Yessak among state qualifiers in 3200 run

VINTON TODAY
May 20, 2015 9:32 pm

Jordan Yessak, the son of Jason and Anita Yessak, of Vinton is among the qualifiers for the State Track Meet which begins Thursday.  Jordan qualified for the Class 1A 3200 run as a member of the Dunkerton track team; his father is the Activities Director as well as varsity girls basketball and assistant varsity baseball coach for that district; Jordan open-enrolls there.

On to State: VS track teams celebrate at Ehlinger's

VINTON TODAY
May 20, 2015 10:15 am

Along with the old-time traditions like pep rallies, the Vinton-Shellsburg track teams are celebrating their state qualification with a new tradition that began in the past year: A gathering at Ehlinger's Express.

7th Grade VSMS girls track team celebrates successful season

NATHANAEL BRANDT
May 20, 2015 10:15 am

This spring I had the privilege of coaching the Vinton-Shellsburg 7th grade girl’s track team. The girls did a fantastic job and were a great group to be around.

Vinton Community Swimming Pool will officially open Saturday

VINTON PARKS & RECREATION
May 19, 2015 11:50 am

The Vinton Community Swimming Pool will officially open to the public for the season on Saturday, May 23rd. Some modifications have been made to next week’s hours since school will still be in session.

Rescheduled IMCA Hawkeye Dirt Tour opener is Tuesday at Vinton

BILL MARTIN, IMCA
May 18, 2015 2:08 pm

The IMCA Hawkeye Dirt Tour opens for the fourth time in five years at Benton County Speedway, when the green flag flies on Tuesday, May 19.  Traveling IMCA Xtreme Motorsports Modifieds race for $1,000 to win and a minimum of $150 to start.

Vikings advance to District golf contest

CHAD PETTYJOHN, VS BOYS GOLF COACH
May 18, 2015 12:14 pm

The Vikings played Friday at Pin Oak Links in Manchester at sectionals trying to advance to district play for the second consecutive year.  The Vikings placed third shooting 316 and will advance to districts on Wednesday at the Amana Colonies Golf Course.

Vikettes third at S. Tama Invite

JANET WOODHOUSE
May 18, 2015 8:24 am

Lauren Tandy led the V-S girls golf team, finishing third in the 18-hole South Tama Invitational. The Vikettes finished in third in team scoring. Coach's report: May 16, 2015 So.

VS wrestler Michael Neal to continue grappling at U of Dubuque

VINTON TODAY
May 15, 2015 9:07 am

Michael Neal has decided to continue his wrestling career at the University of Dubuque, where he will study criminal justice. Neal, the son of Todd and Gena Neal, earned 5th in the 2015 State meet.

Vikettes, Vikings sending several to State Track Meet

VINTON TODAY
May 15, 2015 8:49 am

Dawne Schminke accomplished a goal she set four seasons ago: Earn a spot in the State Track meet each year. The Vinton-Shellsburg senior earned a spot in the 2015 meet in the 100M dash.

Viking golfers second in Wamac Super Meet; 5 earn All-Conference awards

CHAD PETTYJOHN, VS BOYS GOLF COACH
May 13, 2015 10:16 am

The Vikings went to play in Marion at the Gardner Golf Course Monday for the WaMac Super Meet.  The conditions were very tough throughout the meet with gusty winds, wet playing conditions, and on the chilly side as well.