout Troop 47 which met at Isaac Walton. The boys watched as the team demonstrated the dog's ability to search and locate controlled substances.

Heidi Kersten has done it again. Continuing the Christmas tradition that many of us grew up with since 1964, the lights at the Kersten home are again on display.

MEET RENEE GRAHAM, a young advocate working to address food insecurity and hunger in Benton County!Renee is the second nominee for Faces of Benton County.

On Sunday, December 8, 2019, at approximately 6:37 p.m., the Vinton Police Department responded to the 700 block of A Avenue in Vinton regarding a dog attack.

Angel Tree has been a staple in Vinton for several years. Lanette Parker heads up the efforts of organizing and helping to obtain gifts for children in the area.

There will be a two hour late start for students if the VINTON-Shellsburg School District.

Do you know an everyday hero in our community who is working to create positive environments? We want to hear about it!The Benton County Family Nurturing Council is looking to recognize everyday heroes—of any age—in our community through the 'Faces of Benton County' campaign! Do you know of a child, parent/caregiver, family, or community member who has achieved something positive recently that deserves recognition? This campaign is a way to share and highlight such stories.