News in Newton

Make plans now for Soldiers Reunion Cruisin' and Car Show
Classic cars, good music, fellowship, and fun – these are common at the annual Soldiers Reunion “Cruisin’ & Car Show” scheduled for Sunday afternoon and evening, August 15. (Read more...)

Sergeant retires from Newton PD after 15 years of service
Police Sergeant Steve Boyd was honored at a retirement luncheon on Monday, July 26 as he officially retired from the City of Newton Police Department after 15 years of service. (Read more...)

Motorcycle, Truck, & Car Show Classic held July 24
A good crowd of spectators and participants turned out for the 2010 Motorcycle, Truck, & Car Show Classic on July 24 at Southside Park in Newton. (Read more...)

Soldiers Reunion Pageants set for August 10, 11, & 12
The 2010 Soldiers Reunion Pageants are scheduled for August 10, 11, & 12 at the Newton-Conover Auditorium. Rehearsal will be held on August 9. (Read more...)

Fire Dept. testing hydrants in southeast quadrant
The City of Newton Fire Department will begin conducting annual fire hydrant flowing and testing the week of July 26 in the city’s southeast quadrant (south of 'A' Street and east of Main Avenue). (Read more...)

Friends of the Library plans annual book sale Aug. 12-14
If bargain books are your thing, be sure to mark August 12-14 on your calendar for the Friends of Catawba County Library’s book sale. (Read more...)

Main Library to feature Soldiers Reunion display and more
Catawba County Library System will sponsor several special displays during August. Displays are intended for informational and education as well as entertainment. (Read more...)

Youth Football Registration Continues..
Are you ready for some football? The Newton Parks & Recreation Department will be continuing registration for youth football leagues. (Read more...)

Youth Fall Soccer Registration continues until August 6th.
The Newton Parks & Recreation Department will be continuing registration for its youth fall soccer leagues. Registration will continue through Friday, August 6. (Read more...)

Soldiers Reunion Men’s Softball Tournament is Aug. 13-15
The Newton Parks & Recreation Department will sponsor the Soldiers Reunion Men’s Softball Tournament on August 13-15, 2010 at Jacob Fork Park. Entry fee for the double-elimination tournament will be $120. Deadline to register is Friday, August 6 by 5:00 p.m. ASA rules will be used. Two (2) balls will be furnished. (Read more...)

Ribbon cutting held July 16 at Newton's Jacob Fork Park
The City of Newton officially dedicated its newest park facility, Jacob Fork Park, on Friday, July 16 at 5:30 p.m. Two new softball fields were opened at the event just in time for the start of the park’s first softball tournament. (Read more...)

Newton City Council adopts Downtown Streetscape Master Plan
The Newton City Council adopted the Downtown Newton Streetscape Master Plan at its July 13th meeting. (Read more...)

Bolton wins July 2010 'Yard of the Month' award
The property of Linda Bolton of North Main Avenue in Newton was selected by the Newton Appearance Commission for its July 2010 “Yard of the Month” award. Bolton received a $30 Lowe’s Hardware gift card, a certificate, and a yard sign to recognize her achievement. (Read more...)

Soldiers Reunion Horseshoe Tournament is August 19
The Newton Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring the Soldiers Reunion Horseshoe Tournament on Thursday, August 19 at Westside/Jaycee Park starting at 7:00 p.m. This is a single-elimination tournament which is open to the public ages 16 and older. Entry fee for two-person teams is $10. (Read more...)

Soldiers Reunion Senior Citizens Dance planned Aug. 12
Newton Parks & Recreation Department will sponsor the Soldiers Reunion Senior Citizens Dance for those age 55 and older on Thursday, August 12 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Read more...)

Residents urged to register phone numbers for Community Alert System to ensure delivery of important messages
Are you registered to receive important messages from the City of Newton and Catawba County? (Read more...)

Ribbon cutting held at The Wepner Wellness Center
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at The Wepner Wellness Center on June 29. (Read more...)

Fire Dept. to test hydrants in southwest quadrant
The City of Newton Fire Department will begin conducting annual fire hydrant flowing and testing on Tuesday, July 6 in the city’s southwest quadrant (south of 'A' Street and west of Main Avenue). The testing is expected to continue for the next several weeks. (Read more...)

Mayor tours new expansion at The Perfect Workout
Newton Mayor Robert A. Mullinax and city staff toured the new expansion of The Perfect Workout facility on June 28. (Read more...)

Friends of the Library plans big book sale Aug. 12-14
Friends of Catawba County Library are gearing up for their next big book sale Aug. 12-14 at the Main Library in Newton. (Read more...)

Ribbon cutting held at Wells Fargo Advisors
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Wells Fargo Advisors in downtown Newton on Thursday, June 17. (Read more...)

Southern Hospitality Workcamps volunteers hard at work this week
More than 400 volunteers with the Southern Hospitality Workcamps are in Catawba County to complete repair and rehabilitation projects at the homes of elderly, handicapped, and other homeowners in need. (Read more...)

