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Chamber Director Letter & Who is the Newton Chamber 5

Board of Directors 6

Ambassadors 7

What Membership Means For Your Business 10

Member Events 13

Community Events 15

Mayor’s Letter 16

Welcome to NewtonNumbers to Know 17

Newton Main Street 18

Newton Housing Development Corporation 21

Newton Development Corporation 22

Get to Know Our Community 23

Our Schools 26

Business Listings 29

Note: All reasonable care has been executed to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this directory. The Greater Newton Area Chamber of Com-merce and the Newton Daily News acknowledge that printed material is subject to error and do not warrant or guarantee the information contained herein. The Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce Business and Community guide is a joint project of the Newton Daily News and the Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce. For Advertising information, contact the Newton Daily News at 641-792-3121. These materials are the joint property of the New-ton Daily News and the Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce and are not to be used without written permission of both entities.

Photos in this publication are used courtesy of John Lee Photography, the Newton Daily News, and The Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Who We Are:The Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce is a private, not-for-profit business membership association. As a leader in the community, the Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce supports businesses, facilitates connections, builds community, acts as a central information source, and is a catalyst for economic growth, making Newton a vibrant place to live, work, and play. Whether it’s through networking events, business information, advertising opportunities, or partnering with our local economic development organizations, chamber members can capitalize on contacts and resources provided by the Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce. Our Mission-We serve the greater Newton area by connecting local businesses and the community.

Who is theNewton Chamber

Greater Des Moines PartnershipCity of NewtonNewton Housing Development Corporation

Newton Development CorporationNewton Community Schools Newton Main Street

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Connect With Us: Website: www.experiencenewton.com • Facebook: @experiencenewton • Instagram: @newtoniowachamberofcommerce

A LETTER from ourChamber Director

Hello, and welcome to the 2020 Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce Directory!

2020 is shaping up to be a great year for the Chamber. We have over 200 members and are growing at a rapid pace. The economic outlook for the Greater Newton area is thriving and expanding and we are excited to be a part of it all. The Chamber offers many great benefits to our members but also to our community. We host sev-eral events throughout the year that are free to the public to enjoy and we pride ourselves on offering amenities that benefit not only our members, but also our community!

Within the Greater Newton Area, our area businesses must continue to grow and prosper, in order to do so they must form strong partnerships. The chamber works as a leader to develop partnerships between our community stakeholders and our busi-ness community. We value the method of networking as it is a great tool for fostering important relationships. We also offer educational tools including seminars, and speakers to our membership as a low-cost, no-cost benefit, that will assist businesses and organizations in their missions.

When consumers decide to stay local, that is a win for all of us in the greater Newton area. We strive to further this mission of “shop local”. We hope you will “Choose Chamber” as it will booster our local economy and continue to make the greater Newton area an exceptional place to live, work, and play.

Sincerely,Amanda PriceExecutive DirectorGreater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce


Board of DirectorsExecutive Committee Board Members

Beau ChurchCommunity Heights Church2500 S 13th Ave. [email protected]

Ron McCarthyKCOB/Energy FM1801 N 13th Ave E [email protected]

Svitlana MillerDMACC600 N 2nd Ave W Ste C641-791-1750

Troy GartonFNNB 100 N. 2nd Ave. W.641-792-3010

Lucas HughesNewton YMCA1701 S. 8th Ave. [email protected]

Joel MillsVice ChairREG3426 E 28th St. [email protected]

Clinton WebsterVice ChairBaqara Coliseum, Floral & Skate1615 1st Ave. W.(515)[email protected]

Jessica BranderhorstTreasurerTarbell & Company213 1st Ave W. [email protected]

Jeff HolschuhPast ChairAdvantage Credit Union121 W 3rd St. [email protected]


Ambassadors

2020 Ambassadors• John McNeer• Michael Sills, OnMedia/Mediacom• Danielle Rogers, City of Newton• Brett Lundberg, Wallace Family Funeral Home• Leisa Zylstra, MercyOne Newton• Katie Kuhn, Newton Healthcare Center• Dixie Cox, Black Hills Energy• Sarah Jorges, Energy 106.7 FM• Jeff Pence, Pence-Reese Funeral Home• Robbi Forbes, H&R Block• John Lee, John Lee Photography• Angela Adam, Newton Village• Miranda Caldwell, Newton YMCA• Katelyn Kolsrud, TPI Composites• Kristi Cummins, TruBank• Margot Voshell, Wesley Life Park Centre• Jahkala Wilson-Bea, Integrated Treatment Services, LLC.• Renae Heikkila, State Farm Insurance-Lonnie Portner

The Chamber Ambassadors are key in recruiting new chamber members and mentoring them to ensure they are making the most of their Chamber membership. They function as the hospitality arm of the Chamber, helping members feel welcomed, connected, and informed.

The Ambassadors meet on the third Thursday of each month, at 11am, for business visits, and then from 12-1pm for their monthly meeting and lunch. They play a key role in planning the Annual Golf Outing, and the year-end Member Christmas Social. Ambassadors also attend the Rib-bon Cuttings, Business After Hours, Ground Breakings, Open Houses, and other community events. To join the Ambassadors there is a simple application to complete and a yearly fee to cover lunch costs. This is a great way to introduce employees to the Chamber and start molding their leadership skills. It also can be an introduction to building import-ant business relationships as they will meet and chat with many local businesses.



