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Themian Park awarded $500,000 grant

Published on October 20, 2026

Newton has been awarded $507,934 in Community Development Block Grant funding for improvements to Themian Park.

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Streets added to City snow & ice route

Published on October 19, 2026

The City of Newton has expanded its Snow & Ice Control Route to accommodate industrial growth and treat for ice around school zones.

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City of Newton moving to new payment platform

Published on October 16, 2026

The City of Newton is moving to a new online payment platform beginning Oct. 21, with improved customer experience and more options, including new ways to pay, paperless billing, and reminders about payments due.

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The Rundown – City of Newton adopts plan for community growth

Published on October 14, 2026

At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission adopted the Newton Next Comprehensive Plan, which will serve as a roadmap for how the city grows, preserves its unique character, and prepares for future needs in areas such as housing, transportation, parks, land use, and economic development.

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Cattle transport semi rollover causes I-135 lane closures

Published on October 13, 2026

Cattle transport semi rollover causes I-135 lane closures

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Newton photo contest calls for entries

Published on October 05, 2026

The annual Best of Newton Photo Contest is accepting entries through Oct. 20. Photographers may submit up to five entries in each category to compete for cash prizes and inclusion in the 2027 Best of Newton Calendar.

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The Rundown – City grants Standridge more time to develop property

Published on September 23, 2026

At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission approved a proposal from Standridge Color Corporation to extend its deadline to expand in exchange for a one-time $5,000 payment.

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SE 14th Connector & Spencer intersection to close

Published on September 11, 2026

Reconstruction of South Spencer Road is moving to the next phase beginning Monday, Sept. 14, including closure of the intersection at Southeast 14th Connector.

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The Rundown – Commission approves revamped utility assistance program

Published on September 09, 2026

At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission approved an expansion of the City’s program to help low-income residents with their utility bills.

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Man arrested for attempted murder of infant daughter

Published on September 01, 2026

A 21-year-old Newton man is in custody for the attempted murder of his 2-month-old daughter.

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News and Announcements

Weekly Update Newsletter

Themian Park awarded $500,000 grant

Streets added to City snow & ice route

City of Newton moving to new payment platform

The Rundown – City of Newton adopts plan for community growth

Cattle transport semi rollover causes I-135 lane closures

Newton photo contest calls for entries

The Rundown – City grants Standridge more time to develop property

SE 14th Connector & Spencer intersection to close

The Rundown – Commission approves revamped utility assistance program

Man arrested for attempted murder of infant daughter

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