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posted 3/23/24
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Apr
1
Suicide Prevention Coalition Meeting
6:00 pm
508 1st Ave · Van Horne, IA
508 1st Ave · Van Horne, IA
Apr
13
Building Better Birders Workshop #3
7:00 am
5718 20th Ave Drive · Vinton, IA
5718 20th Ave Drive · Vinton, IA
Apr
16
Benton County Conservation Foundation Meeting
6:00 pm
5718 20th Ave Drive · Vinton, IA
5718 20th Ave Drive · Vinton, IA
Apr
18
Auditor's Office Open Late
8:00 am
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.