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Notice of Public Hearing-"Animal Shelter"
posted 9/26/25
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Notice of Public Hearing-"Cherveny Wildlife Area"
posted 9/26/25
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Correctional Officer
posted 9/18/25
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Oct
6
Nature at Night
7:00 pm
5718 20th Ave Drive · Vinton, IA
5718 20th Ave Drive · Vinton, IA
Oct
11
Foundation Chili Cook-Off
12:01 am
1949 Benton/Iowa Rd · Blairstown, IA
1949 Benton/Iowa Rd · Blairstown, IA
Oct
18
Flora, Fauna & Females: Women's Camp Out
10:30 am
3150 57th St Trail, Center Point, IA 52213 · Vinton, IA
3150 57th St Trail, Center Point, IA 52213 · Vinton, IA
Oct
23
Nocturnal Animals
10:00 am
5718 20th Ave Drive · Vinton, IA
5718 20th Ave Drive · Vinton, IA
About Benton County
Benton County was formed on December 21, 1837, from sections of Dubuque County. It was named after Thomas Hart Benton, lawyer, colonel of the War of 1812, and Senator from Missouri for a period of 30 years. Benton County is home to 14 communities and 25,575 residents.
The County is administered by a three-member Board of Supervisors who are elected for four-year terms. Other elected officials include the Attorney, Auditor, Recorder, Sheriff, and Treasurer.