Jasper County

Current sheriff, John Halferty, plans to retire following the conclusion of 2024 election

Senator wishes he could take back vote for law that some say hurt stateside manufacturing jobs

Staff want to maintain these original treasures and may put them up on display

Building will be open to other departments across county for training opportunities

Elderly nutrition is currently looking elsewhere for a new meals site

Courthouse, administration building, attorney’s office and community center cannot be accessed July 27

Supervisors table professional services agreement for second phase of project

Supervisors see no way for residents to reasonably access service buildings

Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation recruited to look in to the incident

Treasurer requested an area for employees to relax outside during breaks

Quick and efficient services are driving out-of-towners to Jasper County

Secondary roads crews can carry out stabilization efforts without worry

Supervisors authorize JEDCO $25K budget to continue program

Representatives from all local law enforcement agencies participated in the Jasper County Law Enforcement Memorial service May 18 on the north side of the county courthouse in Newton.

Suspect who fled scene and was found in Florida also admits to stalking in plea hearing

Ceremony to take place May 18 on the north side of the Newton town square

Supervisors say new yard will improve operations, bids to be received this month

Architects to bid out window work, in-house crews will install new interior glass

Secondary roads breaks down work into stabilization, reclamation, resurfacing and minimal maintenance

Board hopes citizens get a better idea of how much money each department gets

Now’s the time for bird watchers to come out to roost

Supervisors are satisfied with only seeing $166K jump from previous year

Nonprofit is raising money for women affected by human trafficking

Customers can access new space from the south side of the courthouse

Supervisors want mailers to include extra document with diagrams of tax distribution

Jasper County to unveil new approach to road maintenance this month

Officials say first responders in all communities will have access to system, which provides redundancies in a disaster

Funds will be dispersed by committee, whose first round of application deadlines is April 30

‘We honor you ... Welcome home’

Law passed by state made local policy unnecessary, supervisors say

Supervisors waive the remaining readings and adopt the new ordinance

Phil Muta, author of 'Camp Laura,' says everyone should take time to tell their stories

More than 11 acres will be used for up to 6 houses, much to the disappointment of neighbors

‘I think everything is on the table for them’

Developer and contractors say new houses will bring in more tax dollars and jobs for builders

Law would let assistants practice with no supervision from physicians

Jasper County lawmakers respond to current and controversial issues affecting Iowans

Supervisors hold first of three public hearings to rezone agricultural property

Legislature changes make county’s policy redundant, prompting removal

Residents can provide input at the next three meetings starting March 28

Investigation shows children’s systems tested positive for cocaine

Halferty says it is important to retain good workers in all departments

Colfax, Kellogg included as other pass thru towns in Jasper County

Fundraising efforts still ongoing as staff work to cover the next $300K for $2.2M environmental education center

Syrup season is in full effect at Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve

Engineer prepares for worsening conditions given multiple freeze-thaw cycles this season

Talsma confident county levy rate will be adjusted to account for increased valuations

Congresswoman speaks in-depth on war in Ukraine during Newton listening post

County, city, developer move forward on project to bring 58-room hotel, 72-unit apartments to Newton

Facility would provide 60-90 days of shelter and provide assistance to attain sustainable living