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News : Recker Sworn in to fill 4th Ward Council Seat
Thursday night's council meeting began with the swearing in of Wesley Recker (pronounced Raker) to the 4th Ward council seat. Recker takes the seat that was vacated by Bethany Gates. Also in attendance were Recker's wife Amanda and their three children Lincoln, Lowen and Livie. Welcome to the Vinton City...
Major Prime Contractor Selects Crystal Group for CSfC Enablement Program
HIAWATHA, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 13, 2024-- Crystal Group, Inc., a trusted designer and manufacturer of rugged high-performance edge compute solutions, secured a multimillion-dollar contract with a major defense contractor to deliver rugged, cybersecurity-enabled, Crystal Group solutions for deployment in advanced radar systems used by the United States Army. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240513172106/en/ Crystal Group rugged servers will be deployed in radar systems used to detect incoming missile and artillery attacks. (Photo: Business Wire)
Fayette County Sheriff’s Office looking for suspect in hit and run crash that damaged vehicle
WEST UNION, Iowa (KCRG) - The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding a driver involved in a “hit-and-run” crash on Tuesday morning. The sheriff’s office said it happened on the Eldorado hill just before 7 a.m. The suspect vehicle was a white Ford...
Ely city leaders discuss Fringe Area Plan with Linn County homeowners
ELY, Iowa — Folks in Linn County got a close look at Ely's Fringe Area Plan on Monday. City leaders held an open house meeting at Ely City Hall to provide details about the plans and some of the proposed changes the city would like to make. People in attendance were also invited to give feedback about those proposed changes.
Holladay Rules Independence LM Run
INDEPENDENCE, Iowa — Chad Holladay claimed Saturday’s 30-lap Tribute to Legends dirt late model feature at Independence Motor Speedway. He earned $3,000 for the Malvern Bank East Series triumph. Early leader Andy Eckrich finished second, with Derrick Stewart, Nick Marolf and Blair Nothdurft completing the top five. The...
Eastern Iowa City Getting New Fire Station Four Years After Derecho
(Atkins, IA) -- An eastern Iowa city is getting a new fire station four years after the 2020 Derecho destroyed their old one. The city of Atkins, west of Cedar Rapids, has finally received approval from FEMA to build a replacement station at a cost estimated at 5.5 million dollars.
Bevans claims she never meant to kill her stepmother; lays blame on boyfriend
VINTON, Iowa — Samantha Bevans, the woman accused of killing her stepmother, took the stand in her own defense today. Bevans is facing life in prison for the murder of Jodie Bevans nearly two years ago. Bevans claims she was an unwitting participant and that her boyfriend is the...
Events and Activities : Candidate Forum, May 18, 10:00 a.m.
Benton County Republicans have announced plans for a Candidate Forum for those running for office in the June 4th Primary. The event will be held at the Farmer's Mercantile Hall, located at 100 W. Main St. in Garrison. The event will be held on Saturday, May 18th beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Study: Hiawatha could support full-service hotel
HIAWATHA, Iowa (KCRG) - A study commissioned by officials in Hiawatha shows the city could support a hotel, according to the Corridor Business Journal. Core Distinction Group, a Wisconsin-based company, conducted the study. The company proposed the hotel could be developed near the intersection of I-380 and Boyson Road. The...
News : Vinton Police Department Log for Week of April 29-May 5, 2024
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. Intrastate Warrants are issued by Law Enforcement Agencies for crimes happening in their jurisdictions. Three Adult Arrests. April 25. Aaron...
Obituaries : Keith Christianson
Keith Christianson, 80, of Garrison, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Evergreen Cemetery, Vinton, with Pastor Richard Jumper as officiant. Van Steenhuyse-Teahen Funeral Home is caring for Keith and his family. Keith was born October 13,...
News : Vinton Shellsburg to participate in Free Summer Lunch Program
Vinton Shellsburg CSD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children 18 and under without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination during the meal service. Meals will be provided, at a first come, first serve basis, at the sites and times as follows:
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