FOTSI offers help in funding feral cat trapping, neutering returning program

VINTON TODAY
May 10, 2017 12:00 am

By Donita Casey Feral cats choose to reside in a location for two reasons: food source (intended or not) and shelter. Killing or relocating feral cats may temporarily (short term) reduce the number in a given area but the intact survivors continue to breed and other cats move into the now-available territory.

Poppy Day, May 18th, Donate to help a Veteran

VINTON TODAY
May 8, 2017 12:00 am

Sandy Driscol, president of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #57 is presenting the first poppy to Bobbi Enos, the Commander of the American Legion Post #57, both are from Vinton, Iowa.

Vinton Today says Thank You and Sends a Reminder

VINTON TODAY
May 8, 2017 12:00 am

First of all, I want to say a heartfelt thank you to those of you who have already sent in a donation to Vinton Today for our annual fundraiser. Each year, I always cringe when it comes time to ask you to send in a little of your hard earned money to support the website.

School Board Leaders Honored in May

VINTON TODAY
May 8, 2017 12:00 am

May is School Board Recognition Month and an opportunity for local schools and communities to honor Iowa's more than 2,000 locally elected school board members for their dedication to children and schools.

Vinton Lions meet with Kindergarten Class

VINTON TODAY
May 6, 2017 12:00 am

By Julie Zimmer Because vision and literacy go hand-in-hand, Vinton Lions reconnected with kindergartners over a few good books on the third annual Lions literacy meet-up at Tilford Elementary May 3.

Case Dismissed: Judge tosses out lawsuit against Coots sand pit project

VINTON TODAY
May 6, 2017 12:00 am

On Thursday, District Judge Marsha Bergen dismissed a lawsuit that sought to stop Coots Materials, Inc., from constructing a sand pit on 24th Ave. Drive north of Vinton.

8th grade team brings home trophy for Coach Lyle's final ride before retirement

VINTON TODAY
May 6, 2017 12:00 am

It was a Hollywood ending on Friday, for the Vinton-Shellsburg coach who is well-known for trying to avoid the spotlight. VS Middle School track coach Don Lyle received recognition from his athletes and others on Friday.

Remembering Gloria Stout, whose life ended in 1989 gas station robbery on Highway 30

VINTON TODAY
May 5, 2017 12:00 am

Gloria Stout Phet Baccam, sentenced to life in prison; shown here during his murder trial. Editor's Note: This is part of a series on the history of murder in Benton County, and unsolved "Cold Cases" from the Vinton/Benton County area.

East-Central Iowa Rural Electric Cooperative Awards 12 Students $1,000 Scholarships

VINTON TODAY
May 5, 2017 12:00 am

East-Central Iowa REC is proud to announce it has awarded $1,000 scholarships to three young men who plan to begin pursuing careers as lineworkers through the Powerline Technician program at Northwest Iowa Community College, as well as nine graduating seniors who plan to further their education in a diverse range of programs.

Vikettes take 2nd in WAMAC West Meet

VINTON TODAY
May 4, 2017 12:00 am

By Janet Woodhouse Brandi Gerber with her medal May 2, 2017 WAMAC West Divisional Meet (9 holes) Hosted by Benton Comm. At Tara Hills, Van Horne, par 36 Weather conditions: cool, partly sunny, winds were gusting Team Scores: Independence 192 Vinton-Shellsburg 202 Benton Comm.