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Bethel claims pair of sweeps in home opener

Threshers down Cottey, Central Christian By Mark Schnabel Newton Kansan The Bethel College volleyball team is off to its best start in 10 years after… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Old west shootout reenacted

The history of the early days of Newton months before the city became a city - read like a western novel. Saloons on nearly every corner, with card games within.

Amish Cook: Pulling weeds brings back memories

Editor’s Note: This week’s column is written by Jeriah Raber, Gloria’s brother. He is writing the column this week while Gloria catches her breath. As her editor, I’ve encouraged her to take as many breaks from the column as she needs this year, it has been a tough year - Kevin Williams, Editor It was time to pull weeds in the chestnut field. There are a little over 1,100 trees, and most of them had at least a few weeds around the tree - inside the pipe guard - that needed to be pulled. I’d only gotten a good start when Julia came out to help.

Redistricting Means Big Changes for Kansans

How will the residents of Kansas’ “Big First” get along with Lawrence? This is only one of many questions posted by Kansas’ new Congressional district map. The Big First is Kansas’ rural, western and central district that stretches to Colorado.

THE FIRST AMENDMENT

THE FIRST AMENDMENT: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

The Newton

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HOROSCOPE

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -Understanding and compassion will help you envision the results you want to achieve. Use the power of speech, not brawn, to help you get what you want. Don’t hesitate to take the lead.

Newton gymnasts seek state return

The Newton High School gymnastics team will be looking for improvement and a return to state for the 2022 season. JoAnne Thaw returns for her 49th season as Newton coach, 48th as head coach.

Six returnees to lead Railer spikers

By Mark Schnabel Newton Kansan Six top returners look to bring the Newton High School volleyball team back to league and state prominence this season. Jamie Dibbens begins her 17th season as the Railer head coach and 18th season overall.