THE VALUE OF CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP A national survey of 2,000 adults reveals that being active in a local Chamber of Commerce is an effective business strategy because two-thirds of consumers believe that such companies use good business practices, are reputable, care about their customers and are involved in the community.*

*The study was conducted by The Schapiro Group, an Atlanta-based strategic consulting firm, commissioned by the American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), in cooperation with the Western Association of Chamber Executives.

A separate study commissioned by ACCE and completed by community-based commercial credit union Cortera, sampled 10 Chambers of Commerce and approximately 10,000 companies spread across 10 states throughout the country. The study concluded that Chamber Members consistently pay their bills in a more timely manner, resulting in better credit scores (629 vs. 557) than U.S. businesses as a whole.

Consumers are 23 percent more likely to believe that a Chamber Member uses sound business practices over non-Chamber Members.

A Chamber Member enjoys a 73 percent increase in consumer awareness over a non-Chamber Member.

If a company shows that it is highly involved in its local Chamber, consumers are 10 percent more likely to rank its products than its competition.

When consumers know that a small business is a Member of the Chamber of Commerce, they are 49 percent more likely to think favorably of it.

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What Membership meansfor your business

What Membership Means for your Business:Make New Business Contacts – Networking at Newton Chamber events help you meet potential customers, clients, and vendors. The Newton Chamber events provide great opportunities to get to know people and expand your prospect base.

Increase Your Presence on the Web – Your business will be listed in the Chamber’s online “Business Directory”, thereby expanding your market area. Included on your page is a description of your business, contact information, logo and a direct link to your business website, Facebook page, or any other social media or internet link you prefer.

Heighten Your Company’s Visibility – Your investment in the Newton Chamber gives your business credibility, visibility, and marketability. *If a company shows that it is highly involved in the local chamber, consumers are 10% more likely to think its products stack up better against its competition. *Consumers say that being active in a local Chamber is 23% more effective for communicating that a company uses good business practices.

Market Your Products and Services – Take advantage of the Chamber’s low-cost marketing opportunities. You will reach hundreds of business owners, executives, and other employees anxious to learn more about your products and services. Plenty of advertising and sponsorship opportunities exist through the Newton Chamber events, programs, website, and publications.

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Get Involved – There is nothing more rewarding than volunteering your time and talent to make the community where you live and work a better place. As a member of the Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce, you are aligned with more than 200 other businesses, organizations, and individuals in a professional association that is working to strengthen the long-term economic vitality of its members and the community. Community Events and Sponsorship Opportunities provided through the Chamber allow you to demonstrate your support and make a positive lifetime community impact while improving the quality of life for everyone in Newton, Iowa.

*This information is from a study conducted by the Schapiro Group, and Atlanta-based strategic consulting firm, commissioned by the American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), in cooperation with the Western Association of Chamber Executives.

Membership BenefitsMembership Directory - Each member receives a free listing on the Chamber website. This includes a FULL page of information about your business including your logo, photos, and a detailed description on all your business or organization has to offer. It also allows you to post discount offers, special events, and post job openings. Our Chamber management software, ChamberMaster, allows you to log on and update all of your information at your convenience.

Dual Membership - The Newton Chamber is a member of the Greater Des Moines Partnership, which means that you, as a member, are as well! We are part of a regional Chamber made up of 22 affiliate Chambers of Commerce in Central Iowa. All Newton Chamber Members are listed on the GDMP website and their regional business directory. You can learn more about the benefits of this affiliation at www.dsmpartnership.com.

Exclusive Member Events - Whether it’s a Monthly Breakfast, Lunch, After Hours or an Open House, these popular net-working events give members the opportunity to showcase their business or organization and provide an opportunity for chamber members to network as well as celebrate special occasions such as; anniversaries, new business openings, and business expansions.

These exclusive events give you the chance to meet people, exchange business cards, and talk business in a relaxed social atmosphere. Some events feature special business related topics such as leadership, marketing, and customer service that are helpful to our Newton business leaders.

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Chamber Scoop - Communicate your news and events to the more than 500 colleagues on our email list-serve through our weekly newsletter, the “Chamber Scoop”. There are also opportunities to advertise in our newsletter. The deadline to include any Chamber event in the weekly newsletter is 2 weeks prior to the event to assure inclusion in the Scoop.

Ribbon Cuttings and Milestone Celebrations - New members receive assistance in planning their ribbon cutting cer-emony and open house. Existing members can enjoy the benefit of the having the Chamber assist them in celebrating a business anniversary or milestone.

Referrals - Hundreds of referrals are made each year to Chamber businesses through website listings and office solicitations.

Special Committees - The Chamber of Commerce hosts several events each year that benefit our membership and the community of Newton. These events and community programs provide opportunities for business exposure and a sense of community involvement. These include: July 4th Parade, Lighted Holiday Parade, and our NewtonFest “Cool Cars Car Show”.

Membership Listing & Mailing Labels - Available to members, at no cost, providing a valuable tool for direct mail promotions. (For non-solicitation purposes).

Bulk Mail - Our bulk permit is available to members for significant savings on promotional mailings of 200 or more pieces.

Meeting Room - Free use of the boardroom in the Chamber office. We have a small meeting room downstairs which comfortably seats up to 14.

