Jasper County Fair Queen Meredith Chipps talks about what she likes about the Queen contest and the Jasper County Fair, the upcoming Iowa State Fair Pageant, and her plans for the future. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Meredith_Chipps-7-11-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window...

The Executive Dean of the Newton DMACC Campus, Bill Peters, talks about this week’s Renaming and Dedication of the Carroll Bennett Building on campus and about Carroll Bennett himself. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Dean_Bill_Peters.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about this weekend’s IndyCar Races at Iowa Speedway, and City Council donations to MercyOne Newton Medical Center’s Emergency Room renovations and further development of the DMACC/Legacy Plaza Greenspace. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Evelyn_George-7-9-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new...

Newton Community Development Director Erin Chambers talks about new housing in Newton, the different types of housing being built, and how lots that once held dilapidated homes are being used as lots for new houses. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Erin_Chambers-7-8-25.mp3Podcast: Play...

Jasper County Fair Princess Ella Machin talks about why she entered the Fair Queen Pageant, how long she’s been attending the fair in Colfax, and how she plans to take in everything this year’s fair has to...

Jasper County Veterans Affairs Administrator Ray Maxey talks about his first few months in the office, his military service, and how his office can help Jasper County Veterans. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Ray_Maxey-7-5-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Jasper County General Assistance Director Connie McQuiston explains what type of assistance is available through her office and if the need for these programs has increased. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Connie_McQuiston-7-3-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Jasper County Historical Museum Executive Director Lynne Whelan talks about the museum’s extensive Maytag washing machine collection, its historical account of Jasper County, and the museum’s farm related pieces. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Lynne_Whelan-7-2-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Neighbors Helping Neighbors organizer Judy Monroe talks about how the non-profit helps those in need in Newton, and how people can contribute to their cause. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Judy_Monroe-6-30-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Jasper County Conservation Department Maintenance Technician Tristan Hunt talks about the campground and facilities at Mariposa County Park, and the recent increase in use of all the Conservation Department’s campsites and cabins. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Tristan_Hunt-6-27-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window...

Newton School Superintendent Tom Messenger talks about an effort within the Newton School District to increase understanding and consistency in grading at the Middle and High School level, and the recent contract extension he received. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Tom_Messenger-6-26-25.mp3Podcast: Play...

Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kaylea Marchant talks about this year’s annual 4th of July Parade in Newton. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-KayLea_Marchant-6-25-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Newton Public Library’s Youth Services Librarian Phyllis Peter talks about a free STEM program on bugs and a music concert at the library this Thursday. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Phyllis_Peter-6-24-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

Jasper County Conservation Department Naturalist Greg Oldsen talks about an upcoming donation deadline related to the new Environmental Education Center being built, and mentions a fishing club that’s available for kids from third grade through High School....

Newton Park Operations Assistant Superintendent Jamie Murphy talks about the temporary closure of Maytag Pool, why it is taking over a week to re-open the pool, and how close the new Westwood Golf Course Clubhouse is to...

Newton Mayor Evelyn George talks about last week’s Newton Fest, a settlement with Iowa Rural Utilities Association over water sale rates and bills, and the renewal of the City’s Marketing contract. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Evelyn_George-6-19-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window |...

Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig, during a stop in Baxter with the WHO Great Iowa Tractor Ride, talks about the importance of County Fairs and his decision to run for re-election and not pursue the Governor’s Office....

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig participated in the first leg of Monday’s WHO Great Iowa Tractor Ride and discusses the event, current crop conditions, and the trade tariffs that have been implemented. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Mike_Naig-6-17-15.mp3Podcast: Play in new...

Newton Farmer’s Market Manager Nikki Brain talks about the new Legacy Plaza location, what the Farmer’s Market has to offer, and a special appearance from some tractors at Tuesday’s Market. https://media.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/ins.blubrry.com/iowaradioplus/LTN-Nikki_Brain-6-16-25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download...