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Mayor Michael L. Hansen signed a proclamation continuing the Public Health Disaster through August 31, 2020. The proclamation encourages all vulnerable citizens of Newton to continue to limit their activities outside of the home. The proclamation also all...
Gov. Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the Public Health Disaster Emergency for another 30 days.
The proclamation extends public health mitigation measures currently in place for businesses and other establishments. This includes the requiremen...
Central Iowa: HIRTA is resuming collection of fares Monday 7/13/2020.
HIRTA staff continue to work diligently to ensure our customers and drivers remain as safe as possible by continuing the following:
Beginning in 2012, the City of Newton adopted and began implementing Newton’s Future: A Comprehensive Plan. Every two years this plan is updated to ensure that the plan is still addressing the goals and concerns of residents.Your participation i...
Des Moines Area Community College Board, owner of Legacy Plaza at 403 W 4th Street N, has accepted the proposal from Legacy Plaza, LLC, an Iowa registered entity, to enter into a redevelopment agreement to create several more amenities on the Legacy Plaza...
The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) today announced Shop Iowa, a new e-commerce platform that gives retailers, particularly those who didn’t previously have an online presence, a place to showcase their products and businesses.
The sta...
Rock the Block® is a focused housing outreach approach that provides a path for residents, organizations, volunteers and Jasper County Habitat for Humanity to come together to assist low income residents. Assistance is offered with neede...
Due to the generosity of so many, a total of $128,525 in assistance was provided through the Business Assistance Program that was set up in early May. In total, 57 businesses/non-profits throughout Jasper County received financial assistance through the p...
Have you and your dog been looking for a way to beat the heat? Bring man’s best friend to Maytag Pool on Monday, August 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. to enjoy the pool like the rest of Newton’s residents. Admission to the Dog Swim at Maytag Pool...
It’s time for the Project AWAKE’s newest event - Making Summer Count 6-Week Walking Challenge. Sign up today for this six-week walking challenge that begins on July 1! The challenge aims to get people outside and to enjoy the outdoors ...
Staying physically active is one of the best ways to keep your mind and body healthy. In many areas, people can visit parks, trails, and open spaces as a way to relieve stress, get some fresh air and vitamin D, stay active, and safely connect with others....
REG Newton donated $1,000 this morning to be used to help with the COVID-19 response at the Newton Fire Department.
“We value the Newton Fire Department and the efforts they consistently put forth each day,” stated representatives from ...
Approximately 10% of thunderstorms are considered severe, which means they produce hail at least three-quarters of an inch in diameter, have winds of at least 58 miles per hour, or produce a tornado. Lightning often strikes outside of heavy rain and may o...
Fire can spread rapidly through your home, leaving you as little as two minutes to escape safely once the alarm sounds. Your ability to get out depends on advance warning from smoke alarms and advance planning—a home fire escape plan that everyo...
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig confirmed today that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is aware that individuals in Iowa have received unsolicited seed shipments from China and other countries.
The Department is asking anyone ...
The Newton Police Department recently conducted a Traffic Enforcement Project in the city. The NPD focused on seat belt enforcement and other traffic violations. The project took place between the hours of 12:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M, resulting in 13 traffic s...
The Newton Public Library was recently awarded a grant from the Governor’s STEM Advisory Council. The STEM Scale-Up Award will enable the library to offer “Pint-Sized Science” programs for kids in PreK-Grade 2. Pint...
