Newton

Iowa State Patrol report says semi-truck overcorrected and crossed centerline

After public hearing on Dec. 31, supervisors likely to authorize $167K purchase

David Mast surprised by outgoing city administrator and council in gesture that acknowledges his lifetime of continued service

Fears of consolidation and property tax laws negatively affecting small towns partially prompts departure

Supporters denounce the commission’s decision after heated exchanges

Recommending body likely to meet soon to discuss the elected official salaries

Other options may be more costly, animal control to be interrupted in the interim

Jasper County secures ‘critical’ equipment with a back-to-normal lead time

Newton to spend borrowed funds on water meters, plant improvements, wells, etc.

It’s been 18 years since Newton had an Aldi, and it took 6 years to get it back

More than $1.31M of the city’s $2.27M in federal stimulus money goes toward parks project

Commission will likely determine any action at upcoming meeting next week

Council approves changes, which affect streets currently under construction

District proposes the projects be paid using a combined $1.6M in SAVE funds

State disbanded the advisory board, but local elected officials still see benefits

Jasper County will create group to fundraise and plan for semiquincentennial

Grocery store on Iowa Speedway Drive provides another option for customers

Supervisors approve $695K contract for roadway that received lab tests

Similarly to first phase, the low bid comes in below civil engineer’s estimate

Streets are being returned to original widths and with grass areas for better snow storage

Supervisors largely supported the idea but worried how it would affect the budget

Bohannan-initiated recount shows race was decided by only 798 votes

Jasper County maintenance director knows just how important it is to community

Collaboration brings nostalgic tastes to one of the town's most nostalgic restaurants

Museum to host its fourth holiday-inspired tour that features more than 200 trees

Free education about solar energy to be provided, along with cost savings for group purchases

Contractors likely to build the concrete structure by next construction season

Supervisors worry it could create another department and cost too much to operate as years go on

Snow removal to occur in 12-hour blocks and end by 4:30 p.m. in most cases

HD38 Rep. says discussions with voters and poll workers were innocent, calls the allegations harassment from Democrats

Council narrowly approves request which could allow new business development

Supervisors feel confident in pursuing second opportunity at $6.4M public measure due to outcome being so close

Former Republican Party chair gets a head start on board duties

Police officers found evidence consistent with victim’s statements

City says it is needed to address increased customer traffic, Legacy Plaza growth

Council is looking at parallel parking at 100 blocks of E. 2nd St. N., E. 3rd St. N.

In the event of a large-scale disaster, the city is prepared and has backup

Nonprofit trains dogs and handlers to provide mental health support for first responders

Emergency notifications and other info can be accessed on Jasper Ready

Generations of civil service recognized at Veterans Day assembly in Colfax-Mingo

Retired sergeant major reinforces the day’s purpose, recalls his rendezvous with destiny

50-year-old got hostile after finding out significant other was banned from store

Land usage cited as issue, local businesses lose out on $3M of economic impact

All 20 counties, including Jasper County, would have to recount IA-01 race, which looks to be decided by 802 votes

Council uses LMI set-aside funds, city administrator says demolition is likely

Some council members say the property would be better off zoned residential

Newton has a chance to re-host PGI, but residents worry about the proximity to homes

More than 20,000 people participated in the 2024 general election

Newton parks project largely funded by donations from community members

Supervisors would like to have them on display for public viewing