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Governor Kelly Announces North America’s Largest Roofing Manufacturer to Invest More than $300M; Create More than 130 Jobs in Newton

By Kansas Department of Commerce TOPEKA/NEWTON, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced today that GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, will invest more than $300 million in Newton by constructing a new shingle plant. The estimated 275,000-square-foot facility... Read More.

Salthawks Derail Newton in Lopsided Win

By Brad Hallier HUTCHINSON, Kan. - A week after suffering one of their most puzzling losses this century, the Hutchinson High football team came back Friday more than perturbed.A group of angry Salthawks scored early and often and blasted Newton 50-7 on Friday at Gowans... Read More.

Newton Approves Next Steps for 71-Home Addition

Rundown by the City of Newton Public Information Office (this does not represent official Commission minutes) NEWTON, Kan. — The Newton City Commission Meeting began at 7 p.m. on July 25, 2023, and the City Commission first set a public hearing for Sept. 12 to establish a... Read More.

Newton City Manager Submits Resignation

NEWTON, Kan. – Newton City Manager Kelly McElroy has announced she will leave her position in October after seven years of service to the Newton community.McElroy has been city manager since January 2020. She joined the Newton staff in October 2016, first as community... Read More.

Newton to host 2024 U.S. Adaptive Open

NEWTON, Kan. –  At Tuesday night’s meeting, the Newton City Commission approved an agreement with USGA to host the 2024 U.S. Adaptive Open at Sand Creek Station Golf Course.KemperSports regional manager Chris Tuohey, who serves as Sand Creek Station’s general manager, said hosting the... Read More.

5-run Fifth, Lifts BatCats to 5-2 Win Over Newton

By: Grant Barrett, Ad Astra Radio  GREAT BEND, Kan. - In a pitcher’s duel through five and a half innings, the BatCats were able to claim all five runs in the fifth, to defeat the Newton Sluggin’ Rebels 5-2.It was a solid night for Anthony... Read More.

IdeaTek Expanding Gigabit Fiber to Newton

NEWTON, Kan. – Internet Freedom is coming to Newton.IdeaTek is expanding its popular ultra-fast fiber internet to Newton residents and businesses. This expansion will give thousands of households and businesses access to gigabit speeds at affordable prices. IdeaTek has long been dedicated to bridging the... Read More.

MMS Girls Wrestlers Finish 14-10 in Newton Mixer

NEWTON, Kan. - The McPherson Middle School Girls Wrestling team competed in a wrestling mixer on Tuesday, where they finished 14-10 as a team.Individuals who finished undefeated (2-0) included: Addie French, McKenna Paul, Amara Dossett, Riley Clemmons, and Amia Barrera.Head Coach Matt McCasland said,... Read More.