Pat Jorgensen Recognized as an Environmental Hero Among Us

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 29, 2026 12:12 pm

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.

Vehicles hitting the road from Sky Auto

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
March 27, 2026 11:43 am

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.

Shellsburg Public Library offers Event Room

SHELLSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
March 26, 2026 5:48 pm

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.

Youth-Focused Tree Planting Initiative Announced

VINTON TODAY
March 26, 2026 5:48 pm

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.

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

FFA
March 25, 2026 4:50 pm

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.

Annual meeting for the Garrison Cemetery Association, April 2, 2026

GARRISON CEMETERY ASSOCIATION
March 25, 2026 4:44 pm

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.

Keep Iowa Beautiful Announces Annual Pick-Up Iowa Program

KEEP IOWA BEAUTIFUL
March 24, 2026 12:56 pm

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.

See the Easter Bunny on Friday, March 27, between 10 and 11:00 a.m. at the SPL

SHELLSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
March 24, 2026 12:56 pm

The Library Director, Marge McDonald would like to invite you to stop at the Shellsburg Public Library to check out the new display!Stop in and say hi and check out the latest books, DVDs, etc.

Vinton-Shellsburg Board of Education Names Superintendent Finalist

VINTON SHELLSBURG COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
March 23, 2026 11:48 am

The Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District Board of Education has selected two finalists for the district’s next superintendent. The finalists are Darin Jones and Jon Mendoza.

Honoring Agriculture: V-S FFA Drive Your Tractor to School Day

FFA
March 22, 2026 2:06 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn Wednesday March 18, students participated in the Drive Your Tractor to School Day. 13 tractors took part in this unique tradition.