VHS Band Christmas Serenade
This morning the VHS Marching Band made a stop by City Hall to perform Christmas carols to the delight of City of Vinton staff.
Author: Amanda Stutes
In Memoriam Jason T. McGee
Vinton Police Officer Jason McGee passed away on Friday, December 13, 2019, following a long fight against cancer. The funeral will be at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church in Lake Charles at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 17, 2019.
New Recreation Center Groundbreaking
The Ward 7 Recreation Center broke ground on Friday, November 1, on the new 32,060 sq ft community center at 1615 Horridge St. Pat Williams Construction will build the new center at a contract price of $4,190,000.00 with a completion date of the summer of 2021. The building will feature one full and one half basketball court, with the ability to accommodate a full volleyball court, two activity rooms, an exercise room, a walking track, a kitchen, concession area, and business/office space.
On hand for the groundbreaking were the Ward 7 Recreation Center board members, direct, Mayor Stinson, and others. Refreshments were served afterwards in the old Recreation Center gym.
Scott Spell, President 
Mayor Stinson 
2019 Homecoming Parade Lineup Information
We are not assigning spots this year. Participants will line up on a first come, first serve basis except for current class floats and homecoming court members. Numbers will be assigned before the parade starts.
Line up will begin at 3:00 pm at the intersection of Horridge St and Grace Ave then continue west on Grace then north on Stevenson and west on Perry if needed. The parade itself will start at 4:00 pm.
All entries (except current class and court floats) need to come down Perry St from West St and then go South on Stevenson to line up.
Street closures by 3:00 pm!!! Horridge St will be closed to all traffic at the recreation center. Perry St will also be closed to all traffic between Stevenson St and Horridge St. Grace Ave will be closed at the high school.
Current class floats and homecoming court ONLY report to the front of the high school to line up. Someone from the fire department will be there to line them up by class prior to the parade start.
LMA District “G” Meeting
This year Vinton hosted the Louisiana Municipal Association’s District “G” meeting at the Vinton Knights of Columbus Hall. The highlight of the evening were the nomination of candidates for the upcoming officer elections. Mayor Kenneth Stinson was nominated for reelection as LMA Vice President.
Mayor Stinson Opening Remarks 
Chow Line 
Cake 
Service with a smile 
LMA President and Councilmember Stephanie Hardy 
“Poochie” Wilkinson 90th Birthday
Long-time Vinton resident Samuel “Poochie” Wilkinson celebrated his 90th birthday at the United Methodist Church on April 28, 2019. In honor of his services to the community and the military, Mayor Kenneth Stinson presented Mr. Wilkinson with a proclamation stating April 28 to be Sam “Poochie” Wilkinson Day.
Mr. Wilkinson has three children: Deborah, Scott, and Sam.
Sam “Poochie” Wilkinson 
Military Honors 
Wilkinson Family
Vinton Public Works Accepting Applications
The Town of Vinton Public Works Department is now seeking applications for several open positions:
- Fulltime water/wastewater operator, Level II Certifications preferred.
- Fulltime lineman in the Electrical Department.
- Temporary employee in Public Works.
Salary will be based on experience. Applications may be picked up at and submitted to Vinton City Hall on Monday to Thursday 7:30 am – 5:00 pm and Friday 8:00 am – noon. For more information, please contact Terry Vice, Director of Public Works, at City Hall (337-589-7453). The Town of Vinton is an equal opportunity employer.
In Memoriam David T. Riggins
Farewell and Funeral Service
We are saddened to report the death of David T. Riggins, the former Mayor of Vinton. We offer our condolences and sympathies to all family and friends.
David Riggins was mayor of Vinton from 2000 until 2007, when he accepted a position as financial advisor with Government Consultants, Inc. He had served the Vinton community in different roles over the years, including Mayor, City Councilman, Justice of the Peace, board member of the Ward 7 Recreation Center, and President of the Louisiana Municipal Association.
Please send your prayers and best wishes to his family in this time of grief.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 23 at:
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church
300 N. Blake St
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Visitation will start at 9:00 am and the funeral will be at 11:00 am.
Mary Landrieu & David Riggins 
Ribbon Cutting Police Station Dedication 2005
President’s Day Closure
City Hall will be closed for President’s Day on Monday, February 18, 2019.
Community Christmas 2018
Group Photo with Santa 
Santa giving a present to Drake Quebedeaux 
Drake Quebedeaux
Santa Claus dropped by City Hall to make a special appearance with a bounty of toys for tots. On hand to receive presents as part of his Make a Wish was Drake Quebedeaux.