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Things to do on the 4th of July
If you are looking for some fun things to do on the 4th of July, don't forget to take the kids to enjoy the splash pad at Kiwanis Park, or enjoy some play time at Riverside Park, then swing by BL Ande... FIREWORKS ORDINANCES AND REPORTING VIOLATIONS
Due to changes in state law, there are now permitted times and locations for shooting off fireworks within the city limits of Vinton. Residents will not be in violation of the revised fireworks laws ...
Touch a Truck has Tremendous Tuesday Turnout
The Vinton Public Library knocked it out of the park when hosting the "Touch a Truck" event on Tuesday morning. Children were able to explore everything from a Camaro to a fire truck.Available to visi... On the Eve of Summer
By Faith Hunt NaturalistStep out at dusk and feel the eve of summer greet you. Feel
the air as a new breeze moves in, making the midday heat
dissipate with ease. Be still. Watch the grass follow s...
Alana Fleming Crowned 2025 Benton County Fair Queen
This year the Benton County Fair awarded a new award to the Benton County Fair Queen Candidates. The award is entitiled the "Passion and Purpose Award." This was awarded to the candidate who the ...
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Atkins Roundhouse Area Now Open!
We’re excited to welcome you back to the Atkins Roundhouse Area. While the
space is still a work in progress, it’s ready for you to enjoy once again.
You’ll notice there's still work to be d... Hands free law in effect July 1
A short video worth watching Wait for it... this could save your life | @SummerBreak 4The Iowa Department of Public Safety, the Iowa State Patrol, and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) are... Pastor Johnson Ordained to Serve Area Congregations
On Saturday, June 21, Pastor Zach Johnson was ordained and installed to serve the congregations of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Garrison and Zion Lutheran Church in Shellsburg. He and his wife, Hanna...
Roadside Chat - Batter Up! Safe Driving Is A Home Run
It’s the season when umpires are calling baseball players from pee-wees to major leaguers into the batter’s box. And this weekend, many Iowans will make the drive to Omaha on I-80 to watch the bes... Be Weather Aware
Benton County Emergency Management has released the following weather information packet. Please be aware that if there is severe thunderstorm warnings issued, sirens will sound. If you are outside an...
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