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Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about petitions that are being circulated to get a derecho damaged building downtown demolishes, and the latest updates to Westwood Golf Course’s new clubhouse.

Rachel Faidley, the Co-Director of the Newton Community Theatre play “Brighton Beach Memoirs” talks about the play, its cast, and show times.

Jasper County United Way of Jasper County Executive Director Jessica Lowe Vokes talks about the last two scheduled speakers for the free “Voices of Inspiration” speaker series this fall at the Newton DMACC Campus Auditorium.

Jasper County United Way of Jasper County Executive Director Jessica Lowe Vokes talks about this fall’s free “Voices Of Inspiration” speaker series, which is held at the Newton DMACC Campus Auditorium.

Robbie Robinson, Founder and Executive Director of Discover Hope 5:17 in Newton, provides an update on the Restoration House Program and explains what it is and its goals.

Newton School Resource Officer Kyle Lovan talks about the upcoming start of an ESports Program at Newton High School, which he raised the money to create.

Youth Services Librarian at the Newton Public Library, Phyllis Peter, talks about a free story walk featuring dinosaur characters with free ice cream for kids at Agnes Patterson Park in Newton on Saturday, September, 13th.

New Newton High School Band Director Zachary Eberle talks about what got him into music, his past job, and the upcoming band competition season.

Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about the start of the school year this past Monday, updates the student drop-off and pick-up situation for Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, and provides information on first day attendance.

Jasper County Habitat for Humanity Community Partnership Coordinator Becca Decker talks about the various programs the organization has to assist Jasper County residents, besides the popular home ownership assistance they offer.