Rick Vernon kickstarted a viral lunch balance deficit challenge last year, now he is turning his attention to feeding the whole community

The Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Show will be Nov. 14-16 at the Varied Industries Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Enjoy original, affordable arts and crafts, including pottery, jewelry, wreaths, pet products, rugs, candles, stained glass and much more.

Newton donors helped senior living facility quickly exceed its campaign goals

Capstone Behavioral Healthcare is inviting community members to help with food boxes for those in need by donating nonperishable food items.

Steve Knight recently received a check from Ryan's Tire & Auto for the Jasper County Courthouse Lighting Fund.

Eighteen Vernon volunteers worked across two shifts to help with the Newton Habitat home.

Dave Van Waus will talk about Jasper County Pheasants Forever reaching its 40th anniversary milestone and will highlight many of the programs and projects they have achieved.

Mission Coalition is an ecumenical lay ministry of 10 Newton churches celebrating its 30th year providing information and support to outreach projects of mutual interest to help those in need in Newton.

The Grinnell Chapter DAR put together 11 shoeboxes for homeless veterans that included snack crackers and bars, candy, microwaveable mac and cheese bowls, playing cards, calendars and crosswords.