November is National Adoption Month

U.S. SENATOR CHARLES GRASSLEY
November 26, 2024 3:36 pm

November is National Adoption Month, and this past week, the Senate passed a resolution celebrating and supporting the goals of National Adoption Month.

Red Kettle Campaign in full Swing!

SALVATION ARMY
November 26, 2024 2:45 pm

Well, as you all know by now, we are already underway with the Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign. We will be ringing the bell at Fareway in Vinton through December 24th.

University of Iowa Celebrates Abby Reiter, PA-C, for Outstanding Contributions

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 26, 2024 11:30 am

The University of Iowa Physician Assistant Program recognized Abby Reiter, PA-C, for her exceptional dedication as a preceptor. Abby was recently nominated by one of our students for the prestigious Preceptor of the Year award.

VGH Home Health Angel Tree begins November 29

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 26, 2024 11:30 am

It began with a gift, but it is so much more!Virginia Gay Hospital Home Health Agency is pleased to host the annual “Angel Tree” for their clients.

V-S FFA is Feeding the Future with the World Food Prize

FFA
November 26, 2024 11:29 am

By: Co-Reporter, Izzie Birker  The 29th-31st of October, Andrew Pingenot got the amazing opportunity to take part in the Global Youth Institute for the World Food Prize.

Updated: Just in case you need to reach me...

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 25, 2024 11:24 am

Updated: Everything is back up and running! The email address is: VintonToday@hotmail.com. Thank you for your patience!-The email service that Vinton Today uses which is Hotmail is down.

Virginia Gay Hospital's Lisa Rule Elected to Iowa Trauma Coordinators Board

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
November 25, 2024 8:38 am

Virginia Gay Hospital (VGH) proudly announces that Lisa Rule, Trauma Coordinator, has been elected to the Iowa Trauma Coordinators Board for the Iowa Hospital Association.

VS FFA Spreads Holiday Cheer with Lights and Roping

FFA
November 25, 2024 7:46 am

 By: Co-Reporter, Izzie BirkerDuring the holiday season right before Thanksgiving, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter and volunteers came together to decorate the town of Vinton by putting up lights and garland for local businesses.

A Legacy of Hope: Honoring Bella Denny and Raising Awareness

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
November 22, 2024 11:32 am

In her 13 remarkable years, Izabella "Bella" Hope Denny touched countless lives with her unyielding spirit, contagious laughter, and boundless love. Born on July 18, 2011, Bella was cherished as a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, and friend.

Vinton Rail Road Depot among nominees for "People's Choice Site of the Year"

VINTON TODAY
November 22, 2024 9:07 am

The History Center in Cedar Rapids has been named the Silos & Smokestacks 2024 “People’s Choice Site of the Year.” The Scenic City Empress Boat Club in Iowa Falls and the African American Museum of Iowa in Cedar Rapids were both honored as being one of the top three sites.