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The Youth Services Librarian at the Newton Public Library, Phyllis Peters, talks about the July activities the Library has scheduled as part of this year’s free Summer Reading Program. and her goals for Summer Reading.

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.

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 Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce.

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 and a visit by the Easter Bunny.

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.

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.

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.

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 this competitive event.

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.

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.