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Community steps up to lend a hand to the Sam and Cliff McKinley Family

Salvation Army Has Successful Red Kettle Campaign Again in 2021

If you need help with energy bills, apply through April 30
If you are currently eligible for the LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance) Program, you are automatically eligible for Weatherization Program services.Iowa received more than double its usual federal allocation for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, the White House announced Friday.“These resources are already allowing states across the country to provide more home energy relief to low-income Americans than ever before,” a White House news release read.
Humiston participates in Voice of Democracy Scholarship Essay Contest

2nd Break-in at John's Qwik Stop in 2 Days
January 22, 2022, at around 04:38AM, John’s Qwik Stop called the Benton County Sheriff’s Office to report that the business had been broken into again and no one was inside at the time of the report.Vinton Police Officers responded to the burglary at John’s Qwik Stop at 804 C Avenue. Officers determined that entry was gained again through the drive through window located on the north side of the building after damaging the back door, in an attempt to gain entry.
Vinton Police Department makes arrests in Burglary at Area Business
January 21, 2022, at around 3:38AM a delivery person called the Benton County Sheriff’s Office to report that a
business had been broken into and people were still inside or on the property.
Vinton Police Officers responded to a burglary in progress at John’s Qwik Stop at 804 C Avenue. After arriving
on scene, Officers determined that entry was gained through the drive through window located on the north
side of the building.
Vinton Parks and Rec to use HOT Grant for Esports

Attorney General Tom Miller addresses Fentanyl and Opiod use
On Thursday morning, Iowa's Attorney General addressed the opioid and fentanyl use in the last year. "The deaths have been heartbreaking to see, as well as the pain and suffering of those addicted as well as their family and friends," Miller said. Miller said his office has worked really hard on the issues surrounding the crisis over the last 5 years.
Vinton County Club received grant toward Golf Simulator

Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Learns About Their Purpose
