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OUR
HISTORY

Vinton County, named after US Representative Samuel Finley Vinton, was established in 1850. The county is home to the second largest state forest in Ohio and is also proud to have been the home of Ohio's first female sheriff, Maude Collins (1926). The county’s growth was fueled by the expansion of the railroads and the booming timber industry, which played a significant role in its development. Over the years, Vinton County has evolved from a rugged wilderness into a peaceful and historically rich area, preserving many of its 19th-century landmarks and maintaining a strong sense of local heritage.








![Vinton County’s out here lookin’ like a postcard 😍 Got a reason you love it here? Tell us! Today’s the LAST day to send a video saying: ‘My name is [Your Name] and I love VC because [Your Reason]’ — be sure to film it horizontal, (sideways).
Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of our video! 🎥🌳💚
Submit your video here: https://forms.gle/M91TVNSgdJT8NDCg9](https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/v/t39.30808-6/495151723_122149747712546425_8688780846244421578_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=BSBCEJSPGPwQ7kNvwHzx0wl&_nc_oc=Adna-tEhzOejprEoJ6nNrQ0SCuulzK-OnUtWhGnvzIgjOr5XeiBcNNbEpYWgdxwEZ1g&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=LPDK30fyO4RN70J8j6Ncug&oh=00_AfLtBAXB0-A_FHBsYV8wDKdLVJwIsuB-mdkx0F1mHXTksQ&oe=6829B8A8)
![Vinton County’s out here lookin’ like a postcard 😍 Got a reason you love it here? Tell us! Today’s the LAST day to send a video saying: ‘My name is [Your Name] and I love VC because [Your Reason]’ — be sure to film it horizontal, (sideways).
Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of our video! 🎥🌳💚
Submit your video here: https://forms.gle/M91TVNSgdJT8NDCg9](https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/v/t39.30808-6/495151723_122149747712546425_8688780846244421578_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=BSBCEJSPGPwQ7kNvwHzx0wl&_nc_oc=Adna-tEhzOejprEoJ6nNrQ0SCuulzK-OnUtWhGnvzIgjOr5XeiBcNNbEpYWgdxwEZ1g&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=LPDK30fyO4RN70J8j6Ncug&oh=00_AfLtBAXB0-A_FHBsYV8wDKdLVJwIsuB-mdkx0F1mHXTksQ&oe=6829B8A8)


![🎉 The Wild Turkey Festival is in full swing, and your 2024 Queen and Court say they love Vinton County because of it!
💛 Want to share why you love VC? Be part of our community video project!
📍 Stop by the Tourism Office today between 2–7 PM to film your video
📹 Or submit your own at this link: https://forms.gle/bYGrQjPAe6mGobJm8
🎬 Just hold your phone sideways and say:
“My name is [your name], and I love Vinton County because [your reason]!”
✨ We’re accepting videos until May 9—join the fun and show your VC pride!
*We get it-the love streches far and wide! You do not have to live in the county to submit a video.](https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/494527450_2016154762209804_4252094230670740017_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=7wkM56bRDQIQ7kNvwGB5HTx&_nc_oc=AdmZek39VTCxDvj3BveOPafYXHxeVehfaXQY_78vTqpARxDRJArKei2ZVOTERKK2PdI&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=LPDK30fyO4RN70J8j6Ncug&oh=00_AfLWS8jYWHCnpMVSFnXBAPqI0uIu-5D_u0tmY4TqoXwbyA&oe=6829B1AC)
![🎉 The Wild Turkey Festival is in full swing, and your 2024 Queen and Court say they love Vinton County because of it!
💛 Want to share why you love VC? Be part of our community video project!
📍 Stop by the Tourism Office today between 2–7 PM to film your video
📹 Or submit your own at this link: https://forms.gle/bYGrQjPAe6mGobJm8
🎬 Just hold your phone sideways and say:
“My name is [your name], and I love Vinton County because [your reason]!”
✨ We’re accepting videos until May 9—join the fun and show your VC pride!
*We get it-the love streches far and wide! You do not have to live in the county to submit a video.](https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/494527450_2016154762209804_4252094230670740017_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=7wkM56bRDQIQ7kNvwGB5HTx&_nc_oc=AdmZek39VTCxDvj3BveOPafYXHxeVehfaXQY_78vTqpARxDRJArKei2ZVOTERKK2PdI&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=LPDK30fyO4RN70J8j6Ncug&oh=00_AfLWS8jYWHCnpMVSFnXBAPqI0uIu-5D_u0tmY4TqoXwbyA&oe=6829B1AC)













































