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Member EventsAnnual Dinner: January, 2021This annual event takes place at the end of January and is open to all Chamber members. The event is a formal, fun and informa-tive celebration of the year in review and there are many opportunities for members to contribute, either through sponsorship and/or volunteer. Members are invited to a social cocktail hour prior the dinner. After dinner is served we hear from our elected offi-cials; both local and state. Members also hear from the Executive Director on the prior year’s accomplishments and any additional benefits, events, or programs to look forward to as the year moves forward. Our executive board will hold a brief meeting wel-coming our incoming board chair and any new board members and thanking all outgoing board members for their service. Two awards are given from the Chamber; “Community Service Award”, and the “Key Award”, as well as the “Excellence in Education” Awards presented by the NCEF Board, to deserving teachers, administrators, and employees of the Newton Community School District. We end the evening with an entertaining speaker, usually focusing on business related topics.

Golf Outing: June, 2020 Every year in May, the Newton Chamber Ambassadors host the annual golf outing at Westwood Golf Course in Newton. This is a fun event and a great networking opportunity that is exclusive to our members and their employees. We offer the opportunity to sign up for a foursome, as well as sponsor a tee! Your tee sponsorship includes a sign with your business logo; you can also take it a step further by having a fun game for the participants at your hole where you can hand out goodies with your company logo or information. This event is always a good time for all involved and is a great fundraiser for the Chamber.

Networking Events: Second Thursday of Every MonthThese networking events are held on the second Thursday of each month. The program features business relevant topics, chamber updates, and a chance to network with fellow chamber members. Members have the opportunity to sponsor and host these events. The sponsorship opportunities offer a great way to showcase your business.

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Community EventsNewtonFest “Cool Cars” Car ShowThis fun, annual show takes places as a major event during the city’s celebration of all things Newton, “NewtonFest”. We invite all types of cars from classic to cool to join our show. Admission is free to all who wish to participate. The Chamber gives two trophies; one for “Best of Show” and one for “People’s Choice”. This is a fun, relaxed car show which attracts between 75-100 cars each year, and thousands of spectators. For members, this is a great event to sponsor and/or participate in. You will get major exposure both in the Chamber’s newsletter as well as the event poster and local advertising. There are also opportunities for your employees to volunteer their time as we need many volunteers throughout the day to help with set-up, registration, tear-down, and parking cars. Aside from great exposure for your business through sponsorships, this event is a favorite in the community and you can play an integral part in continuing the tradition!

4th of July Parade: July 4thThis event is one of Newton’s largest community celebrations and the Chamber’s largest volunteer opportunity. Committee members are needed to plan and stage the parade and entries, as well as assist with the downtown vendors, publicity, and clean up. This is a great opportunity to gain experience with event planning and teamwork! Businesses also have sponsorship opportunities.

New Teacher’s Luncheon: August, 2020The Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce hosts our “New Teachers Luncheon” every year to welcome new school teachers to the Newton Commu-nity. Our partnership with the Newton School District and Newton Christian School are ones that we like to celebrate. The luncheon is a great opportunity for our local businesses to introduce themselves to the new teachers, and with their sponsorships they are also able to speak during the luncheon as well as leave some branded merchandise for each educator. We also have time for some fun network-ing and, of course, a great lunch! The Newton Chamber appreciates our amazing educators and this event gives us the opportunity to thank them and show them all of the great amenities in our community as well as introduce them to a handful of the great business owners in our community.

Lighted Holiday Parade and Courthouse Lighting: Friday, November, 27th, 2020This event, which features a lighted parade, is held annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving. The event follows the Annual Jasper County Courthouse Lighting and is a community favorite. The committee is responsible for recruiting parade entries, finding sponsors, and helping to stage the event.


A FEW WORDSfrom our Mayor

Dear Friends,

I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as mayor during a time of growth and development in the City of Newton. It is an honor to lead a forward-thinking community that maintains the small-town pride of its roots. The City of Newton focuses on providing a safe community with a high quality of life, engaged residents, and a strong business community. I am proud of the progressive, family-friendly community that we call home and believe that Newton is a shining star of Central Iowa.

I’d like to recognize those who worked diligently in creating the quality of life we have enjoyed over the years. The hardworking citizens that chose to set down roots here, invest in businesses and give back to the community are what make Newton what it is today. Countless city leaders, elected officials and all those that have made a dedicated commitment to public service have helped shape our community and continue to guide us into a brighter future. Educators, volunteers and engaged citizens have created a model for future community engagement that makes me proud to know Newton.

I’m excited for what the future holds for us. The outlook is bright and promising. With many exciting community events and gatherings on the horizon, we look forward to what is in store for our community. As we continue to progress and build on the momentum, let us welcome new people and businesses to our community and invite them to get to know Newton with the same warm and friendly spirit that many in our community have experienced over the years.

Sincerely,Michael L. HansenMayor, City of Newton

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Welcome to Newton | Numbers to KnowCity of Newton–Mayor & CityMayor | Mike Hansen Mayor |641-521-6755 [email protected] At Large | Randy Ervin | 641-792-1931 [email protected] At Large | Evelyn George | 641-521-0329 [email protected] First Ward | Mark Hallam | 641-792-5425 [email protected] Second Ward | Dean Stonner | 641-792-9916 [email protected] Third Ward | Craig Trotter | 641-521-7552 [email protected] Fourth Ward | Steve Mullan | 641-831-9097 [email protected]

City of Newton Departments & DivisionsAirport | 641-792-1292City Hall (Admin, Community Marketing, Finance) | 641-792-2787Community Services (Cemetery, Code Enforcement, Engineering & Recreation) | 641-792-6622Drivers License | 641-792-3815Economic Development | 641-792-6622Fire Department (Non-Emergency) | 641-792-3347Landfill | 641-792-3866Library | 641-792-4180Parks & City Grounds | 641-792-1470Planning & Zoning | 641-792-6622Police (Non-Emergency) | 641-791-0850Newton Development Corp. | 641-787-8210Public Works | 641-792-6622

