What We're Reading: Carmilla

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
February 4, 2026 5:21 pm

“Pre-dating Dracula by twenty-six years, Carmilla is the original vampire story, steeped in gothic romance and simmering tension.” —GoodreadsJ. Sheridan Le Fanu’s 'Carmilla' is a short but striking novella that explores the life of a sapphic vampire who, for more than a century, cannot help falling in love with young, lonely women living in the Austrian wilderness.

Hoover Presidential Foundation Opens Nominations for Uncommon Service Awards

VINTON TODAY
February 4, 2026 5:20 pm

The Hoover Presidential Foundation is now accepting nominations for its annual Herbert Hoover Uncommon Public Service Awards, recognizing one member of the Iowa House of Representatives and one member of the Iowa Senate whose service to Iowans exemplifies integrity, leadership, and a commitment to the public good beyond legislative responsibilities.

SUMMER VINTON PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT JOBS!

VINTON PARKS & RECREATION
February 2, 2026 3:13 pm

Applications are available at the Vinton Recreation Center, www.vprdzone.com, and at the V/S High School Guidance Office. For more information, contact Vinton Parks and Recreation Department at 319-472-4164.

What We're Reading: The Burning Library

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
February 2, 2026 3:13 pm

I chose my latest novel based upon its book cover and title. The cover states “A deadly rivalry. A chilling secret. One woman who can decipher the truth.

Storey Kenworthy & Workspace Foundation Accepting Applications for Grants

STOREY KENWORTHY & WORKPLACE FOUNDATION
February 2, 2026 1:50 pm

Applications accepted February 1st-March 31stStorey Kenworthy & Workspace Foundation for Giving is pleased to announce that they are now accepting grant applications from eligible non-profit organizations.

What We're Reading: Too Old For This

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
February 1, 2026 2:54 pm

Review of 'Too Old For This' by Samantha DowningThe cover of this book attracted me at first, when a friend returned it to our library. When the patron told me how much she had enjoyed it, I had to have it! What an adventure!Lottie Jones, formerly Lorena Mae Lansdale, has secrets.

What We're Reading: While We're Young

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
January 29, 2026 3:49 pm

My pick for this month's Adventures in Bookclubbing 'Page to Screen' theme was 'While We're Young' by K. L. Walther. This book is a young adult, modern retelling of the John Hughes favorite 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off.

Iowa House panel narrows bill allowing four-year degrees at community colleges

IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH
January 29, 2026 9:45 am

By Brooke DraisleyLegislation allowing Iowa community colleges to offer four-year degrees in some subjects — an idea strongly opposed by Iowa private colleges — was narrowed Wednesday before passing out of an Iowa House committee.

Hawkeye Community College Announces Fall 2025 Dean's List

HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
January 28, 2026 9:26 am

Hawkeye Community College announces the Dean's List for the fall 2025 semester. The Dean's List is an official recognition of outstanding academic accomplishment by full-time students.

Mount Mercy University students named to Fall 2025 Dean's List

MOUNT MERCY UNIVERSITY
January 27, 2026 1:59 pm

 The following student(s) are named to Mount Mercy University's Fall 2025 Dean's List. Students with a semester grade point average of 3.60 or better and who are graded for six or more semester hours are eligible for inclusion on the Dean's List.