The Vinton Fire Department responded to a fire at the home of Stephanie and Bridgette Castle in Vinton on Wednesday evening, April 1st at 11:44 p.m. The department released the following:"The Vinton Fire Department was dispatched by Benton County, Iowa Sheriff's Office Dispatch to a reported structure fire at a private residence in the 700 block of West 8th Street.

A former Vinton-Shellsburg preschool teacher is charged after police say she left bruises on a 4-year-old boy after an incident at the school.Kimberly Murray, 51 of Manchester, was charged after leaving bruises on a 4 year old boy after an incident at school   She was charged on December 15, 2025, with child endangerment, an aggravated misdemeanor and assault causing bodily injury or mental illness a serious misdemeanor.

The Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District Board of Education has selected Jon Mendoza as the district’s next superintendent, pending board finalization.

🚧  Parking Lot Construction Notice  ðŸš§Update - Delayed to April 6th due to weather!As we all know, the weather doesn’t always cooperate with our plans.

If you have a question about basically anything that happens in the great outdoors, Pat Jorgensen of Vinton is probably the guy with the answers for you.

A growing legal and financial crisis is unfolding for Sky Auto Mall dealerships in Newhall and Center Point after a court ruling allowed the seizure of millions of dollars in vehicle inventory, followed closely by bankruptcy filings from the owners.

The Shellsburg Public Library has a new service. There is now an Event Room available for rent.It is perfect for:Birthday PartiesScrap BookingCelebrationsShowersMeetingReunions and moreFor contact information see their Facebook page here.

A Youth-Focused Tree Planting Initiative Announced by Iowa Dept. of Agriculture and Vinton Tree NurseryIn honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) has partnered with Frazier Nursery on a statewide, youth-focused tree planting initiative.

By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn February 27, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA chapter hosted a fun and exciting lock-in for members to spend time together and build stronger friendships within the chapter.

The Annual meeting for the Garrison Cemetery Association will be held April 2, 2026 at 2;00 at the Garrison public library.  All shareholders are invited to attend.