Outdoor activities (softball/baseball) will be played today, Thursday, June 29, as scheduled. If you have any questions, please contact coaches or our AD. Thank you
The Varsity double-header softball games scheduled for tonight, Wed. June 28, are postponed. Thank you.
Information on the Benton Community School District - Instructional Support Levy renewal and continuation. Please read the document attached!
All noon games (baseball and softball) are canceled for today, Wed. June 28 due to poor/hazardous air situation. The decision about the evening double-header softball game yet to be determined. Stay tuned!
Baseball games scheduled for tonight at our high school baseball field are canceled due to the poor/hazardous air situation. Teams are allowed to practice indoors. Coaches will be in contact with players regarding practice. Thank you.
REGIONAL SOFTBALL PAIRINGS!
The Benton School Board recognized the Superintendent, Dr. Ewell, and her service to the district/ upcoming retirement as well as service from Deputy Brandt and Director Phillips. The Board also receives a report and overview from Food Service Director Mrs. Morris and Curriculum Director Mrs. Selk.
NEW HOMESTEAD PROPERTY TAX CREDIT FOR BENTON COUNTY RESIDENTS 65 YEARS AND OLDER - APPLICATION DUE JULY 1, 2023 !!!
From the Benton Co. Assessor:
As you may have heard from the local news, on Facebook or through word of mouth, new legislation was passed to allow property owners, 65 years or older, to apply for an exemption along with their Homestead credit. Our office has seen a good volume of traffic come in to sign up but we want to make sure those who are qualified are made aware of this new exemption. The deadline to qualify for the 2023 exemption, for taxes payable 2024-2025, is July 1st so we are on short time to try to reach everyone we can.
Please review the attached flyer and spread the news to your family, friends, neighbors and/or constituents. I am also attaching the Homestead Credit and Exemption Application for you to print out if anyone requests one. There are other ways to access the application electronically, through our website on the “links and forms” page or through a property search on Beacon (fillable form hyperlink located at the bottom of the results page).
If there’s any questions, feel free to contact our office. Thank you for your time!
Jordon Neve
Benton County Assessor’s Office
111 East 4th Street
Vinton, IA 52349
bcassessor@bentoncountyia.gov
P: 319.472.5211 │ F: 319.472.5212
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Benton ball teams travel to Marion
Compliments of Jim Magdefrau
Jun 13
Benton Community Baseball
Monday, June 12, 2023, at Marion
Benton 9, Marion 1
BC 151 020 0 – 9
M 000 100 0 – 1
No statistics yet
Marion 7, Benton 6
BC 001 230 000 000 – 6
M 201 012 000 001 – 7
Benton travels to Grinnell on Tuesday, June 13, in a JV/Varsity match. The varsity game starts at 7:30 p.m. They host West Liberty on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at 5 p.m. They host South Tama on Thursday, June 15, 2023, for a doubleheader. Friday they host West Branch on Friday, June 16, 2023, for one varsity game.
Benton Community Softball
Monday, June 12, 2023, at Marion
Benton 6, Marion 3
BC 003 020 1 – 6
M 100 000 0 – 3
Benton 5, Marion 3
BC 002 201 0 – 5
M 100 000 2 - 3
No statistics yet.
Benton hosts South Tama (0-15) on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. They play at the Roland-Story Kiwanis Softball Tournament on Friday, June 16, and Saturday, June 16.
Thank you Benton Community, for the wonderful Retirement Open House! It was heartwarming and I enjoyed visiting with all who attended. I will miss Benton!
Dr. Pamela Ewell, Superintendent
Benton Community will have a Noon (12:00 p.m.) dismissal TODAY (Thursday, June 1) for professional development. Happy Summer Break!
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
I get the unbelievable honor of serving as the High School Principal at Benton Community for the last 3 years. It has been the honor of my life to be able to serve the families at Benton for the last 15 years in the classroom and as an administrator in various roles. In my non-school time, I enjoy working in my yard, attending Iowa State Football Games, and spending time with my family.
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
BC baseball wins at home, softball wins on the road
Benton Community baseball
Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at Van Horne
Benton 10, Vinton-Shellsburg 3
VS 003 000 0 – 3
BC 334 000 x – 10
No statistics yet.
Benton travels to Williamsburg (7-3) on Thursday, June 1, at 5 p.m. They host East Marshall (9-4) on Friday, June 2, 2023, at 7:30 p.m.
Benton Community softball
Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at Monticello
Benton 2, Monticello 0
BC 100 010 0 – 2
M 000 000 0 – 0
No statistics yet.
Benton (4-5) travels to Williamsburg (6-0) on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. They host Cedar Rapids Xavier (6-1) on Saturday, June 3, at 3 p.m.
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
#BeABobcat
#APlaceToBelong
Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
BC splits in baseball with West Delaware
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Beckman Sports Complex
West Delaware 3, Benton 2
BC 000 020 0 - 2
WD 000 010 2 - 3
Benton (6-1) lost the first game of a doubleheader at Manchester against West Delaware (3-1) Benton had six hits. Cael Kaestner was 1 for 3. Wyatt Rinderknecht was 1 for 3. Easton Patterson was 2 for 3. Ryan Finn was 1 for 2 with a double. Blake Daugherty was 1 for 3. The team had five strikeouts and no walks. Benton had three errors. Jordan Thys started for six innings, allowing five hits, one run, walking two and striking out 10. Rinderknecht closed for two-thirds of an inning, allowing three hits, two earned runs, and striking out one.
Benton 4, West Delaware 2
BC 000 011 2 - 4
WD 000 020 0 - 2
Benton finished strong in the second game for a WaMaC win. Benton had seven hits. Thys was 1 for 2. Evan Daugherty was 2 for 4. Cael Kaestner was 1 for 4 a double and one RBI. Rinderknecht was 1 for 3. Patterson was 1 for 3. Finn was 1 for 4. The team had six strikeouts and six walks. Patterson stole one base. The team had no errors. Lane Kaestner threw for six innings for the win. He allowed five hits, two earned runs, walked two and struck out seven. Drew Fillenworth threw for one inning, allowing no hits or runs and striking out one.
Benton hosts Clear Creek Amana for two games on Thursday, May 25, at 5 p.m., and hosts Waverly-Shell Rock (1-2) on Friday, May 26, in non-conference action at 7:30 p.m.
Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
BC girls open softball with sweep of West Delaware
Benton softball
Monday, May 22, 2023, at West Delaware High School Sill Field, Manchester
Benton 8, West Delaware 6
BC 002 122 1 – 8
WD 401 010 0 – 6
Benton (2-0) 5, West Delaware (0-2) 4
No statistics yet.
Courtesy of Jim Magdefrau
BC soccer loses in tourney at Williamsburg
Benton soccer
Monday, May 22, 2023, at Williamsburg High School.
Williamsburg (13-3) 3, Benton (7-10) 1
BC 0 1 – 1
W 1 2 – 3
No statistics available.
