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Let’s Talk Newton – Newton High School All-State Chorus Students Ian Alexand...

Newton High School juniors Ian Alexander and Kaden Banwell talk about their interest in Choir, the selection process for All-State Chorus, and what they enjoy about singing in a Choir.  https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Ian_Alexander_and_Kaden_Banwell-11-21-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton- Newton Mayor Evelyn George

Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about a new upcoming Christmas event at Maytag Park, provides an update on the Grey Moon Public Market project, and shares information about the sale of several city-owned Dangerous and Dilapidated Building...

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

Newton Parks Operations Superintendent Nick Cummins talks about the goals the Parks Department has established for the city’s park system, which will be considered during the City Council’s budget-making process. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Nick_Cummins-11-17-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton- Jasper County General Assistance Director Connie McQuiston

Jasper County General Assistance Director Connie McQuiston talks about available housing grants for low-income county residents, and the qualifications and income verification guidelines.  https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Connie_McQuiston-11-13-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Public Works Director Joe Grife

Newton Public Works Director Joe Grife explains the City of Newton’s Snow Ordinance and how residents can assist city crews who will be clearing snow from city streets. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Joe_Grife-11-11-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Let’s Talk Newton – Newton Mayor Evelyn George

Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about some of the issues addressed at this week’s city council meeting, including not proceeding with an ordinance allowing chickens and ducks on smaller residential lots, approving the installation of over 100...

Let’s Talk Newton – Phyllis Peter Youth Services Librarian at the Newton Pub...

Newton Public Library’s Youth Services Librarian Phyllis Peter talks about upcoming Library programs and events for adults, including an author’s visit and the library’s first ever holiday toy swap. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Phyllis_Peter-11-4-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...