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Newton Public Library Youth Services Librarian Phyllis Peter discusses the special activities that will occur at the library in July, as part of the Summer Reading Program.

Newton Youth Services Librarian Phyllis Peter talks about all the free special programming coming up in June, as part of the Library’s Summer Reading Program.

Newton Mayor Randy Ervin discusses the proposed 2026-2027 City Property Tax Levy and Budget, the now adopted chicken and ducks ordinance, and more upcoming street improvements.

Jasper County Youth Coordinator for the Iowa State University Extension Service Stacy Wilson discusses the 4-H Program in Jasper County, what it teaches the youth in Jasper County, and how volunteer and community support is important to the program.

Kirk Douglas discusses the Veterans Support Group he leads the first Friday evening of every month at the Church of the Way in Newton, and how pride and a lack of having someone who can understand their experiences often gets in the way of veterans seeking help.

Newton High School Senior Miles Soppe discusses her participation in high school plays and speech competitions, signing with Depaul University’s School of Cinematic Arts in Chicago, and her goal to have a career in the film industry.

Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Katie Cantu discusses the department’s upcoming summer camps, where the available camps can be viewed, and the April 15th opening for camp registrations.

The new Executive Director of the Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce, Ella White, talks about her past education and work experience, and how she wants to help the community grow and prosper.

Jasper County Conservation Department’s Maintenance Technician at Mariposa County Park, Tristan Hunt, discusses the opening of camping season, the county facilities that are available, and how to reserve the county’s campsites.

Newton Firefighter/EMT Kyle Esery discusses the Fight For Air Climb fundraiser he and other Newton Firefighters participated in Sunday in Des Moines, what proceeds from the fundraiser are used for, and another fundraiser the Newton Fire Department participates in annually.