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V-S Elementary Schools to Launch New Research-Based Literacy Curriculum
Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District is taking bold steps to improve reading outcomes for its elementary students by adopting a new, research-based literacy curriculum. Beginning in the fall of...
Science, Soil, and Steel: VS FFA Competes in State CDEs
By: Co-Reporter, Bri DulinOn Tuesday, May 20th, 11 members of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter participated in the State Food Science, Agronomy, and Ag Mechanics Career Development Events. The State ... Baby Girl Declared Safe Haven in May
Through the Safe Haven Law, a baby girl, born May 23, 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 p...
County Dog Ordinance under discussion again in Benton County
At Tuesday's meeting of the Benton County Supervisors had at the top of the agenda, the topic of amending County Ordinance 37. Derek Marsh, one of the Assistant County Attorneys, opened the meeting wi... Vinton's Public Library holding Quilt Auction to benefit Adult Programming
The Vinton Public Library is holding a silent auction to raise funds for our adult programming. Thanks to the help of Cheryl and Donna, our quilt is now complete! Over a dozen local quilters submitt... New Name. New Vibe. Same Small-Town Charm
We’re excited to invite you to be part of something fresh and inspiring—Maker’s Market on Main, Dysart’s newly reimagined craft and art fair, happening Saturday, June 14th on Main Street! Join... Benton County Sheriff's Department warns of Scam
We received multiple calls today from residents in Benton County. A message was received telling the resident that they need to contact the DMV in reference to an unpaid tickets/fines, or their licens... Art by Victoria Humiston on Display at the Vinton Public Library
Stop into the library to check out our newest display, featuring award-winning artwork by local artist Victoria Humiston! Her piece entitled 'One Acre' just returned home after being featured in a ye... Shellsburg Public Library makes ADA Upgrade
The Shellsburg Public Library is excited to announce that an ADA-accessible automatic door has been installed to better serve all members of our community.Thanks to donations made by the following, th... Wind Turbine Recycling in Benton County?
On Tuesday, June 10, at 9:15 a.m. the Benton County Supervisors will be asked to approve a land use change in Benton County. The address of the land change from agricultural use is the "southeast one-...