Jasper County Departments & DivisionsJasper County Assessor | 641-792-6195Jasper County Auditor | 641-792-7016Jasper County Courthouse | 641-792-7016Jasper County Conservation Board | 641-792-9780Jasper County Emergency Management | 641-792-7555Jasper County Sanitation |641-792-7603Jasper County Board of Supervisors | 641-792-7016Sheriff (Non-Emergency) | 641-792-5912

Government EntitiesState Representative | Wes Breckenridge | 515-281-3221State Senator | Zach Nunn | 515-281-3371

Alliant Energy | 800-255-4268Black Hills Energy | 888-890-5554Dodd’s Trash & Recycling | 641-791-9195Post Office | 641-792-4730Waterworks | 641-792-2003

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School DistrictNewton Community School District | 641-792-5809E.J.H Beard Administration Center | 641-792-5809Aurora Heights Elementary | 641-792-7324Berg Middle School | 641-792-7741Emerson Hough Elementary | 641-792-3982Newton High School | 641-792-5797Thomas Jefferson Elementary | 641-792-2498Newton WEST Academy | 641-792-0335Woodrow Wilson Elementary | 641-792-7311

School BoardRobyn Friedman–President | 641-840-2215Cody Muhs–Vice President | 641-275-5974Josh Cantu | 641-840-1091Donna Cook | 641-521-4123Travis Padget | 319-621-4679 Graham Sullivan | 641-275-0253Mark Thayer | 641-831-3431

City ParksAgnes Patterson Memorial Park | 3000 Block N. 4th Ave. E.Aurora Park | 2111 1st Ave. E.Maytag Park | 301 S. 11th Ave. W.Sunset Park | 110 N. 6th Ave. E.Woodland Park | 201 N. 19th Ave. E.

Neighborhood ParksCallison Park | 300 Block W. 9th St. S.Denniston Knolls Park | Corner of W. 16th St. S. & S 15th Ave. W.Hillcrest Park | Corner of W. 15th St. N. & N. 3rd Ave. W.

Recreational AreasIndustrial Park | N. 15th Ave. E.Softball Complex | N. 19th Ave. E.Newton Dog Park/Westwood Park | 3387 Hwy F48 W.Union T-Ball Area | 1800 W. 4th St. N.

Golf CourseWestwood Golf Course | 3387 Hwy F48 W. | 641-792-3087

Swimming PoolsMaytag Pool | 301 S 11th Ave. W. | 641-792-1470

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visitors feel that they belong. Newton Main Street is a 501(c)3 economic development that focuses on historic preservation organization. We operate under the IEDA but are fully funded by community. We

are one of 55 Main Street Communities in the state of Iowa and one of thousands nationwide!

WE STRIVE TO BRING VIBRANCY DOWNTOWNOur mission is to preserve the history, invest in the future and develop pride in our downtown

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WHO ARE WE? We believe that everyone deserves access to a vibrant neighborhood-a place that has a thriving local economy, is rich in character, and features inviting public spaces that make residents and

visitors feel that they belong. Newton Main Street is a 501(c)3 economic development that focuses on historic preservation organization. We operate under the IEDA but are fully funded by community. We

are one of 55 Main Street Communities in the state of Iowa and one of thousands nationwide!

WE STRIVE TO BRING VIBRANCY DOWNTOWNOur mission is to preserve the history, invest in the future and develop pride in our downtown

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NHDC is a nonprofit 501c(3) volunteer organization that works privately and in a close partnership with the City of Newton to develop housing in our town of 15,300 people.

We believe developing housing is one of the most basic tools of Economic Development.

Our Mission is simple: “To Increase the Quantity and Quality of Housing in Newton”

Since July 1st, 2014, 80 permits for new single-family housing unit have been issued. Of those, 62 units have been completed and sold. 53% of the buyers are new or people returning to Newton

In 2015 and 2016 NHDC (in partnership with the City of Newton) bought 7 existing lots in unfinished subdivisions. We sold 3 other lots for custom homes and entered into an agreement with a builder to build 5 “spec” homes. We also paid for lot devel-opment in exchange for 3 lots that we sold to 3 builders. The City of Newton entered into an agreement with another builder to build houses in a City owned subdivision. In recent years there has been as may as 10 builders building in Newton. Recently we’ve had as many as 10 builders building in Newton. Permits in 2017 and 2018 totaled 37. Far and above Zero permits in 2011.

NHDC is involved in many aspects of housing to benefit Newton, the development of a Regional Housing Trust Fund, estab-lishing Jasper County Habitat for Humanity, and promotion of rental development and improvements, the distribution of rental information, assisting in development of City grant programs for downtown facade improvements and “2nd story” residential spaces. We also have partnered with 2 different companies to develop and improve 116 Senior Living rental units. Assisted the City with rental housing projects like the Historic Hotel Maytag Apartments renovation and the construction of the New “Lion’s” apartments. Totaling over 80 new units in Downtown Newton coming on line in 2019.

NEWTON Buyer Incentive:The City of Newton will GIVE the Buyer of a qualifying New Construction home $10,000 at closing. Money can be used for down payment, closing costs, or you can spend or save it as you wish. No paybacks, no occupancy requirement, no time limits, (check with your accountant) it might even be tax free. Check out newtongov.org for details.


