Let's Talk Newton
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Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Public Library Youth Services Librarian Phyllis Peter
Newton Public Library Youth Services Librarian Phyllis Peter talks about the library’s summer reading program, when it starts, how many children typically participate, and the activities associated with it this year.
Let’s Talk Newton – TurnKey Realty Co-Owner Penny Gable
TurnKey Realty in Grinnell Co-Owner Penny Gable talks about the decision to expand and open an office on Newton’s square, the staff that is working out of that office, and the help they have received from the
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton YMCA Finance Director Andy Karr
Newton YMCA Finance Director Andy Karr talks about Saturday’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on the YMCA’s soccer fields, and how the 11 a.m. event is open to the public and features candy and prize ticket filled eggs
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger
Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about the new after school pick-up arrangements for Thomas Jefferson Elementary School students and updates the status on the expected completion of the Thomas Jefferson Elementary School addition.
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton Fire Marshall Jacob Halferty
Newton Fire Marshall Jacob Halferty talks about battling Sunday night’s fire at the Moose Lodge, how wind and a water issue complicated their efforts, and the importance of Mutual Aid with area fire departments.
Let’s Talk Newton – City of Newton Permit Technician Bethany Hovda
City of Newton Permit Technician Bethany Hovda talks about taking over Newton’s Rental Housing Inspection Program, how many rental properties there are in Newton, and her goals for the program.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton High School DECA students Alexis Dirksen and Tamika Rodenborn
Newton High School Seniors Alexis Dirksen and Tamika Rodenborn talk about their upcoming trip to the DECA International Career Development Conference in Orlando, Florida at the end of this month and how they qualified to participate in
Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County Veterans Affairs Office Director Ray Maxey
New Jasper County Veterans Affairs Office Director Ray Maxey talks about his first four weeks on the job, some of the assistance his office offers veterans, and his top priority moving forward.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Mayor Evelyn George
Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about the high usage numbers for the Newton Public Library and the success of the city’s Dangerous and Dilapidated Building’s Program.
Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Catie Cantu
Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Catie Cantu talks about sign-up for the summer children’s camp programs beginning this coming Monday, where to find a list of the programs, and the number of kids that typically participate each
Let’s Talk Newton – John Lee Photography
The Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting Friday at John Lee Photography’s new location at 207 First Avenue West. John Lee talks about why he moved to downtown, why he likes his new
Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County Supervisor Doug Cupples
Jasper County’s “Ask the Engineer” sessions are winding down. Jasper County Supervisor Doug Cupples talks about who initiated the program, how the cost of rock has increased in recent years, and County Engineer Mike Frietsch’s willingness to
Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Office of General Assistance Director Connie McQuiston
Jasper County Office of General Assistance Director Connie McQuiston talks about the utility disconnect moratorium period expiring for people who received assistance under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program , and what assistance her office can provide
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton Housing Development Corporation Executive Director Bruce Showalter
Newton Housing Development Corporation Executive Director Bruce Showalter talks about how new housing starts are on the rise in Newton, how many companies are currently building new homes in Newton, and the city’s unique $10,000 cash homebuyer
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton City Clerk Katrina Davis
Newton City Clerk Katrina Davis shares information about outside training from a Des Moines employment litigation attorney that was recently brought in for the City’s Management personnel.
Let’s Talk Newton – Open Arms Founder Nicholas Pietrack
Open Arms Founder Nicholas Pietrack explains what the organization does, some future goals, and how to donate to the organization.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens Co-President Lana Wohlers
Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens Co-President Lana Wohlers talks about the facility hosting an April 19th fundraiser featuring the dog “Bing’ from Newton, who’s in the new movie “The Friend” that’s being released today at select theaters
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Parks Operations Superintendent Nick Cummins
Newton Park Operations Superintendent Nick Cummins talks about the City’s vast park system, a new splash park, and how the new clubhouse at city-owned Westwood Golf Course was needed.
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger
Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about a long committee evaluation into a possible switch to a four day school week, how the evaluation was conducted, and the outcome.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Public Library Director Nicole Terry
Newton Public Library Director Nicole Terry talks about the renovations that have taken place in the children’s area of the library, what other improvements are coming to that section of the library, and how the upgrades are
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Development Corporation Executive Director Frank Liebl
Newton Development Corporation Executive Director Frank Liebl talks about the IowaWORKS Mobile Workforce Center visiting Newton April 10th, to assist area employers and job seekers.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Utilities Director and acting Public Works Director Jody Rhone
Newton Utilities Director and acting Public Works Director Jody Rhone talks about curbside yard waste collection which begins in Newton next week, where to get the special yard waste bags, and how residents can use the yard
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Police Captain Chris Wing
Newton Police Department Captain Chris Wing talks about the City’s Pet Licensing Program and the pending start of the city owned dog kennel.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton City Administrator Matt Muckler
Newton City Administrator Matt Muckler talks about this week’s Newton City Council Meeting and action on the location of a small city owned dog kennel, upcoming stormwater improvements at 1st Avenue East and East 12th Street, and
Let’s Talk Newton – Ina Hiedeman Vice President and Co-Chair of Programs and Events at the Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
Ina Hiedeman, Vice President Co-Chair of Program and Events at the Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens talks about that facility, and what Anniversary it’s celebrating.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Municipal Airport Manager and Johnson Aviation Co-Owner Ethan Nassalroad
Johnson Aviation Co-Owner and Newton Municipal Airport Manager Ethan Nassalroad talks about an upcoming apron expansion due to race weekends at Iowa Speedway, housing corporate aircraft at the airport, and obtaining a pilot’s license at the airport.
