Let's Talk Newton
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Let’s Talk Newton- Newton Mayor Evelyn George
Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about a new upcoming Christmas event at Maytag Park, provides an update on the Grey Moon Public Market project, and shares information about the sale of several city-owned Dangerous and Dilapidated Building
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton DMACC Academic Achievement Center Coordinator Amy Pettit and HiSET Program Instructor and Tester Deb Rose
Newton DMACC Academic Achievement Center Coordinator Amy Pettit and HiSET Program Instructor and Tester Deb Rose talk about the free program that assists local residents in obtaining a High School Equivalency Diploma, through personalized instruction that can
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton Parks Operations Superintendent Nick Cummins
Newton Parks Operations Superintendent Nick Cummins talks about the goals the Parks Department has established for the city’s park system, which will be considered during the City Council’s budget-making process.
Let’s Talk Newton- Jamie Murphy, Newton Parks Operations Assistant Superintendent
Jamie Murphy, the Park Operations Assistant Superintendent in Newton, talks about the upcoming Holiday Lights Display at Maytag Park, which she will start to set up Monday.
Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County General Assistance Director Connie McQuiston
Jasper County General Assistance Director Connie McQuiston talks about available housing grants for low-income county residents, and the qualifications and income verification guidelines.
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton School Superintendent Tom Messinger
Newton School Superintendent Tom Messinger talks about the school board’s discussion this week regarding the offering of an early retirement option, and the possible leasing of a portion of the Emerson Hough Building to the Newton YMCA.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Public Works Director Joe Grife
Newton Public Works Director Joe Grife explains the City of Newton’s Snow Ordinance and how residents can assist city crews who will be clearing snow from city streets.
Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Catie Cantu
Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Catie Cantu talks about the fall school field trip season that recently ended, and all the volunteers that help out the program.
Let’s Talk Newton – Current Newton City Council Member and Mayor-elect Randy Ervin
Current Newton City Council Member and Mayor-elect Randy Ervin talks about his city service. being an assistant coach on this year’s football team, and a significant goal he will have as mayor.
Let’s Talk Newton – State Auditor and Candidate for Governor Rob Sand
State Auditor and Candidate for Governor Rob Sand held a healthcare roundtable in Newton Wednesday and addressed some of the issues that came up, such as the Rural Health Care Loan Forgiveness Program, regulations regarding maternal care,
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Mayor Evelyn George
Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about some of the issues addressed at this week’s city council meeting, including not proceeding with an ordinance allowing chickens and ducks on smaller residential lots, approving the installation of over 100
Let’s Talk Newton – Phyllis Peter Youth Services Librarian at the Newton Public Library
Newton Public Library’s Youth Services Librarian Phyllis Peter talks about upcoming Library programs and events for adults, including an author’s visit and the library’s first ever holiday toy swap.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Public Library Youth Services Librarian Phyllis Peter
Newton Public Library Youth Services Librarian Phyllis Peter talks about a winter clothing drive for elementary students that is taking place at the library this week, a visit this Thursday by three Canine Crisis dogs, and this
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton City Administrator Matt Muckler
Newton City Administrator Matt Muckler talks about the City potentially contributing around $2,500 to a local non-profits Trap, Neuter, and Release Program, and provides some insight into how big of a problem stray cats are in the
Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County Emergency Management Agency Director Jamey A. Robinson
Jasper County Emergency Management Agency Director Jamey A. Robinson talks about what led him to being named Emergency Management Agency Iowa Hazmat Technician of the year, and encourages Jasper County residents to get the free Jasper Ready
Let’s Talk Newton – Tim Bloom, Director of Business Services for the Newton Community School District
Newton Community School District Director of Business Services, Tim Bloom, talks about the intention to adopt a two-year school calendar, the benefits of a two-year calendar, and the how potential expansion of the Newton YMCA Daycare to
Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County Emergency Management Agency Director Jamey Robinson
Jasper County Emergency Management Agency Director Jamey Robinson talks about the features and benefits of the Jasper Ready App
Let’s Talk Newton – 4th Ward Newton City Council Candidate Amy Roth
Newton 4th Ward City Council Candidate Amy Roth talks about her work experience in Illinois, moving to Newton, and how she decided to run for the Newton City Council.
Let’s Talk Newton- At-Large Newton City Council Candidate Jeff Holschuh
At-Large Newton City Council Candidate Jeff Holschuh talks about why he wants to serve on the Newton City Council, what assets he would bring to the position, and his thoughts on Newton’s current image.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Mayor Evelyn George
Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about leaving City Government after 13 years, preparing new city council members for what’s ahead of them, and upcoming holiday events in Newton.
Let’s Talk Newton – Rita Baker, Executive Director of the Pregnancy Center of Central Iowa in Newton
The Executive Director of the Pregnancy Center of Central Iowa, Rita Baker, talks about who the non-profit organization helps and what types of assistance is available through their Newton location.
Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Greg Oldsen
Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Greg Oldsen talks about the work the Conservation Department does with school kids of all ages throughout Jasper County during the school year, and the success of the one year old Fishing
Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Sheriff Brad Shutts
Jasper County Sheriff Brad Shutts talks about a Community Outreach and Field Services program the Sheriff’s Department started about a month ago, to raise awareness and funds for the Sheriff’s Department.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Parks Operations Assistant Superintendent Jamie Murphy
Newton Parks Operations Assistant Superintendent talks about the upcoming Halloween and Christmas events at Newton’s Maytag Park, including the hundreds of lighted Christmas decorations that fill the park during the month of December.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger
Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger shares the details of this week’s school board discussion around a potential lease next year for the Emerson Hough Elementary School, with the Newton YMCA for additional daycare in the community.
Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County’s Deputy Auditor of Elections Kristin Carley
Jasper County Deputy Auditor of Elections Kristin Carley talks about the start of absentee voting, how to get an absentee ballot sent to you, and what it takes to be an election day poll worker.
Let’s Talk Newton -Newton Utilities Director Jody Rhone
Newton Utilities Director Jody Rhone talks about the City of Newton’s Water Distribution system, including the latest consumer confidence report on the city’s water, the source of the water, and planned projects.
Let’s Talk Newton – Capstone Behavioral Healthcare Administrative Assistant Beila Flickinger and Student Therapist Maddie Ellis
Capstone Behavioral Healthcare Administrative Assistant Beila Flickinger and Student Therapist Maddie Ellis talk about their therapy dog named Piper, and how Piper can help their clients, and what services are available at Capstone.
Let’s Talk Newton – Ina Heideman and Teresa Lyman, Co-Chairs of Planning and Events at the Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens co-chairs of planning and events, Ina Heideman and Teresa Lyman, talk about the facility’s 3rd Annual Fall Festival this Saturday
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton City Administrator Matt Muckler
Newton City Administrator Matt Muckler talks about Monday night’s City Council meeting, which included approval of a bid on a new Public Safety Storage Building, tweaks to a low to moderate housing assistance programs, and the possible
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Schools Superintendent Tom Messenger
Newton Schools Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about Monday Night’s Special Newton City Council Meeting, where school board members unanimously decided to pursue a lease agreement with the Newton YMCA, allowing the “Y” to use a portion of
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Fire Marshall Jacob Halferty
Newton Fire Marshall Jacob Halferty talks about how the Fire Department promotes fire safety with children during National Fire Prevention week, the different smoke detectors that are available and their proper placement , and choosing the proper
Let’s Talk Newton – Kelli Van Manen, Program Director for Jasper County Elderly Nutrition
Jasper County Elderly Nutrition Program Director Kelli Van Manen talks about the Jasper County Congregate and Home Delivered Meal Program and how other programs are offered at the Jasper County Community Center.
Let’s Talk Newton – Carol Camp, Master Gardener Program Coordinator for the Jasper County ISU Extension and Outreach Office
Carol Camp, Master Gardener Program Coordinator for the Jasper County ISU Extension and Outreach Office in Newton, talks about the Growing Together Iowa Vegetable Garden in Newton, and how produce from it is distributed to food pantries
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Mayor Evelyn George
Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about the Annual City Council Goal-Setting Workshop that was held Monday, addresses some of the projects that were identified as priorities, and encouraged residents to contact their city representatives about issues or
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Police Captain Chris Wing
Newton Police Captain Chris Wing talks about Newton’s annual National Night Out event at Aurora Park next Tuesday, October 7th. He explains why the event is held in October, talks about the different EMS services that will
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Community Development Director Erin Chambers
Newton Community Development Director Erin Chambers talks about the new brand video the city of Newton released last week, and how tonight’s City Council Workshop starts the budget-making process for 2026-2027.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Community Development Director Erin Chambers
Newton Community Development Director Erin Chambers talks about housing, including the initiatives to get new homes built in the community and help owners with upkeep on their current homes.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger
Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about the start of the student drop-off and pick-up process at Thomas Jefferson Elementary next week, a big grant to the school district’s Robotics Program, and the curriculum adoption process and
Let’s Talk Newton – Local Developer Jerry Schwaller
Local Developer Jerry Schwaller talks about his renovation of the old Montgomery Ward Building in downtown Newton, into the Grey Moon Public Market.
Let’s Talk Newton – Kelly Sorenson, President of the Newton Community Educational Foundation
Newton Community Educational Foundation President Kelly Sorenson talks about the upcoming Excellence in Education Awards the Foundation hands out annually, and the other endeavors the Foundation is involved in.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Homecoming King and Queen Caden Klein and Kayden Langston
Newton Homecoming King Caden Klein and Queen Kayden Langston talk about what the coronation ceremony was like for them, what part of this year’s Homecoming they are excited about most, and their plans after graduation.
Let’s Talk Newton – Bob Lane with the Jasper County Concert Association
Bob Lane with the Jasper County Concert Association talks about the upcoming concerts the Association is hosting, and how to get tickets to those concerts.
Let’s Talk Newton – Mayor Evelyn George
Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about the IndyCar Series not scheduling a race at Iowa Speedway in 2026, the continued lack of action by the owner of a derecho-damaged building to tear the structure down, and the
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton School District’s Director of Business Services Tim Bloom
Newton School District Director of Business Services Tim Bloom talks about Monday’s second bond sale related to the $22 million dollar building addition and renovation projects at Aurora Heights and Thomas Jefferson Elementary Schools, where the project’s
Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Sheriff Brad Shutts
Jasper County Sheriff Brad Shutts talks about the office’s new Community Outreach and Field Support Services Program, and explains it’s an extension of many efforts that are already underway within the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office.
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton High School Student Council Faculty Advisors Clarissa Bloom and Kelly Tremel
Newton High School Student Council Faculty Advisors Clarissa Bloom and Kelly Tremel talk about next week’s Homecoming Activities at Newton High School as well as a change to the Homecoming Parade, and the debut of the first
Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Public Health Department Director Becky Pryor
Jasper County Public Health Department Director Becky Pryor talks about the opening of the grant application process for Jasper County’s Opioid Settlement funds, where the funding comes from, past recipients, and priorities for this round of funding.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger
Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about the School Board approving a bid for new ADA-accessible bleachers and a new press box on the visitor’s side of H.A. Lynn Stadium, his personal observations about the state mandated
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Main Street Executive Director Erin Yeager
Newton Main Street Executive Director Erin Yeager talks about Friday and Saturday’s Fall Open House in Downtown Newton and the upcoming move of the Main Street Office to First Newton National Bank.