HopeFest set for this weekend
The Newton Recreation Center will be a busy place, filled with activities, on Aug. 2.
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Butler County court hearing hacked with graphic, racist message
The Butler County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed a court hacking that took place on Wednesday morning. The message of the content was graphic and sent a racist message that was enough to stir fear into the community.
Fair to start Thursday
By Chad FreyNewton Kansan From rodeo to demolition derby, rocketry to fashion and every kind of livestock, the Harvey County Fair offers up nine days… Login to continue reading Login…
Western Kansans have to travel miles to see a doctor. Experts say it leads to worse health outcomes
Western Kansas is the place for a quiet, rural lifestyle. But with that comes shortages when you need to see a doctor. Many will drive an hour or more to receive quality health care. But some of the problems may not be easily fixed.
For 20 years, Gartner has been entering open class items in the fair
Martha Gartner can remember the first time she made a batch of pickles, she did it for her husband. And to hear her tell the story, that batch of pickles were awful.
Murphy serves a lifetime as 4-H volunteer
By Chad FreyNewton Kansan No one really knows how long Sara Murphy has been involved in the Harvey County Fair, including her. When asked, she… Login to continue reading Login…
Hendrickson gives campers princess treatment at Camp David
HESSTON — On a seemingly normal afternoon at Camp David Kansas near Hesston a preteen blonde sat in a folding chair, a woman in her 20s running a brush through her hair. The younger girl kept looking at a dress picked for her entrance to a party for the campers.
Airport project to receive increased grant funds
By Chad FreyNewton Kansan When the Newton City Commission signed off on a runway reconstruction project on July 8, one grant needed to pay for… Login to continue reading Login…
Trail extension plan taking next step
A plan to extend a portion of the Sand Creek bike path may take the next step on July 22 during the city commission meeting, when the commission approved a grant agreement with the Kansas Department of Transportation.
City working on hotel incentive program
This summer city staff have been working on an idea, a set of incentives to try and attract more hotels to the city of Newton.