NEWS

New V-S superintendent welcomed at open house

    VINTON — A new era for the Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District began Wednesday, as Mary Jo Hainstock officially began her duties as District superintendent.

From stump to something beautiful

    VINTON — When Jeff and Rhonda Sojka looked for something unique to do with an old tree in their back yard, they knew just the man to call. It was up to local chain saw carver Brian Parr to turn what was left of that old tree into something unique.

Lt. Governor encourages Iowans to vacation close to home

DES MOINES (AP) — Lt. Gov. Patty Judge wants Iowans to take their vacations closer to home this summer.

Dysart plans Fourth of July celebration

    DYSART — Fireworks, games and the annual parade are on tap this weekend in Dysart, as the eastern Iowa community celebrates America’s independence with its annual celebration.

Eight from area named all-state

Union freshman forward Darian Powell led the eight area girls’ soccer players who were named to the all-state girls’ soccer team this week.

Vikettes sweep past Columbus

VINTON — The Vinton-Shellsburg softball team put the bat on the ball successfully on Monday night, unleashing one of its best offensive nights of the season in a sweep over Columbus.

Vikes earn split with visiting Sailors

VINTON — The Vinton-Shellsburg baseball team had another solid night of hitting in a split with WaMaC West rival Waterloo Columbus on Monday.

Time to slow down and look around

It is that time of year, when I shut off my TV and ignore national sports until the NFL begins. Should be a good time for me to get outside, apart from work, that is.

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