KNIA – KRLS

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 from addition to living on their own and working in the community.

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.

Jasper County Conservation Naturalist Greg Oldsen talks about a Youth Fishing Club he helped start back in September.

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.

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 purchases.

Jasper County Engineer Mike Frietsch talks about the proposed 2026 Jasper County Five Year Road Program.

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.

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 have on the event and fan support.

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.

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.