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FFA Critter Corner!: VS FFA hosts a Petting Zoo during Party in the Park
By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn Saturday, July 12th, 12 FFA members volunteered at the petting zoo held at Riverside Park in Vinton. They brought smiles to kids and families throughout the day by teachin... Union Community School District seeks bond approval in November
The Union Community School District's Board of Directors approved a facility improvement plan. It will address outdated facilities and gaps in safety. Priorities include new fire alarm systems and int...
Sun, Fun, and FFA: FFA Summer Outing At Jellystone Park
By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn Monday, June 30th, seven FFA members went to Jellystone Park in Monticello, Iowa for our Summer Outing. The day was packed with fun as the members took on the inflatable... Master Gardener partners with Dysart UMC to provide 'holistic garden'
When a parishioner approached Rev. Mechille Boldt of Dysart United Methodist Church about revamping an existing garden space, she seized the opportunity to cultivate a new ministry."Church member... Party in the Park - The Show must go on!
In spite of terrible weather that rolled into Vinton on Friday, just in time for the annual Party in the Park event, the party was in full swing on Saturday! In order to keep residents safe, a notic...
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Humid Conditions with Storms Today - Potential Tornados, Damaging winds possible
Timing for severe storms: Noon-7 PM
Key Messages
● Scattered thunderstorms are likely this morning
through the afternoon, with a few becoming
strong to severe this afternoon.
● Damaging...
If you thought it was a little windy and rainy on Friday...
The National Weather Service Storm Survey confirmed that a tornado tracked through portions of Benton and Linn Counties (southwest of Center Point, Iowa) last Friday afternoon (7/11/2025). It was rate... National school voucher program included in ‘big, beautiful’ law, with no cap
By Shauneed MirandaA national private school voucher program is now law, though the school choice initiative comes with a huge caveat. States also choose — whether or not to participate. It’s...
Benton County Settles for $250,000 in Harassment Case
Benton County Harassment Case 5/22/23In a "Settlement Agreement and General Release" obtained from the county, forms signed by the Benton County Supervisors address claims for the following:Failure to... BENTON COUNTY AUDITOR’S OFFICE FULL-TIME CLERK
The Benton County Auditor’s Office will be accepting applications for a full-time clerk through
Friday, July 25, 2025. The position will be responsible for assisting the Auditor and/or Deputy Au...
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