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District’s first benchmarks are in: more than 1,500 students tested
Newton High School seniors get ready for a past commencement ceremony. District USD 373 is currently evaluating student progress through a new quarterly benchmark testing pilot to help prepare students for success ahead of future milestones. (File Photo) By Chad FreyNewton KansanFollowing a push to address persistent learning gaps, Newton USD 373 has received its…
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Chili weekend downtown
By Chad FreyNewton Kansan Nov. 7 the 20th annual United Way Chili Cook-Off took over a block of Sixth Street. The annual event, moved from the last Saturday in Sept. to the first Saturday in Nov. this year, brings together nonprofit organizations, businesses, schools and government groups to serve their best chili recipes. More than…
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November 14 through November 22, All times Central NOTE: All competitions are subject to change. Check with www.thekansan.com, the Kansan sports X page (@nksports) and the Kansan Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheNewtonKansan/) for the latest in cancellation, postponement and schedule change announcements for area teams. Saturday, November 14 COLLEGE FOOTBALL — Ottawa @ Bethel 1 p.m., Kansas…