Newton Community School District students are welcomed back in the classroom for 2025-2026 school year

Firm hired to complete study provided county with renderings of possible options

Intersection at E. 12th St. S. and S. 13th Ave. E. has seen 8 reported accidents in past 3 years, city says

Authorities say child survived the fall with non-life-threatening injuries

Mental health clinic argues it doesn't need conditional use permit from city, neighbors say they should have been notified before purchase

Two parking spots to be removed, north and south stop signs added

Mayor says they can utilize right-of-way for city-approved events

Longtime partnership with the event ensures everyone gets a full meal at no cost to families

Engineer says the next step is to draft professional design services contract

Supervisors had instructed wage committee to find system that best fits county

County auditor says new equipment can cut costs in half every election cycle

GNACC’s New Teachers Luncheon recognizes latest educators joining the ranks

Carol Kramer has dedicated more than 30 years to conservation and fundraising for major project

Sheriff’s office forms partnership with school district for enhanced safety and relationship building

Representative from the railroad also offered honest feedback to neighbors

Office had posed as an underage girl on social media

NCSD food service supervisor says many families who qualified for free meals last year may be forced to start paying

Jury trial determined stand-your-ground defense was not viable in this case

Newton woman who used controlled substance, identified as fentanyl, later died

Iowa gubernatorial candidate wants to end the ‘lesser-of-two-evils’ system

‘Growers and farmers want to do more…we’re not giving them the resources’

Council continues to make final additions to the latest golf course amenity

If the grant is successful, the funds should complete Legacy Plaza greenspace

Council member wants community to thank Evelyn George for her dedication

County engineer suggests North Skunk River issues make some proposals unfeasible

Joel Mills and Stacy Simbro in the minority, but they worry about safety

Facility will allow better training opportunities for sheriff’s office

Director says cast of 30 kids will star in quirky comedy called ‘Littles'

Field day at Iowa Speedway: NASCAR Foundation lets kids enjoy race weekend before sold-out crowds

Staff transportation could be a challenge if TJ’s south lot not completed in time

Administrators say electronic device ban includes lunchtime, in between classes

Iowa Speedway, NASCAR Foundation partnership lets youth enjoy the perks of race weekend

Officers charge 43-year-old with felonies and several counts of distribution of obscene material

Prospective industries have capabilities to create thousands of jobs in Newton

Stacy Simbro requested both documents include provisions setting better and clearer direction for organizations

Mobile food units would be able to operate on the north side of Harmony Park

Carson Ware and Cody Ware are to visit Newton business prior to the big races

15-year-old from Newton secured first place finishes in half of the categories

Supporters of incarcerated individuals still demanding change and transparency

Elected official is putting an end to almost 12 years of service in city government

Baxter mayor highlights the challenges and concerns facing small town agencies

Residents say rail park and bridge closure will increase traffic, prolong crossings

They were on their way to church when they helped turn over vehicle submerged in water

Corn on the Curb acts as a fundraiser for the ever-growing Books for Bikes reading program

New bleachers prevent Newton from storing many materials underneath

Cellphone use from students and parents not recommended during a crisis

Superintendent says district plans to be on schedule despite bad weather

Community values and traditions remain true after almost 170 years of fair

Council members agonize over financing difficulties with state grant application

Hospital has almost closed the gap in financing for the $5M project