Let's Talk Newton

Let’s Talk Newton- Newton Fire Marshall Jacob Halferty

April 15, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton Fire Marshall Jacob Halferty talks about battling Sunday night’s fire at the Moose Lodge, how wind and a water issue complicated their efforts, and the importance of Mutual Aid with area fire departments. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Jacob_Halferty-4-15-25.mp3Podcast: Play in...

Let’s Talk Newton – City of Newton Permit Technician Bethany Hovda

April 14, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

City of Newton Permit Technician Bethany Hovda talks about taking over Newton’s Rental Housing Inspection Program, how many rental properties there are in Newton, and her goals for the program. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Bethany_Hovda-4-14-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton High School DECA students Alexis Dirksen and Tami...

April 11, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton High School Seniors Alexis Dirksen and Tamika Rodenborn talk about their upcoming trip to the DECA International Career Development Conference in Orlando, Florida at the end of this month and how they qualified to participate in...

Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County Veterans Affairs Office Director Ray Maxey

April 10, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

New Jasper County Veterans Affairs Office Director Ray Maxey talks about his first four weeks on the job, some of the assistance his office offers veterans, and his top priority moving forward. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Ray_Maxey-4-10-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window...

Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County Veterans Affairs Office Director Ray Maxey

April 10, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

New Jasper County Veterans Affairs Office Director Ray Maxey talks about his first four weeks on the job, some of the assistance his office offers veterans, and his top priority moving forward....

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Mayor Evelyn George

April 9, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about the high usage numbers for the Newton Public Library and the success of the city’s Dangerous and Dilapidated Building’s Program. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Evelyn_George-4-9-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Catie C...

April 8, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Catie Cantu talks about sign-up for the summer children’s camp programs beginning this coming Monday, where to find a list of the programs, and the number of kids that typically participate each...

Let’s Talk Newton – Jim Lee Photography

April 7, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

The Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting Friday at Jim Lee Photography’s new location at 207 First Avenue West. Jim Lee talks about why he moved to downtown, why he likes his new...

Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County Supervisor Doug Cupples

April 4, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Jasper County’s “Ask the Engineer” sessions are winding down. Jasper County Supervisor Doug Cupples talks about who initiated the program, how the cost of rock has increased in recent years, and County Engineer Mike Frietsch’s willingness to...

Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Office of General Assistance Director Co...

April 3, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Jasper County Office of General Assistance Director Connie McQuiston talks about the utility disconnect moratorium period expiring for people who received assistance under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program , and what assistance her office can provide...

Let’s Talk Newton – Jasper County Office of General Assistance Director Co...

April 3, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Jasper County Office of General Assistance Director Connie McQuiston talks about the utility disconnect moratorium period expiring for people who received assistance under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program , and what assistance her office can provide...

Let’s Talk Newton- Newton Housing Development Corporation Executive Director B...

April 2, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton Housing Development Corporation Executive Director Bruce Showalter talks about how new housing starts are on the rise in Newton, how many companies are currently building new homes in Newton, and the city’s unique $10,000 cash homebuyer...

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton City Clerk Katrina Davis

April 1, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton City Clerk Katrina Davis shares information about outside training from a Des Moines employment litigation attorney that was recently brought in for the City’s Management personnel. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Katrina_Davis-4-1-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton – Open Arms Founder Nicholas Pietrack

March 31, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Open Arms Founder Nicholas Pietrack explains what the organization does, some future goals, and how to donate to the organization. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Nicholas_Pietrack-3-31-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens Co-President Lana...

March 28, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens Co-President Lana Wohlers talks about the facility hosting an April 19th fundraiser featuring the dog “Bing’ from Newton, who’s in the new movie “The Friend” that’s being released today at select theaters...

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Parks Operations Superintendent Nick Cummins

March 27, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton Park Operations Superintendent Nick Cummins talks about the City’s vast park system, a new splash park, and how the new clubhouse at city-owned Westwood Golf Course was needed....

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Parks Operations Superintendent Nick Cummins

March 27, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton Park Operations Superintendent Nick Cummins talks about the City’s vast park system, a new splash park, and how the new clubhouse at city-owned Westwood Golf Course was needed. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Nick_Cummins-3-27-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton- Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger

March 26, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about a long committee evaluation into a possible switch to a four day school week, how the evaluation was conducted, and the outcome....

Let’s Talk Newton- Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger

March 26, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about a long committee evaluation into a possible switch to a four day school week, how the evaluation was conducted, and the outcome. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Tom_Messenger-3-26-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Public Library Director Nicole Terry

March 25, 2025 @ 1:00 pm

Newton Public Library Director Nicole Terry talks about the renovations that have taken place in the children’s area of the library, what other improvements are coming to that section of the library, and how the upgrades are...