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Youth-Focused Tree Planting Initiative Announced

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.
Article Thumbnail. Members Will Kreutner and Carter Smith making Tie Blankets for the Children’s hospital.

FFA Lock-In Brings Members Together for a Night of Fun

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.
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Keep Iowa Beautiful Announces Annual Pick-Up Iowa Program

Keep Iowa Beautiful is calling on Iowans to help achieve our statewide goal of 2,500 volunteers to clean up litter across the state this spring. Iowans are invited to host a 2026 Pick-Up Iowa event in their communities.
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Add Trees this Spring!

The Iowa DNR, in partnership with Alliant Energy, offers various hardwood, ornamental, and evergreen tree species for $25 each. Alliant Energy customers can buy up to two of the following trees: Sugar Maple Hackberry Thornless Honeylocust - Skyline Swamp White Oak Serviceberry - Autumn Brilliance Eastern White Pine Tree pick up is offered at Benton County Nature Center (5718 20th Ave Dr, Vinton) on Thursday, April 23, 4:00-6:00 p.
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