Newton News Archives

A housekeeper for America's Best Value Inn found a bit more than expected when entering a room Tuesday in the motel at 1620 E. Second St. via Newton Kansan

No coach in the state is going to admit that they have an easy path to get to next week's state tournaments. via Topeka Capital-Journal

A Newton woman was in fair condition at Wichita's Wesley Medical Center Thursday after being hurt in a one-vehicle crash at 4:12 p.m. Wednesday in Marion County. via Salina Journal

“When you understand, you cannot help but love ... practice looking at all living beings with the eyes of compassion.”

The nationwide "A Season for Non-violence" is under way. Peace Connections in Newton provided the following daily practices residents can use during the 65 days of the observance. via Newton Kansan

Lucas Buller, right, found love after saving Alex Vidacs, second from right, from nearly drowning in June. via Newton Kansan

The Newton High School Railiner dance team had a performance Friday during halftime of the Newton-Winfield boys' basketball game of the participants of a recent junior clinic. via Newton Kansan

“We are blessed to call her Mom, Grandma and friend”

The children of Doris Stevenson are requesting a card shower in honor of her 87th birthday. via Newton Kansan

“Happy birthday -- Mom, Grandma and Great-Grandma.”

Guess who's turning 90 on Wednesday? Susie Lohrentz's children, Phil and Virgean Ratzloff, Gloria Fowler, Don and Sharon Ratzloff, and Lewis and Geraldine Wiebe request a card shower for their mother. via Newton Kansan

“They must have a desire for change. ... There is a goal they want to achieve, but they have not had success to achieve that goal.”

Have you ever felt stuck in life -- just unhappy, and you can't quite figure out what you need to get out of the rut? A new program at Prairie View called life coaching could help you move forward and set new ... via Newton Kansan

The Greater Newton Community Foundation is accepting applications for grants from the Greater Newton Kids FUNd. via Newton Kansan

A card shower is requested for Arlene Decker of Newton in honor of her 65th birthday, which is Wednesday. via Newton Kansan

“It is in the best interest of the 16-year-old girl not to have to testify in front of 12 people, although lovely, still strangers never the less”

At the last minute, a man charged in Harvey County district court with nine criminal counts, including rape, took a plea deal. via Newton Kansan

“I really regret having to do this”

There is going to be one more change to the faces that sit along the row of chairs in the Newton City Commission Chambers. via Newton Kansan

“We have seen some of the work (CGI Communications) has prepared for other cities and are impressed with the high quality of workmanship”

Visitors to the city of Newton's Web site soon will be able to take virtual tours designed to show off the city's assets. via Newton Kansan

Gretchen Suzanne Bartel of Newton and D.J. Bookout were married during a 5 p.m. Aug. via Newton Kansan

Jennifer and Ryan Wilson, a boy, Colton Haskell Wilson, born Jan. 29, 2008, at Newton Medical Center. via Newton Kansan

“When you consult with kids on an everyday basis and deal with kids having problems, you can try to nip problems in the bud before they become legal problems.”

Newton experienced a drop in some serious crimes in 2007, including significant decreases in burglary and theft. via Newton Kansan

“This market analysis is very similar to the Buxton study done for retail business in Newton”

With so much talk happening about what the needs are for a new recreational facility in Newton by the city, Newton Area Chamber of Commerce, the school district and the Newton Recreation Commission, someone ... via Newton Kansan

Leonard "Lindy" Buller turns 95 on Feb. 15. His family requests a card shower. Cards may be sent to 3001 Ivy Drive, North Newton, KS 67117-8005. Leonard was an employee of Cargill for many years and is a member ... via Newton Kansan

Art A. Schmidt of Walton will turn 90 years old Friday and will celebrate with a family dinner Sunday. via Newton Kansan

"Your Life Is a Story" with Ann Schowalter will be presented 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. via Newton Kansan

“We've talked this issue to death.”

"It's really time to fish or cut bait," said John Morton, superintendent of Newton schools. via Newton Kansan

North Ridge Road will be closed between Northwest 12th and West First Street on Feb. via Newton Kansan

“The folks who own the outlet mall are giving the city the space”

With as many as 21 trains crossing through the center of town most days, Newton Police officers find themselves stuck when they need to respond to emergencies just on the other side of the tracks. via The Hutchinson News, Hutchinson Kansas

Starting second from left, Cole Sturgeon, Zach Gaede and Gina Gaede are among a group that reacts Thursday afternoon after members guessed a word during a Kansas Pictionary game at St. via Newton Kansan

“Praise yourself as much as you can ... the love in our lives begins with us ... Loving yourself will help heal this planet.”

The nationwide "A Season for Non-violence" begins Wednesday. Peace Connections in Newton provided the following daily practices residents can use during the 65 days of the observance. via Newton Kansan

The Princess Closet loans gowns to area high school girls so no one feels the need to spend hundreds of dollars at expensive formal shops for prom. via Newton Kansan

Shawn Caraway of Newton and Lisa Johnson of Bedford, Iowa, welcome a daughter, Cheyenne Nadine Caraway, born at 4:03 p.m. on Jan. via Newton Kansan

Ken Knepper, publisher of The Newton Kansan, also will be the interim publisher of The El Dorado Times, starting today. via Newton Kansan