Newton Development Corporation promotes economic development and growth in Newton by working closely with business and industry as a resource that gets to tell the story of a great legacy, in a great location, that continues to change the way the world operates.

Newton is located at the Crossroads of America. I-80 is adjacent to Newton and I-35 is 30 miles West. We have an incredible legacy infrastructure, greenspace opportunities and is located on Iowa Interstate Railroad’s main line with connection to all class one rails. Newton also has a full service, general avi-ation airport which boasts a 5600’ runway, precision instrument approaches, and recently updated terminal and hangar facilities.

Engage Coworking & Idea Spin NewtonYou can get started at Engage coworking by creating an ac-count https://engagecowork.app.proximity.space so that you can schedule a tour!

Idea Spin is a meetup that introduces creatives and entrepre-neurs to one another so they can share ways to grow their ideas. This is a startup event that is held at Engage Coworking.

Engage is partnering with our extensive arts community to bring new and original art to the space. Newton has over 100 sighted sculptures, many public art murals, and is home to an active Centre for Arts and Artists.

NDC works on economic development with the State of Iowa, The Greater Des Moines Partnership, Jasper County, City of Newton, and Des Moines Area Community College to bring more industry and business to the area along with amenities that our workforce desires. NDC also works with our existing companies helping them with expansion opportunities, work-force, and other things to help them be successful.

Frank Liebl Executive Director [email protected]

Tanya Michener Associate Director [email protected]


Whether you’re raising a family, starting a business or building a home — you’ll want to get to know Newton. The community has many great amenities — unique entertainment, excellent schools, beautiful art displays and parks. Established in 1846 and incorporated as a city in 1857, Newton is the county seat of Jasper County and the largest city in the county.

Newton focuses on providing a safe community with a high quality of life, engaged residents, and a strong business community. Our community vision statement is “Newton Shines Bight: Newton is a progressive, family friendly community, a shining star of Central Iowa, and a place to call home.” We’ve received a variety of awards from the Iowa City Manager’s Association for the implementation of Newton’s Future: A Comprehensive Plan and the Get to Know Newton community outreach program. Newton was also named one of the “Top 10 Affordable Small Towns Where You Actually Want to Live”; by Realtor.com.

Location & ConvenienceLocated 30 minutes east of downtown Des Moines, our central Iowa location makes us the perfect city for raising a family, starting a business or building a home. Newton is located on Interstate 80 and near Interstate 35 in the “Crossroads of the Midwest.” It’s easy for Newton residents to travel throughout the region for work, entertainment, cultural events, shopping, and night life. Newton is also home to Skiff Medical Center, a member of Mercy Health Network — so staying healthy in our community is easy and convenient.

Entertainment & Recreation Newton’s entertainment and recreation options provide a plethora of activities and events for residents and visitors. From the speedway to concerts in the park, from a downtown square to a drive-in theater, from dog parks to bike trails — we have something for everyone. With organized recreation leagues and the Newton YMCA, there are also team activities for children and adults! You can enjoy a visit at Maytag Dairy Farms, join thousands of spectators for a race at the Iowa Speedway, or catch a movie at the Valle Drive-In. You can also check out great events such as the Newton Fest, Bowlful of Blues or the Iowa Sculpture Festival.

EducationNewton Community School District offers K – 12 schools that are full of academic, athletic, and artistic opportunities. The district’s motto is to do whatever it takes to ensure all students learn to think, innovate and succeed. Different students have different needs and their school experience reflects that individuality. Our entire community feels the Red Pride we have for our schools and the Cardinal sports teams.

Newton Christian School is a community of families, staff and friends working together to provide students with a loving, nurturing environment which promotes strong academic development for K – 8 students. Their motto, “Training to a Higher Standard”, is the guiding principle for all their education.

Newton also has post-secondary opportunities. Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) Newton Campus is a place for students of all ages to begin college, enhance their skills for career advancement or prepare for a new career. DMACC achieves academic excellence through affordable tuition, helpful staff and small class sizes. Buena Vista University offers classes at the DMACC Newton campus and online, allowing students to complete a bachelor’s degree in a variety of majors.

Arts & CultureNewton is passionate in its support of the arts and culture. This includes nearly 90 displays of public art (including sculptures and murals), a community theatre that performs several shows each year, talented local musicians, the annual Bowlful of Blues music festival and a historical museum that celebrates Newton’s history.

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GET TO KNOW A FUN WEEKEND VISITLooking for your next day trip or a weekend getaway? New to the community and looking for something to do? Newton has a compelling blend of history, culture, and family-friendly fun.

Head to a RaceNewton is home to the biggest, loudest and fastest races in Iowa at the Iowa Speedway. Between tailgating, post-race concerts and concourse fun, the Iowa Speedway experience is for racing enthusiasts and newbies alike. Stop at the main office to schedule a tour or visit the gift shop in the off season. You can also check out the Newton Kart Klub for fast, fun, and competitive kart racing on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from April to September.

Do Something FunWe know that “fun” doesn’t mean the same thing to everyone, but we promise Newton offers something fun for everyone! During warmer weather, enjoy bike rides on our scenic trail system or play disc golf in one of our beautiful parks. You can also play 18 holes at Westwood Golf Course, splash around at Maytag Pool or catch a concert at Maytag Bowl! In the cooler months, curl up with a book from the Newton Public Library or sled down a hill at Sunset Park. There’s an abundance of activities and events for everyone!

