Deer hunters asked to help with monitoring chronic wasting disease

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
December 2, 2024 11:41 pm

By Cami CoonsWild deer with chronic wasting disease have been detected in 25 counties, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, which is seeking help from Iowans to spot the disease and limit its spread.

Benton County Conservation Complete Wildcat Bluff Expansion

VINTON TODAY
December 2, 2024 11:49 am

After 18 months of dedicated work and unprecedented community support, Benton County Conservation is thrilled to announce the procurement of funds for the Wildcat Bluff Recreation Area expansion! As of now, this land remains private.

Supervisors Approve Opioid Program, Discuss Road Projects, EMS Funding & More

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 2, 2024 10:30 am

At last weeks Benton County Supervisors' meeting, they had a packed agenda covering everything from public health to road improvements.Tackling Opioid AddictionThe board took a significant step toward addressing opioid addiction by approving a new program in partnership with the Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC).

Vinton Spreads Christmas Cheer

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
December 2, 2024 10:14 am

As the holiday season descends upon Vinton, the city transforms into a winter wonderland thanks to the dedication and creativity of city employees and local businesses.

HAWKINS MEMORIAL LIBRARY DECEMBER 2024 NEWSLETTER

HAWKINS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
December 2, 2024 9:23 am

Library Announcements A Call for Helping Hands: Are you in need of volunteer hours for the Silver Cord? Do you have free time on your hands? We can use your help! The Library is seeking adult volunteers aged 18 and up and young volunteens aged 13-17.

December 9-20 Vinton Public Library Book Sale!

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
December 2, 2024 9:08 am

Stop by the library book sale and browse through our selection of adult titles. Books are sold on a first come, first served basis; all proceeds benefit future library programming.

Governor plans to propose statewide policy restricting cellphones in schools

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
December 2, 2024 9:08 am

By: Robin Opsahl and Cami KoonsGov. Kim Reynolds plans to propose banning cellphones in Iowa K-12 schools as a top priority heading into the upcoming 2025 legislative session.

Happy Thanksgiving - Back on Monday

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 27, 2024 11:49 am

Vinton Today will be taking off on Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. However, as usual, should any urgent news cross my desk, it will be published and shared via the email.

ROADSIDE CHAT – STALLED CARS NEED ROOM-NOT HUGS MOVE OVER

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
November 26, 2024 4:15 pm

We’ve all lived this driving experience: you’re cruising along and up ahead you spot a stalled vehicle on the shoulder. Maybe the emergency hazards are on, but maybe not.

2024 DNR Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants awarded to local fire departments

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
November 26, 2024 3:41 pm

Nearly $416,000 in 50 percent cost-share grants were recently awarded to 138 Iowa rural fire departments to help their efforts to protect Iowan’s and their property from wildfires.