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VAN HORNE – Dr. Pam Ewell sits in the organized confusion that is registration day at the Benton Community High School talking with a young couple concerned about their child’s first days of school.
FFA Market Lamb Champions Crowned
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NEWHALL – Two decorated World War II veterans received a gift from a local Iowa chapter of Quilts of Valor over the weekend.
Dr. Mangold and Virginia Gay Hospital are excited to now offer a medically supervised weight management program beginning on September 5th. The clinic will be held on Thursdays at the Vinton Family Medical Clinic, 504 N. 9th Avenue, Vinton. There is a one-time enrollment fee of $399, payable…
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BRANDON – “Rats everywhere” is the way Tracy Belle of Wildthunder Wildlife & Animal Rehabilitation & Sanctuary described the home of a recent multiple dog rescue.
DES MOINES – Jean Scherr of West Des Moines claimed the Best of Show title in the Hand Knitting division of the Fabric and Threads contest judged prior to the start of the 2019 Iowa State Fair.
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We are thrilled to announce that the 150 Women books are now available! The books highlight the 150+ women that have been submitted as the women making a difference. Short biographies and photos of almost all of the women are included in the publication.
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DES MOINES – There were 409 exhibitors that entered 1,181 exhibits in the Photography contest judged Wednesday prior to the start of the 2019 Iowa State Fair.
Keep Iowa Beautiful received a $7,500 grant from ITC Midwest to encourage student volunteerism for community service throughout Iowa. The grant will be used to support the Keep Iowa Beautiful (KIB) programming to connect community service needs with the personal interests and values of students.
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DES MOINES — Grand Champion honors were awarded Thursday in the FFA Market and Carcass Lamb shows at the 2019 Iowa State Fair.
DES MOINES _Over 260 exhibitors showed over 500 hogs at the FFA Market Swine Show during the 2019 Iowa State Fair.
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VINTON – John Schoettmer wants people to stop into his son’s tire store during the Vinton Sesquicentennial to check out some of the things he’s collected over the years.
DES MOINES – David Paustain of Vinton placed second in the Speciality Craft Brewing competition at the Iowa State Fair. Amateur brewers from across the state competed for top honors in the 2019 Iowa State Fair Oenology – Beer competition.
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VINTON — There will be an extra line on the ballot during November’s general general for Vinton City Council.
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VINTON – As temperatures finally begin to rise and melt the winter snow, some are beginning to express concern about another flood of the Cedar River.
CEDAR FALLS – Taylor Wheeler thought about new hairstyles on Friday afternoon. She had to since her long blond locks would be cut off the next evening.
VINTON – A nurse who lives in Benton County has been recognized for their contributions to the profession.
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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.– When Tyler Reddick takes the green flag for his first NASCAR Monster Cup race, the experienced eyes of Garrison native Steve Barkdoll wilk talk him around the track from h…
Travel anywhere in Benton County is being discouraged because of the blowing snow and wind chills.
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All Charges are subject to review by The Benton County Attorney’s Office. An arrest or criminal charge is merely an accusation and the Defendant is presumed innocent, unless proven guilty. Int…
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A criminal investigation is under way in Benton County but authorities are tight-lipped about the nature of the crime and its whereabouts.
All Charges are subject to review by The Benton County Attorney’s Office. An arrest or criminal charge is merely an accusation and the Defendant is presumed innocent, unless proven guilty. Int…
The long march through the summer sports season has come to a screeching halt. The state baseball tournament finals on Aug. 3 marks the end of a season of rain delays, muggy nights and one particularly noisy night at the Benton County Fair that agitated one sports editor and possibly one Vin…
Maybe it was a case of tired arms. Maybe the opposition was just better.
[Sports Editor’s note: This recap is from Benton’s district semifinal game from Friday. For coverage of yesterday’s final, please visit communitynewspapergroup.com/vinton_newspapers or follow …
A big emphasis for coaches in postseason play is to have their team energized. Benches, they feel, should be cheering on their teammates both at the plate and in the field.
Angie Gorkow made her way down a line of teammates. The senior leader of the Bobcats embraced each one after the team’s postgame huddle with tears lingering in her eyes.
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VINTON – Benton County Supervisors took no action Tuesday on in initiating a review of the three decade old land use ordinance.
VINTON — Coots Materials Company employees were recognized at the Iowa Limestone Producer’s Association’s 74th Annual Convention recently held in Iowa City.
Press Release – Ideal Industries, Inc., ABCO Manufacturing, Inc.
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There are several well-known factors that contribute to aging: smoking, stress, sun exposure and genetics, among them. But what you may not realize is what you put on your plate can also cause you to look beyond your year.
It can sometimes be difficult to get kids outdoors for exercise when the weather is harsh, says Jennifer Jewell, a physical therapist in Jefferson Township. That’s one of the main reasons she enrolled her three children in the iXL Rehab, Exercise and Wellness Center’s Excel Sports Performance youth camp.
While eating meatless has an array of health benefits and even significantly reduces your carbon footprint, there is undoubtedly a price you pay cutting out meat. Vegetarians and vegans commonly struggle with making up these crucial nutrients and vitamins.
Summer vacation is well under way, and with a lack of recess and physical education, parents may be looking for different ways to get kids outside and staying active. A great way to keep children from becoming couch potatoes for three months is to go for a hike.
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is caused when an individual witnesses or experiences a tragic event. Though they may not surface for months or years, symptoms include sleeplessness, depression, a heightened state of anxiety, flashbacks to the event and avoidance of places, people or activities that are reminders of the trauma. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), 7.7 million adults in the U.S. live with PTSD, though women are more likely to develop this condition.
MONTEZUMA — Authorities have announced Tuesday afternoon that a man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the disappearance of Mollie Tibbetts.
