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Today, Governor Kim Reynolds signed the following bills into law:HF 117: A bill for an act establishing the National Guard Service Professional Qualification Scholarship Program.HF 118: A bill for an act modifying provisions related to the National Guard Service Scholarship Program.SF 275: A bill for an act requiring the director of the Department of Education to develop and administer a purple star school initiative.

As part of the Shellsburg Area Community Group’s (SACG) ongoing efforts to improve the city's park areas, the Parks Committee undertook the task of researching, funding, acquiring and installing a steel shaded canopy and picnic table on a concrete pad during the fall of 2024. It is at the East end of Memorial Park. SACG received a generous grant from the Benton County Community Foundation.

Today, Governor Kim Reynolds signed the following bills into law:SF 470: A bill for an act relating to prior authorization for dental care services, notice to dental care providers that a dental care service plan is state-regulated, and the recovery of overpayments by a dental carrier.HF 805: A bill for an act relating to the practice of dental assistants without registration by the dental board.

Meeting to focus on college’s workforce and training efforts in Benton County Kirkwood Community College will hold the next meeting of the institution’s Benton County Leadership Council on May 15, from 1-2:30 p.m., at Kirkwood's Benton County Center in Vinton. Kirkwood President Kristie Fisher, college officials, local community leaders and members of the general public are all expected to be in attendance.

At its April meeting, the Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District Board of Directors approved several key items in preparation for the 2025-2026 school year, including a new elementary literacy curriculum and personnel changes. Superintendent Kyle Koeppen also provided updates on negotiations, scholarships, and upcoming public forums on facility improvements.

Post Prom 2025 would like to thank all the community sponsors, committee members, and parent volunteers for helping us provide a safe and fun Post Prom party for the Vinton-Shellsburg Junior and Senior classes. We are thankful to live in such a supportive community, because we truly could not do it without you!Post Prom Sponsors:AirFXBarron Chiropractic/Stacie MarzenBeast & BirdBerry’s LanesBlessed DuoBrickside Brew and ChewCameron’s Clothing CoCasey’sCedar Rapids KernelsCedar Valley Bank and TrustChick-fil-AClickStopCobblestone Inn and SuitesCranky Hank’sCrumbl CookiesDavid Happel Law OfficesECI RECEdward JonesErvin Motor CoFarewayFarmer’s Savings Bank and TrustFreddy’s Frozen CustardGriffith CollisionH2 PizzaHenkle Creek MercantileHyVee Dollar FreshIMCAJohn Leonard State Farm InsuranceKwik StarLa Grange PharmacyLa’James International CollegeLocal EditionLotus RestaurantMartin Eye ClinicMcDowell’sMossman Law FirmPhillips Funeral HomesPizza RanchRobert Fischer Law FirmRooster Detailing and AutoRoy’s FoodlandSchminke ExcavatingSpare TimeDr.

We're Live! Check Out the City's New Website! We are excited to announce that our newly designed website is officially live! After several months of work, we've created a fresh, modern and user-friendly platform to better serve you. Check out our new features:Mobile-friendly designEasier navigation with the online utility payment portal easy to findUpdated contentDirect online submission on some formsDepartment contact informationVisit https://www.

The Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District invites families, staff, and community members to participate in two upcoming community forums focused on our school facilities and future planning. These forums are a continuation of the important conversations we’ve been having around our facilities, grade alignment, and the long-term needs of our district.

Join Us in Celebrating Iowa’s School Board Members This MayMay is School Board Recognition Month, a time to honor the dedicated individuals who serve as a Guiding Light for Student Success in Iowa’s public schools. Sponsored by the Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB), this month-long celebration recognizes the vital role school board members play in shaping education and supporting students.

Photo Caption: Chaplain Brian Reeves receives his certificate for the designation of Chaplain 1 for The Salvation Army.Presenting is Roseann Rustia, the Territorial Chaplains Coordinator. This took place on April 8th, 2024 at the Division Summit Training in South Sioux Center, Nebraska. Three other local Benton County team members attended the training also.