Urbana 5 to be remembered at Benton County Speedway, Sunday

VINTON TODAY
June 7, 2017 12:00 am

Tia Tuttle, left the mom of 3 of the Urbana 5, with sister-in-law Heather Tuttle during the 2016 event. Nicole "Nikki" Jacobsen. Quentin Ary. Triston Randall.

Party in Pink 5k: Don't miss out on the fun!

VINTON TODAY
June 6, 2017 12:00 am

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ba-SHqqdkC4?rel=0   Have you registered for the 5th Annual Party in Pink? The event takes place Friday, June 23 at Riverside Park.

23 to Zero: Ruck raises awareness of veteran suicide issue

VINTON TODAY
June 5, 2017 12:00 am

Several participants, including many children, joined Benton County Veterans Affairs Director Toni Parizek for the 23 to Zero Ruck on Saturday. Beginning at Veterans Park, the 5K walk was designed to raise awareness of the issue of suicides among active duty military personnel and veterans, and to offer information and support for those dealing with PTSD and other issues.

Mount Mercy University celebrates Class of 2017

VINTON TODAY
June 2, 2017 12:00 am

The students listed below graduated from Mount Mercy University this May. A commencement ceremony was held Sunday, May 21, 2017, at the U.S. Cellular Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Eggert recognized as distinguished graduate

VINTON TODAY
June 2, 2017 12:00 am

  Morgan Eggert of Atkins, was recognized by Concordia University, Nebraska, as an undergraduate who graduated with distinction or high distinction honors based on academic achievements.

VS-HS T3 Honor Roll

VINTON TODAY
June 2, 2017 12:00 am

Click to view theT3 Honor Roll

Lillie leads VS on All-Wamac West soccer team; Vikettes advance with win over Benton at Districts

VINTON TODAY
May 31, 2017 12:00 am

Hayley Dinderman, 2nd team All-District. Vinton-Shellsburg junior Kamryn Lillie has been named to the First Team of the All-Wamac West soccer team, one of four Vikettes honored on that list.

VS baseball: Vikes sweep CPU to remain undefeated

VINTON TODAY
May 31, 2017 12:00 am

After a comparatively easy sweep at East Marshall, the VS Vikings baseball team needed some big innings and big outs to defeat Center Point-Urbana, 12-6, and 11-8 Tuesday at Vinton.

3rd Grade Ag Day

VINTON TODAY
May 31, 2017 12:00 am

  By Brittany Hansen, V-S Co-Reporter On May 3, 2017 at the Benton County fairgrounds the annual 3rd grade ag day was held. Every year during the springtime, 3rd graders from the surrounding schools attend this event to learn about many different aspects of agriculture.

Students attend Iowa State University College of Human Sciences first-year Orientation

VINTON TODAY
May 31, 2017 12:00 am

Seventy-two incoming first-year College of Human Sciences students participated in Orientation at Iowa State University in Ames, May 31-June 1. As part of the program, students and their families met peers, signed up for classes, became familiar with the campus, and learned tips for making the most of their college careers.