Stories about Newton, Iowa
Jury trial results in guilty verdict for intimidation, armed with intent charges
Multiple IndyCar champion gets top spot for the Farm to Finish 275 after aggressive race
Iowa Speedway dominator Josef Newgarden was in lead before rival capitalized on in lap
Victory makes him the first Black driver to win the series
Weather agencies say social media videos show a ‘scud cloud’ formation
Amateur football team hopes for community support at playoffs game Saturday
Carroll Bennett left behind a strong legacy of helping community and being a strong advocate for students
Sheriff’s office was called to report of animal abuse and a gunshot in town
Fourth of July Parade brings out the community to kick off Independence Day activities
‘Working class change requires working class representation’
‘We showed we can win’
Quality clubhouse now on par with quality golf course in Newton
Supplements made with CBD oil seem to be the go-to for many pet owners
Community is invited to enjoy parade, kids activities, food trucks and fireworks
Supervisors approve MOU ridding Jasper County of any fault if fire occurs
Idea met with skepticism, board wants to ensure it doesn’t fall back on taxpayers
Public safety officials say tampering with public water systems is federal offense
Law enforcement alleges suspects tried to conceal or dispose of evidence, body
Hundreds of families in Newton are utilizing food programs geared towards feeding children
Police chief says Flock Safety system has provided leads in numerous cases since 2024
October 2024 crash required air transport, other driver’s trial not yet scheduled
Dismissals of lawsuits to be filed, new rates established, contract extended
Officials say utility hasn’t been touched in years but system upgrades are needed
Council adopts new ordinance allowing for extended fireworks use July 3-4, Dec. 31
Product created by Newton man makes impressive run in online competition
Democratic candidate announces her campaign for the 2026 election cycle
Nearly 400 tractors gathered at racetrack for rides around Iowa communities
39-year-old allegedly aided and abetted crime and faces felony charges
‘Our democracy has already been overthrown for autocracy’
Engineer estimates counties will pay $100K each for bridge on County Line Road
Hundreds of visitors flocked to opening day and enjoyed food, crafts and a good time
Discussion at open forum points to findings in the book ‘The Anxious Generation’
The movie theater, library, parks and other venues offer family-friendly events
Folks have their choice of a Christian music festival, a Damon Dotson show and evening jams downtown
Authorities are now awaiting the autopsy of the 66-year-old Des Moines man
Get fit and have fun at various events that'll keep you moving throughout the busy day
New facility allows use of space and golf simulators for $1,000 fee
Local, county and federal officers searched the house, identity is currently withheld
Requests must still be approved by the city council, abatement lasts for 5 years
Opening day attracts many families to the new parks facility, which was made possible by committee raising $417K
Council authorizes lighting upgrades, resurfacing and additional tennis courts
Local group started online petition to make city ordinances more free range
$4.33M for economic development, $800K for conservation and sheriff’s office
Hundreds of families enrolled their kids in program to meet reading goals
Events brought select Newton and PCM students to Izaak Walton League pond
Supervisors approved the less than $15K bid, keeping bid under day labor limits
School board likely to consider approval of construction designs this month
Accidental fire caused by smoking near oxygen prompts station to launch community program
Public works director suggests more is planned for future as revenues increase
President of Johnson Aviation hopes second race brings in just as much air traffic