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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day a week late with Bob Black & Banjoy on March 22

FARMERS MERCANTILE HALL - March 18th 2026 6:29 pm

Because of the weather, Bob Black and Banjoy will be in Garrison to celebrate St Patrick's Day, this coming Sunday, March 22. Enjoy Bluegrass style, and some lively Irish tunes, songs and sing-alongs, featuring Joy Ward on the fiddle! Be ready for some great music and some delicious refreshments! Hope to see you there!Refreshments will be provided by the Garrison LibraryJoin us on Sunday, March 22nd from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pmAdmission $15, children free!Farmers Mercantile Hall is located at 100 W Main St.

80th Baby Girl saved through Iowa's Safe Haven Act in March

IOWA HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES - March 18th 2026 4:44 pm

Through the Safe Haven Law, a baby girl, born March 6 is now in the care and custody of the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and will be placed with a foster family until permanent placement is determined. This brings the overall total to 80 infants since the law went into effect more than two decades ago.Iowa’s Safe Haven Act is an option for parents in crisis who determine they cannot care for an infant up to 90 days old.

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Iowa Nurse Leaders Day on the Hill

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL - March 18th 2026 3:54 pm

Article Thumbnail. Tina Eden, Virginia Gay Hospital's CEO pictured with Charlie McClinton, State Senator

More than 240 Iowa Nurse Leaders Gather at the State Capitol for Iowa Organization for Nursing Leadership Day on the HillOn Wednesday, March 11, more than 240 nursing leaders and advocates, representing 76 Iowa hospitals and health systems across the state, gathered at the Iowa State Capitol for the Iowa Organization for Nursing Leadership (IONL) annual Day on the Hill.

Vinton Community Foundation Accepting Grant Applications through April 15

VINTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION - March 18th 2026 9:22 am

Left to right:Dakoda Sellers – representing Vinton City CouncilKyle Koeppen – representing the Vinton Shellsburg School DistrictKristine Horst – representing Vinton UnlimitedDeb Wilberg – representing Farmers Savings Bank & Trust Absent: Anne Williams representing the Vinton Area Ministerial Association.---One hundred percent of your tax-deductible contributions are used for the betterment of the Vinton community.

George G Lucky American Legion Post 57 donates to the Iowa Veterans Home

VINTON TODAY - March 18th 2026 8:32 am

The George G Lucky American Legion Auxiliary Post 57 of Vinton, Iowa recently donated funds in the amount of $11,919.90 to the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown, Iowa for the purchase of three Blanket Warmer Cabinets. This project was supported by a grant from the American Legion Auxiliary Foundation. These blanket warmers will be used in the residential facilities for the benefit of the residents.

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Free Dental Care For Kids April 3 at Hawkeye Community College Dental Clinic

HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - March 17th 2026 3:54 pm

Part of American Dental Association’s Give Kids a Smile® InitiativeFree dental care is available for children ages 3-14 during a special Give Kids a Smile® event planned for Friday, April 3, 2026, from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. in the Dental Clinic at Hawkeye Community College, 1501 E. Orange Rd, Waterloo, Iowa. Give Kids a Smile® is a national outreach program dedicated to improving children’s oral health by providing free dental care and education to underserved kids.

Children's Summer Reading Program Calendar

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY - March 17th 2026 3:54 pm

New to Summer Schedule!Your Passport to Benton County Library Adventures!Get ready for a summer of stories, stamps, and surprises! Benton County Libraries are adding a fun new twist to reading adventures. Grab your family and travel to different Benton County libraries all summer long. Every time you visit a library, bring your passport and earn a stamp!The more stamps you collect, the more prizes you unlock.

Pork in the Pantry By BENTON COUNTY PORK PRODUCERS

BENTON COUNTY PORK PRODUCERS - March 16th 2026 10:29 pm

The Benton County Pork Producers are proud to participate in the Pork in the Pantry program again this year, helping to fight food insecurity in Benton County. This year, Denise Wiley a Benton County Pork Producer coordinated and ordered $1,000 worth of pork to the Shellsburg Food Pantry and the Wesley United Methodist Church Food Pantry, ensuring that families in need have access to high quality, nutritious protein.

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Van Horne, Urbana and Atkins Family Medical Clinics closed or closing early

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL - March 16th 2026 10:35 am

Van Horne & Urbana Family Medical Clinics are closed today due to the weather.Atkins is closing at 4pm.

4th St. Diner Meal site is closed today

4TH ST. DINER - March 16th 2026 10:32 am

Due to the weather, the 4th St. Diner meal site is closed today.

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