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FrankFest attracted a number of businesses and organizations to create unique hot dog dishes for visitors to enjoy on Sept. 21 at Maytag Park. In addition to the Thanks with Franks Hot Dog Contest, this year's FrankFest also encouraged residents with four-legged friends to participate in the Strut Your Mutt Dog Show.

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Country Foodie Fest debuted Sept. 16 at Quarry Springs Park in Colfax. The event featured a number of live music performances paired with food trucks, who were offering unique eats and competing in a food competition.

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Bowlful of Blues returns for another amazing day of rockin' blues music on Sept. 3 at Maytag Park in Newton.

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The Newton Chamber of Commerce Fourth of July Parade featured about 100 participants who were greeted by a welcoming community in the downtown district.

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Unspoken, Building 429 and Friday Night Fire perform during the Fierce Faith Music Festival on June 17 at the green space between DMACC Newton Campus and Legacy Plaza.

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Damon Dotson, a Des Moines-based musician, performs the Maytag Bowl during the last night of Newton Fest on Saturday, June 10 at Maytag Park.

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Kids enjoy all the games and activities available in the Fun Zone of Newton Fest on Saturday, June 10 at Maytag Park.

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Local first responders show off emergency vehicles and hold an obstacle course for kids as part of Safety Fest during Newton Fest on Saturday, June 10 at Maytag Park.

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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach hold a spin art bike activity during Newton Fest on Saturday, June 10 at Maytag Park.