Through the lens: Dance the night away
The Newton High School Railiners, a dance troupe at the school, and NHS cheerleaders recently hosted the annual Little Railiners Clinic at the school.
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Update to historic districts comingBy Chad Frey
The city of Newton is about to partner with a private company to take a look at the the historic districts in downtown - creating a survey that could lead to boundary changes and additional buildings added to the current roster of 250 buildings in the downtown area.Newton has chosen to have a “historic survey” done by Polis: Cultural Planning.“They will be looking at the individual properties, the years they were built and modified and historical significance and integrity,” said Rebecca Likiardopoulos, director of administrative services for the city.
Through the lens: Look to the skies
People headed to Kauffman Muesem after hours Feb.
Stevens participates in community conversation initiative
The Newton Kansan is undertaking a new initiative that puts the spotlight the community’s diverse voices and ideas.
Kansas politicians absorb shock of joyous Chiefs celebration turning into violent tragedyBy Tim Carpenter
“Today, a day that should have been a celebration of the Chiefs’ remarkable skill and success, has turned into a day of mourning,” Kelly said.
BOE takes first step of disposing of Walton building
Disposing of the former Walton Elementary School by Newton USD 373 will begin this spring, though it is unclear how long a such a move would take.
KofC to host Lenten Friday fish meal
The Newton Area Chamber of Commerce will host a legislative update from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Trash schedule changes
The city of Newton will observe President’s Day Feb.
Looking to cut costs, Wichita proposes closing two middle schools and four elementaries
WICHITA — Wichita school leaders have proposed closing two middle schools and four elementary schools at the end of this academic year — a move that would trim about $16 million from the district’s budget.Superintendent Kelly Bielefeld said the plan calls for closing Hadley Middle School, near Ninth and West Street, and Jardine STEM and Career Explorations Academy, near Pawnee and Hillside in Wichita’s Planeview neighborhood.The elementary schools slated for closure are: Clark, near Lincoln and Woodlawn; Cleaveland Traditional Magnet, near 31st Street South and Meridian; Park, 1025 N.