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Fish order forms due by May 30th
We would like to remind you that fish order forms are due to Benton Soil & Water Conservation District by the end of business day on May 30thIf you are considering fish for your pond this spring don’t hesitate to stop by the office at 1705 W D Street Vinton. Thank you for helping support our fundraising efforts. Forms available in the office!
Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Members Showcase Skills at District Ag Mechanics Event
By: Co-Reporter, Sophia NewtonOn Wednesday, April 23, 2025, members of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter demonstrated their technical skills at the Northeast District Agricultural Mechanics Career Development Event (CDE), held at Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC). Representing the chapter were Wes McKenna, Andrew Allsup, Ben Buhr, Ben McGowan, Cooper McClintock, and Colton Birker.
Area Memorial Day Services held across the County
On Monday, the local American Legion Post held a Memorial Day Service meeting at the Cedar River bridge. Fritz and Sue Noren lowered a wreath into the river in remembrance of Veterans that were lost. In other parts of the county, there were services held. At the Garrison Cemetery, Morris Gardner opened the ceremonies which hosted Dave Kirchner as the speaker. Vinton's Downtown made more beautiful with Flowers
The Cottage Garden Society along with help from the Vinton Parks and Recreation Department came up with a plan to make downtown Vinton bloom. Planters were added to the light poles in the downtown are where baskets were placed. Inside these are placed two semi-circles with flowers that have been grown and sent to Vinton. Around 50 pots and hanging baskets around the downtown area were filled with the flowers that are in full bloom now. There will be no Outbound Email on Memorial Day
The headline sums it up. Take a moment to remember those we've lost in the service of our country on this important day.
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Have fun and stay safe on the water this summer
Iowa lakes and rivers will soon be busy with paddlers, boaters, swimmers and people wading to search for fossils, rocks and driftwood or to clean up litter.Rivers are dynamic systems that change with high flows and have obstacles hidden just beneath the water surface. Iowa rivers can have sudden drop-offs, holes, submerged shelves, foot holds and rock ledges.
Urbana Officially terminates Police Chief
The Urbana City Council voted to terminate the Police Chief, Joshua Baker. Baker had been on paid leave since April of 2024, just over a year ago. In a 3 to 2 vote, the council fired Baker without cause. Baker filed a lawsuit against the city, city clerk and mayor last June. The lawsuit claims there was an abuse of power by the mayor and city clerk and he is alleging that they had withheld his wages while launching an unwarranted investigation. Notification to the Community - Summer Meal Program
Notification to the CommunityOpen Sites and Closed Enrolled (Needy area)Vinton-Shellsburg CSD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), age or disability, and there will be no discrimination during the course of meal service.
SACG upgrades Shellsburg's Pavilion with new Picnic Tables
The Shellsburg Area Community Group’s latest effort to bring an upgrade to the City Park was very successful. The goal was to replace the worn and unattractive picnic tables in the frequently used park pavilion. SACG's Parks Planning Committee undertook the task of researching, fund-raising, purchasing and assembling ten new tables. City officials gave approval for selecting tables made with recycled plastic. Vinton Today Needs You
Dear Vinton Today Readers,First off, a huge thank you to those of you who have already sent in donations and checks to help build the new website—your generosity means the world. Truly, I’m touched. And no, I didn’t even have to send you a tote bag or promise to name a bench after you!Believe it or not, Vinton Today is now 15 years old. (I know, I can’t believe it either—where did the time go?) What started as a little idea has grown into something far beyond what I imagined.
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