Enjoy Some CheeseThe Maytag Dairy Farm, owned by the Maytag family, strives to make the best cheese they can — possibly the best in the world. The farm started when E.H. Maytag purchased a single Holstein cow to provide fresh, clean milk for his family. Today, leadership for the farm is transi-tioning to the great-grandchildren of E.H. Maytag.

From learning how Maytag Blue Cheese is made to a panoramic view of the historic family farm, the cheese shop is a must stop in Newton. Your visit wouldn’t be complete without a cheese tasting and a few tasty souvenirs to take home.


Catch the Latest FlicksValle Drive-In is the oldest drive-in in Iowa — and also the most authentic! Toss a Frisbee or football around before you settle in for a one-of-a-kind double feature. The drive-in offers two movies each night and movies are shown rain or shine.You can also head to the Capitol II Theatre, located in the Hotel Maytag building in our historic downtown. The locally owned theatre shows the latest movies, has a full concession stand and even has a theatre mascot, Joy the MiniPig!

Dig Into HistoryNewton’s history is rich; the community has several locations on the National Reg-ister of Historic Places including the Fred Maytag Park Historic District and The Newton Downtown Historic District.

The Newton Downtown Historic District consists of 85 properties (including the Jasper County Courthouse and Hotel Maytag) and was officially listed on the

National Register of Historic Places in September 2014.

You can also tour the Jasper County Historical Museum which showcases the history of the washing machine (and Newton’s central role) as well as other significant industries, agriculture, commercial and societal exhibits.

Love Art? Look No FurtherNewton has a rich and vibrant art scene featuring local and regional artists alike. Consider adding one of these stops to your next Newton visit: • Visit the Centre for Arts and Artists where you can take an art class and see local artists at work! There’s even a new artists gallery and gift shop!• Don’t forget to pick up a map of the Public Sculpture & Art Tour at the Centre featuring over 90 pieces of sculptures and murals!• At the Jasper County Historical Museum, you can view sculptures by local artists Herman and Neal Deaton.


Our SchoolsT he Newton Community School District serves close to 3,000 students from preschool to 12th grade and employs approximately

475 dedicated professionals. The district mission to empower every learner to achieve a lifetime of personal success speaks to the value placed on all members of the school community. In an ongoing effort to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of our students and staff, Newton CSD has adopted the High Reliability Schools model. This includes implementing Marzano’s Instructional Frame-work for high quality instruction and Capturing Kids’ Hearts to foster positive relationships. We work tirelessly each day to be a collab-orative and cohesive team that inspires and supports all learners in a culture of safety and acceptance.

The Newton Community School District operates with a general fund budget of $34.6 million and at a tax rate of $15.79/$1,000 val-uation. Our boundaries encompass 191 square miles and we serve the communities of Newton, Kellogg, Reasnor, and surrounding areas.

The district’s central office is located at the E.J.H. Beard Administration Center (1302 First Avenue West). The central office in-cludes the Superintendent, Business Services, Human Resources, and Educational Services administrators and their staff who support our seven campuses. If you are new to Newton or relocating with children to enroll in our district, you will find a warm welcome and the Central Registrar’s office here. The Maintenance, Transportation, and Technology Departments are located nearby (1320 First Avenue West), with our Food Service Department located at the Newton High School.

Our seven campuses include: Aurora Heights Elementary (K – 4), Emerson Hough Elementary (K – 4), Thomas Jefferson Ele-mentary (PreK – 4), Woodrow Wilson Elementary (K – 4), B.C. Berg Middle School (5 – 8), Newton High School (9 – 12) and our alternative high school WEST Academy (Where Everyone Succeeds Together). Our campus principals and staff are amazing!

Our schools provide outstanding educational opportunities for our students ranging from academics, athletics, fine arts, and ex-tra-curricular activities. Our elementary schools offer small class sizes, with two schools designated as Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase School™ awarded by the Flippen Group (2018-2019). Character building, service projects, and leadership opportunities are offered to students early on. Our middle school has an exemplary Student Council, who was recognized as a 2019 National Gold Council of Excellence by the National Student Council for their record of leadership, service, and activities that serve to improve the school and community. Newton High School is known for their academic excellence, outstanding extracurricular programs and Car-dinal Pride. Students participate annually in a community Red Pride Service Day. High school students have the opportunity to ready themselves for college by enrolling in college-level courses on campus, participating in internships, and taking academy classes at the Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) – Newton campus. To learn more about how our schools have performed overall on account-ability measures, visit the Iowa Department of Education’s ISPP site www.iaschoolperformance.gov.

Newton has an active Alumni Association and the Newton Community Education Foundation which recognizes teachers for their Excellence in Education and funds innovative educational programs in our schools.

We take pride in our partnership with the Newton community… “there is just no better place to raise your child than Newton, Iowa.” We love our kids. We take good care of them. We put our arms around them when things are tough…we get behind them when things are great.” (Bill Peters, NHS Principal) Red Pride lives here. We invite you to Get to Know Newton Schools – you will be glad you did! To learn more about the Newton Community School District, visit our website (www.newtoncsd.org) and like us on Facebook @NewtonCSD.