Let’s Talk Newton – United Way of Jasper County Executive Director Jessica Lowe Vokes
United Way of Jasper County Executive Director Jessica Lowe Vokes talkies about how she started the free “Voices of Inspiration” speaker series last year, and the final two guests of this year’s spring speaking series March 27th
Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Department of Public Health Administrator Becky Pryor
Jasper County Public Health Department Administrator Becky Pryor talks about the Jasper County Resource Guide and how it can help residents, and what you can do to help avoid getting sick during the transition from winter to
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger
Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about the change in school start time and the student pick-up routine for students at Thomas Jefferson Elementary, which takes effect in mid-April.
Let’s Talk Newton – Discover Hope 5:17 in Newton Founder Robbie Robinson
Discover Hope 5:17 Founder Robbie Robinson talks about a new program at the facility in Newton called Restoration House for Men. The structured three- step program for men living in the facility is meant to take them
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Main Street Executive Director Erin Yeager
Newton Main Street Executive Director Erin Yeager talks about Newton’s Main Street Program hitting the $20 million investment mark, and this year’s new location for the Farmer’s Market.
Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Conservation Naturalist
Jasper County Conservation Naturalist Greg Oldsen talks about a Youth Fishing Club he helped start back in September.
Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County Naturalist Catie Cantu
Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Catie Cantu talks about the department’s annual summer camp program, what ages are eligible, and when camp sign-up begins.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton City Administrator Matt Muckler
Newton City Administrator Matt Muckler talks about the Newton City Council’s decision to retain Dodds Trash Hauling and Recycling as the City’s Garbage and Recycling Collector, and to bond for over $6-million to fund various projects and
Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Engineer Mike Frietsch
Jasper County Engineer Mike Frietsch talks about the proposed 2026 Jasper County Five Year Road Program.
Let’s Talk Newton -Jasper County Emergency Management Agency Director Jamey Robinson
Jasper County Emergency Management Agency Director Jamey Robinson talks about this evening’s Free National Weather Service Storm Spotter Course at the Newton DMACC Auditorium.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Economic Development Specialist and Former Iowa Speedway Vice President and General Manager Craig Armstrong
Newton Economic Development Specialist and former Iowa Speedway Vice President and General Manager Craig Armstrong talks about Hy-Vee’s decision to end their title sponsorship of the IndyCar race weekend at Iowa Speedway and what impact that will
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger
Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about the Property Tax Levy the School Board is proposing for Fiscal Year 2026, and possible improvement projects at H.A. Lynn Stadium and the baseball field.
Let’s Talk Newton- Newton Community Education Foundation President Kelly Sorenson
Newton Community Education Foundation President Kelly Sorenson talks about the Foundation’s Annual Excellence in Education Awards and which Newton Teachers were selected, and how they were chosen.
Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Economic Development Specialist Craig Armstrong
Newton Economic Development Director Craig Armstrong talks about specialized Marketing grants he wrote and were funded by Iowa Economic Development Authority for IndyCar and NASCAR events this year at Iowa Speedway, and who has to match the
Let’s Talk Newton – Robbie Robinson, Founder and Executive Director of Discover Hope 5:17 in Newton
Discover Hope 5:17 Founder and Executive Director Robbie Robinson talks about why and how he started the non-profit organization and how it serves the community.
Let’s Talk Newton – Executive Director of United Way of Jasper County Jessica Lowe Vokes
Executive Director of United Way of Jasper County Jessica Lowe Vokes talks about the spring “Voices of Inspiration” speakers series, how it got started and funded, and who the guest speakers are.
Let’s Talk Newton – Rita Baker, Executive Director of the Pregnancy Center of Central Iowa
The Executive Director of the Pregnancy Center of Central Iowa in Newton talks about the services they offer, who is eligible for their assistance, and the organization’s two annual fundraisers.
Let’s Talk Newton – Mayor Evelyn George
Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about last week’s big snowstorm, the Get to Know Newton YouTube channel, and job openings with the City.