A Day of Prayer for a Nation’s Journey

VINTON TODAY
May 7, 2026 11:44 am

Across the 250 years of American history, there have always been moments when people paused together. Not just in celebration or sorrow, but in reflection.

Letter to the Editor: What is a Progressive?

VINTON TODAY
May 7, 2026 7:44 am

Dear Editor:November is voting time. If a candidate says he/she is progressive you would be voting for Marxism or  Socialism and voting to end our Republic.

What section does "Grifter" fall under in the Dewey Decimal System?

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 29, 2026 10:49 pm

If your child has mastered reading and is into chapter books, you can get your own copy of "Dr." Roberts' book, called something like, "Unshakable: How to Dupe Stupid Leaders, Win the Hearts of the Mob, Inspire I.

Letter to the Editor: Thank You - Honor Flights

VINTON TODAY
April 28, 2026 4:47 pm

To Eastern Iowa Honor Flight Staff & Volunteers,I just can’t express myself enough in words to demonstrate my appreciation for the kindness and concern for all of us veterans by the staff and volunteers of the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight.

Letter to the Editor: National Volunteer Month

VINTON TODAY
April 27, 2026 12:21 pm

Dear Editor:Even at the end of life, there can be a lot of living to do. Hospice volunteers help patients and families create meaningful moments and lasting memories.

When Shootin' Your Shot Hits You Right in the Foot

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 27, 2026 12:18 pm

As I open the email each morning, sometimes I run across something that makes me chuckle. Now fraud isn't usually one of them. However, when you run across a fraudster that is so dumb, well, you have to shake your head and laugh.

Letter to the Editor: Property Rights

VINTON TODAY
April 15, 2026 11:45 am

Dear Editor,Property rights are one of the most important concerns for Benton County residents—especially for farmers and landowners who depend on their ability to make decisions about their own land.

Apparently Facebook thinks that Vinton Today is now a big deal

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 7, 2026 11:43 am

Facebook memories are a fun thing usually. For example, did you know that 4 years ago we had a tornado hit Vinton? I wrote an article about hearing the sirens and not worrying until the siren sounded for the third time.

When we say, "No man left behind"

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 6, 2026 11:03 am

If you are like I am, as soon as I heard that we had a plane shot down over Iran I thought immediately of this image. I thought of Christopher Stevens, the captured and tortured U.

No I.C.E. but Bring on the Kings!

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
April 2, 2026 4:41 pm

For the most part this election season has found me pretty much out of the loop when it comes to who is running for any office outside our county. I am just thoroughly burned out on the circus.