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 School Superintendent Tom Messenger
Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about the change in school start time and the student pick-up routine for students at Thomas Jefferson Elementary, which takes effect  in mid-April. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Tom_Messenger-3-12-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton/Des Moines East KOA Campground Co-Owner Dana VanGilder
Dana VanGilder, Co-Owner of the Newton/Des Moines East KOA Campground in Newton, talks about how many campers they will be hosting this NASCAR race weekend, how that compares to INDYCAR race week, and the accommodations at the...

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Fire Chief Jarrod Wellik
Newton Fire Chief Jarrod Wellik talks about the protocols for sounding the severe weather warning sirens in Newton, and reminds residents they are meant for outdoor notification. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Jarrod_Wellik-7-21-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...