First Newton schools no longer standing
By Wendy Nugent, Harvey County Now NEWTON—There were several schools in Newton built in the 1800s that are no longer standing. The first school……
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Newton COVID Testing handout site bombarded Friday night
By Wendy Nugent, Harvey County Now NEWTON—Newton outlet mall manager Jackie Curtis said she saw a lot of Sedgwick County license plates while helping……
Tot Time helps kids burn energy
By Wendy Nugent, Harvey County Now NEWTON—Toddlers were all over the gym on Thursday morning at the Newton Activity Center, literally jumping through hoops…….
TEFFI funds come in aimed at Hesston grocery store
It appears a financial law passed last legislative session will bear local fruit, maybe even a produce aisle, a year later. Hesston native Brad…
Local businesses report good holiday shopping season
By Wendy Nugent, Harvey County Now NEWTON—There are at least 1 million items for sale at Metcalf Sisters Antiques and Collectibles, everything from coins……
Sales tax receipts good omen for local economy
By Adam Strunk Despite the pandemic, sales tax receipts took a big jump in 2021. That’s good news for local governments, and according to……