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Buckle Up, Every Trip, Every Time
The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) is teaming up with law enforcement agencies across Iowa to promote road safety during the Thanksgiving holiday season. Drivers can expect to see increased police presence on Iowa roads through December 1, 2024. As families travel near and far to celebrate, GTSB urges everyone to remember: Buckle Up. Vinton Unlimited Welcomes the Glow Up Boutique to Vinton
Members of Vinton Unlimited gathered on Tuesday afternoon to welcome another business to the downtown, the Glow Up Boutique. Owner Jordyn Edwards cut the ribbon standing alongside her staff and surrounded by other members of the business community.This Sunday, November 24, would be the perfect time to stop by and check out the new shop during the Holiday Open House in downtown Vinton. 2024 Virginia Gay Hospital Legacy Award Recipient: Barb Parbs
Virginia Gay Hospital proudly announces Barb Parbs as its 2024 Legacy Honoree in recognition of her unwavering dedication to the community as a Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP-SMP) Counselor. Since joining Virginia Gay Hospital as a volunteer in August 2022, Barb has been instrumental in guiding individuals through the complexities of Medicare and related insurance options. Buckle Up, Vinton – Your Life Depends On It!
The Vinton Police Department has a special Thanksgiving message for all our residents: Be thankful for your seatbelt!While we gather to celebrate all we’re grateful for, let’s not overlook one of the simplest ways to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Last Thanksgiving weekend, 326 people tragically lost their lives in traffic crashes, and shockingly, 43% of them weren’t wearing a seatbelt. Vinton-Shellsburg Schools Shine in U.S. News 2025 Rankings
We are thrilled to announce that Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District has earned top rankings in the 2025 U.S. News Best Schools Report. Two of our elementary schools have earned Best Elementary Schools badges, and our middle school and high school has earned a Best Middle/High Schools badge, placing them among the top 40% in the state.Notable Rankings and AchievementsShellsburg Elementary School has been ranked #74 out of 951 elementary schools in Iowa.
2024 Virginia Gay Hospital Legacy Award Recipient: Terri Buelow
Virginia Gay Hospital is proud to announce Terri Buelow as one of the esteemed recipients of the 2024 Legacy Honors. Terri devoted an incredible 26 years to Virginia Gay Hospital. Much of her career was spent working nights and second shifts, where she quickly became a trusted leader, advocate for both staff and patients, and a source of innovation and dedication. Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District School Performance
Profile UpdateThe Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District is pleased to present the 2024 Iowa School Performance Profiles. This profile provides insight into each school's performance based on the unified accountability system under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Iowa’s system sets consistent academic expectations for all students, uses evidence-based practices, and provides support for schools needing improvement. A Toast to Thanksgiving Safety – Hold the Buzz
Thanksgiving is a time for turkey, traditions, and togetherness. It’s also a holiday famous for its travel and festivities – and let’s be honest, maybe a little too much “cheer.” But here’s the deal, folks: the saying isn’t “Buzzed driving is a suggestion.” It’s “Buzzed driving is drunk driving.” And it’s worth repeating this holiday season. Attempted ATM robbery at Chelsea Savings Bank Foiled
On November 17th, 2024 at 4:04 AM a report was received of an alarm at Chelsea Savings Bank, Van Horne.At 3:55 AM the ATM at this location was pulled off its supports by means of a pickup truck. The suspects were unsuccessful at gaining entry to the ATM. The suspects fled the scene prior to the arrival of law enforcement.The truck was later recovered, abandoned nearby and was discovered to have been stolen from Iowa City.