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Mayor Signs Proclamation; August 9 - 15 is American Wind Week

It’s American Wind Week and we hope to encourage Iowans to learn more about wind’s impact on our community and celebrate Iowa’s leadership in wind energy production especially with Newton having two wind-industry companies lo...

Clean-up Information

Storm Information - August 10

Officials from Jasper County Emergency Operations Center and the City of Newton want to share five things you need to know right now:

1) Stay home and off the roads! Do not drive around and sight see – there is damage throughout the community and...

IEDA announces new e-commerce platform to support Iowa’s small businesses

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...

Volunteer Iowa, IEDA Launch Iowa Nonprofit Recovery Fund

Volunteer Iowa and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) announced today the launch of the Iowa Nonprofit Recovery Fund, an extension of the Iowa Small Business Relief Grant Program.

The program will provide short-term relief to nonprofit organiza...

Jasper County Habitat for Humanity's Rock the Block Program

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...

2020 Community Survey

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...

Iowa Department of Agriculture Issues Guidance on Proper Disposal of Unsolicited Seeds

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 ...

Mayor Hansen signs proclamation continuing the Public Health Disaster Emergency through August 31

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 signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency Declaration

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...

Newton Public Library Receives STEM Scale-Up Grant

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...

Newton Fire Department Receives Donation from REG Newton

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 ...

HIRTA Resumes Fares July 13, 2020

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:

• Regular disinfecting of frequently touched su...

Over $128,525 in Assistance Given through Business Assistance Program

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...

Newton Police Department Conduct Traffic Safety Project

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...

Project AWAKE's Making Summer Count 6-Week Walking Challenge

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 ...

Park Playgrounds & Restroom Opening June 1; Guidelines for Use

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....

Get Ready! Thunderstorms

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...

Get Ready! Home Fires

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...