Aurora Heights Elementary 310 E. 23rd St. S.Newton, IA 50208641-792-7324Principal: Jim GilbertGrades K-4Enrollment: 274

B.C. Berg Middle School 1900 N. 5th Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208641-792-7741Principal: Lisa SharpGrades: 5-8Enrollment: 915

Thomas Jefferson Elementary112 Thomas Jefferson Dr.Newton, IA641-792-2498Principal: Trisca MickGrades: Pre K-4Enrollment: 371

Newton High School800 E. 4th St. SNewton, IA 50208641-792-5797Principal: Bill PetersGrades: 9-12Enrollment: 811

Emerson Hough Elementary700 N. 4th Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208641-792-3982Principal: Jolene ComerGrades: K-4Enrollment: 248

EJH Beard1302 1st Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208641-792-5809Superintendent: Bob Callaghanwww.newtoncsd.orgFacebook: @NewtonCSD

Woodrow WilsonElementary801 S. 8th Ave. WNewton, IA 50208641-792-7311Principal: Todd SchusterGrades: K-4Enrollment: 290

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Newton WEST Academy1302 1st Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208641-792-0335Principal: Tara ZehrGrades: 10-12Enrollment: 101

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Capitol II Theatre116 1st St. N.Newton, IA, 50208(641) 792-3549

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Capstone Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.1123 1st Ave. E. #200Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-1012

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CareMore Clinic204 N. 4th Ave E.Newton, IA 50208(515) 989-6001

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Centre for Arts and Artists501 W. 3rd St. N. Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-1391

Check N’ Go305 Iowa Speedway DriveNewton, IA 50208(641) 569-6858

Christian Conference Center5064 Lincoln St. Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-1266

City of Newton101 W. 4th St. S.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-2787

Clements Law & Mediation, LLC209 N. 2nd Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208(641) 841-4035

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Cobblestone Inn & Suites4222 S. 22nd Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 275-9495

Community Heights Alliance Church2500 S. 13th Ave. E. Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-1620

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Culvers1650 W. 19th St. S. Newton, IA 50208(641) 787-9900

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Discover Hope 5:17 Ministry733 1st Ave. E. Newton, IA 50208(641) 841-0598

DMACC Newton Campus600 N. 2nd Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208(641) 791-3622

Dodd’s Trash Hauling & Recycling2910 W. 4th St. S. Newton, IA 50208(641) 791-9195

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First Choice Realty328 1st Ave. W. Newton, IA 50208(641) 791-7600

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Great Western Bank511 1st Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-9832

Gregg Young Automotive Group2020 W. 20th St. S.Newton, IA 50208(641) 787-9990

Ground Breaker Homes12119 Stratford Dr.Clive, IA 50325(515) 309-0703

H & R Block115 1st Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-1100

Hahn Roofing701 S. 22nd St. Fort Dodge, IA 50501(800) 368-7833

Harris Rebar1401 N. 15th Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-7142

Heart of Iowa Regional Transit Agency (HIRTA)2401 1st Ave. E.Newton, IA50208(877) 686-0029

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House of Mercy– Newton Center200 N. 8th Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-0717

Hunt Cleaners, Inc.1120 E 14th St. N.Newton, IA 50208(641) 791-9911

Hy-Vee1501 1st Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-6702

IMPACT Community Action Partnership115 N. 2nd Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-3008

Integrated Treatment Services, LLC303 S. 2nd Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-0045

Integrity Audit Services711 E. 19th St. N.PO Box 692Newton, IA 50208(641) 791-2302

Integrity Cleaning & Restoration402 1st Ave. E. Ste. A.Newton, IA 50208(641) 791-2302

Interstate Insurance Services111 1st Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-7316

Iowa Beverage Systems2115 NE 58th Ave.Des Moines, IA 50208(515) 266-2274

Iowa Speedway3333 Rusty Wallace Dr. Newton, IA 50208 (641) 791-8000

ISU Extension & Outreach, Jasper County550 N. 2nd Ave. W. Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-6433

Jasper Construction Services, Inc.928 N. 19th Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-8650

Jasper County Abstract Company102 1st St. N.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-6262

Jasper County Concert Association500 1st St. N. Apt. 340Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-3401

Jasper County Conservation Board1030 W. 2nd St. S.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-9780

Jasper County Farm Bureau Federation425 1st Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-6253

Jasper County Museum & Historical Society1700 S 15th Ave. W. Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-9118

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Johnson Aviation, Inc.2901 Rusty Wallace DriveNewton, IA 50208(641) 792-1292

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Kading Properties7008 Madison Ave.Urbandale, IA 50322(515) 276-9384

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Keystone Laboratories, Inc.600 E. 17th St. S.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-8451

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Lion Develpment Group75 Commercial Dr. #916North Liberty, IA 52317(407) 276-5322

Loucks/Buren Orthodontics411 E. 17th St. S. Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-7811

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Manpower1719 Grand Ave. Suite 100Des Moines, IA 50309

Marilyn’s Hallmark1721 1st Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-1700

Martin Marietta Materials11252 Aurora Ave. Des Moines, IA 50322(515) 254-0030

Mattingly Music & Book Store113 W. 2nd St. N.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-3250

McCall Monument801 Hwy 14 S. Newton, IA 50208(641) 791-9093

McDonalds726 1st Ave. E. & 4400 S. 22nd Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-1205

Medicap Pharmacy400 1st Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-3528

MercyOne of Newton204 N. 4th Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-1273

Montana Mikes Steakhouse1400 W. 18th St. S.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-4582

Moorman Construction Inc.7181 Hwy F17 W.Baxter, IA 50028(641) 227-3650

Muse Wine Bar109 N. 2nd Ave. ENewton, IA 50208(641) 275-2335

News Printing Company Newton News200 1st Ave. E. Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-3121

Newton Apparel110 E. 4th St. N.Newton, IA 50208(641) 275-3333

Newton Chamber of Commerce113 1st Ave. W. Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-5545

Newton Christian School1710 N 11th Ave ENewton, IA 50208(641) 792-1924

Newton Clinic300 N. 4th Ave. E., #200Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-2112

