F24 Indian Creek bridge to be replaced
The bridge on county highway F24 over Indian Creek is going to be replaced.On July 7, the Jasper Cou…
First, last, always
With a cardinal head perched on both ends of the newly created John Jenkins CFLA Drive sign, it looks as if the posting sprouted its own pai…
Home Care program cut from county
In a cost-saving move, the Jasper County Board of Health approved discontinuing the Home Care program, subtracting $400,000 from the health …
City council discusses larger venues for public meetings
If the city wants to reopen its council chambers for public meetings — rather than broadcasting them via Zoom or through other online means …
Counting turkeys
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for help with its annual turkey population estimates in July and August.
10 people test positive for COVID-19 at Newton Health Care Center
Five residents and five employees of a nursing home in Newton have tested positive for COVID-19, “despite taking all advised precautions fro…
Newton YMCA ready for summer gymnastics
The Newton YMCA is ready for the kickoff of its summer gymnastics classes designed with various age levels for all kids to participate in.
‘Stan Clement Drive’ proposal passes first reading
Improvements to the new public works office in Legacy Plaza, acquisition of real estate for the D&D Program and the first of three readings …
Veterans Affairs selects date for veterans outreach reschedule
With the coronavirus pandemic canceling the first date for the outreach event Jasper County Veterans Affairs had planned, the board has sele…
County gets a ‘handle’ on public feedback
To know what more residents really think about a specific project or problem, the Jasper County Board of Supervisors signed a contract with …
The Storywalk is ready at Agnes Patterson Park
After a year of collaboration and planning between multiple organizations throughout Newton, the Storywalk through Agnes Patterson Park is i…
