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CP-U FFA Has Outstanding Results at State Floriculture Competition

FFA
June 16, 2026 11:55 am

By Center Point-Urbana FFA Co- Reporters, Kolten McLaughlin & Kinze Manson On Tuesday, June 9th, the Center Point-Urbana FFA chapter competed at the statewide floriculture career development event competition.

Wesley Food Pantry Reschedule for Saturday June 20 8-9:30 p.m.

Wesley United Methodist Church
June 16, 2026 12:45 am

Please note that the Wesley Food Pantry eent will be rescheduled for Saturday, June 20. from 8-9:30 a.m. due to a memorial service. Unfortunately, we will not be able to accommodate latecomers due to  a memorial service at the church, so promptness is important this week.

Easton's Annual Toy Drive Underway

Valerie Close, Editor
June 16, 2026 12:36 am

The Annual Toy Drive in honor of Easton Lindaman, who passed away in February of 2021, will be held from June 15 to August 21, 2026. Easton passed away at the age of three from cancer.

V-S FFA Students Connect with 3rd Graders Through Ag Pen Pal Program

FFA
June 15, 2026 9:14 pm

By: Co-Reporter, Abby McKennaThroughout the school year, FFA students have been building a special connection with Mrs. Miller’s 3rd grade class through a pen pal program focused on agriculture literacy and mentorship.

Honoring Our Roots, Growing Our Future - 70 Years of Conservation

Benton County Conservation
June 15, 2026 1:04 am

By Shelby Williams, DirectorFor 70 years, Benton County Conservation has worked to protect, restore, and share the natural resources that make this county a special place to live, work, and explore.

Vision Dysart presents Music on Main Thursday, June 18 with Levi Temple

Vinton Today
June 11, 2026 9:03 pm

Join Vision Dysart for Summer Music on Main - Thursdays June 18th, July 16th, and August 13th.  Area businesses are sponsoring the events each month and have been generous again with their donations!  This month features Union High School band director and his personal jazz quartet.

Party in Pink 5K/10K Returns to Vinton to Support Local Breast Health Services

Virginia Gay Hospital
June 11, 2026 8:49 pm

The Virginia Gay Hospital Health Care Foundation invites the community to lace up their running shoes and join the 2026 Party in Pink 5K/10K – Brave, Strong, Beautiful on Friday, July 17, 2026, in downtown Vinton.

V-S FFA Brings “The Barn to School” at Tilford PTO Festival

FFA
June 11, 2026 11:45 am

By: Co-Reporter, Raine WheelerOn Thursday, May 14th, 2026, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter was invited to Tilford Elementary School to bring the barn to the kids, creating a whole new meaning to “my goat ate my homework.

Tree involved in one vehicle accident

Valerie Close, Editor
June 10, 2026 8:04 pm

A tree along the north side of West 5th Street near the A Avenue intersection stood its ground as it found itself at the center of an unexpected traffic incident  on Wednesday evening around 7:00 p.

Active Weather Through Mid-Week

Benton County Emergency Management
June 10, 2026 9:39 am

Update as of 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 9, 2026According to the National Weather Service, there is a potential for dangerous heat and severe storms,It is expected to be humid and very warm - through Wednesday.