The stories of Benton County, IA
7 narrated audio stories from across Benton County — hidden history, true crime, food legends, and local lore from its towns, landmarks, and back roads.
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Where Lefse Outlasted the Journey
How Norwegian traditions stayed alive in an Iowa community.
Herring Hotel
Where the Trains Met the Highway
A Belle Plaine hotel that fed travelers in two moving eras.
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How the County Seat Made Vinton
Why government business turned Vinton into Benton County’s hub
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From Vinton to Philadelphia’s Dugouts
A Benton County native built a long baseball life on steadiness and staying power.
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From Vinton to the Athletics’ Brightest Years
How Bing Miller rose from Vinton to baseball’s biggest stage.
Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
How Vinton Became Iowa’s Center for Blind Education
A small county seat took on a statewide mission.
Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired campus
From Campus to Statewide Lifeline
How Iowa’s school for blind students became a statewide support system.
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