Newton Community Schools1302 1st Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-5809

Newton First Assembly of God1029 E. 19th St. N.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-4365

Newton Health Care Center200 S. 8th Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-7440

Newton Housing Developmetn Corp123 W. 2nd St. N.2nd FloorNewton, IA 50208(641) 521-6031

Newton Main Street122 1st St. N.Newton, IA 50208(641) 791-1920

Newton Village110 N. 5th Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-0115

Nucara (Hammer Medical Supply)1719 1st Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-9339

Numbers & Letters, Inc. 909 S. 11th Ave. W.Newton, IA 50208(316) 832-5010

Okoboji Grill of Newton1425 W. 19th St. S.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-1023

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Optimae Life Services1730 1st Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 787-9133

Otto Law Office PLLC123 W. 2nd St. N.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-7000

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Pence-Reese Funeral Home310 N. 2nd Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-5125

Pizza Ranch1500 W. 18th St. S.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-3447

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Riggs Printing & Forms117 1st Ave. E.Newton, IA 50208(641) 792-3005

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Gary Sharpnack, owner of Midtown Cafe, prepares Navajo Tacos for a to-go order Wednesday afternoon in the

downtown Newton restaurant. Even though the governor has forced many businesses to close their doors to the

public, restaurants like Midtown can still prepare food for to-go orders. Midtown has adapted to delivery and curb-

side pickup.

Frustration brings innovation

By Christopher Braunschweig

Newton News

� e phone rings at Book

Trader Tan America. If no one

is around to answer the call, a

voicemail from owner Cheryl

Hansen will play for the listener:

Due to the governor’s orders,

we will remain closed through

April 7. If I can assist you with

any curbside purchases, please

leave me a message or on Face-

book and I will be happy to return

your call. Stay safe. � anks. Have

a great day.Preventive COVID-19 ac-

tion and social distancing re-

quirements have halted custom-

ers’ regular weekend shopping

sprees. Shopaholics have been

launched into full-on sobriety,

con� ned to their homes for the

foreseeable future.Small businesses all along the

town square in Newton — and

beyond — are experiencing sim-

ilar challenges. Regulations from

state health o� cials have forced

retailers to close their doors and

� nd new ways to operate.

Community support during

these trying times is going to help

keep these businesses a� oat, Vic-

ki Wade, president of Destination

Downtown Newton Alliance and

owner of Olive ‘et Boutique, said.

Still, there are ways to help.

Local businesses need support

more than ever, resort to new

ways to reach customers

SUPPORT | 2A

Westwood Golf

Course now open

with restrictions By Troy HydeNewton News

� e City of Newton

shut down all city build-

ings on March 18 includ-

ing Westwood Municipal

Golf Course. � e popu-

lar Newton course was

closed the next day but

re-opened on Wednesday

with several restrictions.Brad Sponseller, the

PGA Golf Profession-

al at Westwood Golf

Course, said the two-

week shutdown was a

city-led decision.“� ey are allowing

us to re-open, but there

will be quite a few re-

strictions in place,”

Sponseller said.For other courses in

Jasper County, it was

business as usual for

the most part, despite

the COVID-19 pan-

demic. Gateway Rec-

reation Golf Course

in Monroe and Colfax

Country Club have both

remained open through-

out the month of March.

Each course has its own

restrictions in place, too.

Troy Hyde/Newton News

Westwood Municipal Golf Course closed on March 19

due to COVID-19. The course re-opened with several re-

strictions on Wednesday. Westwood will be open from 10

a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.

GOLF | 3A

Frequency

change reminder Newton News

The Newton Daily News would like to remind

readers about our change in publishing frequency.

This week, we will began publishing two papers a

week under the banner Newton News.

� e coronavirus pandemic has had a tremendous

impact on the nation’s economy and the newspaper

business is not immune to that impact. Due to the

decrease in advertising volume, we are forced to im-

plement cost-saving measures.

� e Newton News will continue to have two pub-

lications a week with newspapers delivered on Tues-

days and Fridays. Any questions can be directed to

the newspaper at 641-792-5320.

During this � rst week, the editorial sta� has con-

tinued to work daily to provide fresh content on our

website and social media sites. We want to continue

to bring our readers reliable, local information ev-

ery day in any way we can.

� ank you for your understanding and support

as we do our very best to cope with a di� cult situ-

ation.

Newton library creates digital library card

By Dustin TeaysNewton News

Adjustments are being made

by the Newton Public Library to

allow patrons to utilize services

while the doors remain closed.

One way the sta� is making that

happen is o� ering a digital li-

brary card for those who may

not have a library card already.

“Given that people can’t come

in to get a library card right now

we wanted to provide an oppor-

tunity for people to access those

(resources) and get themselves

a library card without having to

come into the building,” public

services librarian Becca Klein

said.� e digital library card is very

easy to apply for, Klein said. It

can be found on the homepage of

the NPL website which contains

a direct link to the registration

form. � e NPL will be noti� ed

once the form is completed and

set up the library card. Within

two business days, the customer

will get their card number and

pin number.“All you do is � ll out a short

form with your contact informa-

tion,” Klein said.� e digital library card, Klein

said, will work for six months

but only gives customers access

to the digital materials. � ere

are plenty of resources online for

people to look through including

e-books and magazines, among

many other items.

Dustin Teays/Newton News

The Newton Public Library has had to close its doors due to the coronavirus

pandemic but they have created a way to non-card members to get a card

and have access to the digital library.

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