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Accident near Dysart claims life of 19 Year Old
The Iowa State Patrol has released details about a fatal accident that occurred on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at approximately 5:35 p.m. The crash took place on Highway 21, south of 170th Street.Jaso...
Tree of Lights Thank You
We are overwhelmed by the generosity and support shown by our community for the 2024 Tree of Lights Campaign. Your contributions have made it possible for Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics to acquire ...
LaPorte Students to participate in University of Dubuque High School Honor Band
Over 100 band students from 27 high schools in Iowa, South Carolina, and Wisconsin will participate in the University of Dubuque High School Honor Band on Friday, January 17, 2025. Hosted by UD's Depa...
Kristie Davis Wins Holiday Lights Grand Prize!
This year’s Holiday Lights event concluded with a big win for Kristie Davis, whose name was drawn as the Grand Prize winner! Kristie’s entry was selected from an impressive 5,185 completed punch c... Vinton-Shellsburg Awarded Teacher & Paraeducator Apprenticeship Grant
Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District has been selected as one of the recipients of Governor Kim Reynolds' Teacher & Paraeducator Registered Apprenticeship (TPRA) grants. This award is part ...
UnityPoint Health/St. Luke’s Foundation Accepting Applications
UnityPoint Health - St. Luke’s Foundation is accepting applications for its Rural Healthcare Grant Program, which provides matching grant funds towards healthcare services for rural residents l...
Vinton-Shellsburg January Newsletter
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Kenney Retires from Vinton Fire Department
“Being of service to others is what brings true happiness.” – Marie OsmondThe box office was filled with cries of "Are you not entertained?!" as Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix took moviegoers... Statement Regarding Recent Incident at Virginia Gay Hospital
Virginia Gay Hospital prioritizes the safety, dignity, and privacy of all our patients and staff. A recent event at the hospital involves a confidential patient matter. Consistent with our commitment ...
VS FFA Members Shine at IAT Leadership Conferences
By: Co-Reporter, Izzie Birker On November 9th and December 7th, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA chapter got to send kids to the Ignite, Amplify, and Transform Leadership Conferences and Teach Ag and Stat...