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Apr
27
TrailBlazers
9:00 am
5899 29th Ave. Dr. · Vinton, IA
5899 29th Ave. Dr. · Vinton, IA
May
6
Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting
6:00 pm
508 1st Ave · Van Horne, IA
508 1st Ave · Van Horne, IA
May
20
Auditor's Office Open Late
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May
31
Auditor's Office Open Late
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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.