'Homework Help' program at Main Library is a success
The Homework Help program at Catawba County Library was a big success, according to April Green of Youth Services in Newton. (Read more...)

Area children learn the game of football at skills clinic
The Newton Parks & Recreation Department and the Catawba County Hornets hosted a Football Skills Clinic on Saturday, June 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Westside/Jaycee Park. (Read more...)

19th Annual Soldiers Reunion Bike Ride planned Sunday, August 22 in Newton
The Newton Parks & Recreation Department has announced plans for the 19th Annual 30-60-100 Mile Century Bike Ride on Sunday, August 22, at 8:00 a.m. as part of the Soldiers Reunion events in Newton. (Read more...)

Newton Recreation plans annual Reunion 5K Run/Walk on August 21
The Newton Parks & Recreation Department has scheduled the 20th Annual Soldiers Reunion 5K Run/Walk for Saturday, August 21, 2010, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Newton Recreation Center. A one-mile fun run is slated to begin prior to the 5K run at 8:00 a.m. (Read more...)

Ribbon cutting held at Fixtures & More in downtown Newton
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Fixtures & More in downtown Newton on June 17. The new store is located at 213 South College Avenue, in the former Cruisers café building. (Read more...)

Auditorium to offer grant writing, research workshop Aug. 2-3
The Newton-Conover Auditorium will offer a 'Grant Writing & Research Workshop' August 2-3 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Read more...)

Plans under way for 2010 Soldiers Reunion in August
This year marks the 121st anniversary of the Soldiers Reunion in Newton. Sponsored by the Newton Merchants Association and American Legion Post 16, the week-long celebration is believed to be the longest-running patriotic celebration not based on a holiday in the entire country. (Read more...)

Tripp property receives June 2010 'Yard of the Month' award
While touring the landscape of John and Sally Tripp of the Farmington Hills subdivision, one almost experiences a sensory overload with the birds singing, the vivid flowers and their aroma, and a lush yard on which to walk. For enhancing the beauty of Newton, the Tripps earned the June 2010 “Yard of the Month” award from the Newton Appearance Commission. (Read more...)

Electric Division earns 2009 Safety Award from ElectriCities
At the June 1 meeting of the Newton City Council, the city’s Electric Division was honored with the 2009 ElectriCities Safety Award. David Young, Senior Safety & Training Specialist for ElectriCities, presented the plaque to Newton Public Works & Utilities Director Wilce Martin and Assistant Director Doug Wesson. (Read more...)

Map available to show current tree-trimming area
The City of Newton has begun its annual tree-trimming campaign to provide electric customers with safe, reliable service. City staff constantly inspects and maintains tree limbs to avoid hazards to the city’s electric system. (Read more...)

City holds Employee Fitness Day
The City of Newton encourages physical fitness for its employees. To promote its health and wellness efforts, the city held an “Employee Fitness Day” on May 19 at Southside Park. (Read more...)

Newton garners two first-place NC3C communications awards
The City of Newton garnered two first-place Excellence in Communications Awards at the NC3C (North Carolina City & County Communicators) awards program on April 29 in the Davis Theater at the Cabarrus County Arts Council. (Read more...)

Ribbon cutting held May 21 at Norris Auto Clinic
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Norris Auto Clinic on May 21, 2010. The new business is located at 1507 Northwest Boulevard (US Hwy. 321 Business) in Newton. (Read more...)

Citywide Yard Sale attracts large crowd
The 2010 Citywide Yard Sale was held on Saturday, May 15 at Southside Park. (Read more...)

Newton hosts NCAMES Lineman's Rodeo on May 19
The City of Newton hosted the 13th Annual North Carolina Association for Municipal Electric Systems’ (NCAMES) Lineman’s Rodeo on May 19 at the Hickory American Legion Fairground. (Read more...)

CVCC Summerscapes 2010 at Newton Recreation Department
Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) is planning a variety of classes in the “Summerscapes 2010” program, to be held at the Newton Recreation Center. (Read more...)

Large crowd attends Newton MayFest
Thousands of people visited downtown Newton on Saturday, May 15 to enjoy MayFest. (Read more...)

Guthmann property selected for May 2010 'Yard of the Month'
If you live in the Court Yard Subdivision off NC Hwy. 10 West, you have probably noticed the meticulous landscape of Chris and Laurie Guthmann. For their efforts in keeping Newton beautiful, the couple was chosen for the Newton Appearance Commission’s May 2010 “Yard of the Month” honor. (Read more...)

VIDEO: 2010 Peace Officer Memorial Service
The 2010 Peace Officer Memorial Service was held on Monday, May 10 at Catawba Memorial Park in Hickory. The annual event, coordinated by the Catawba County Fraternal Order of Police, honors fallen heroes from the county, state, and nation. (Read more...)

Fallen heroes honored at Peace Officer Memorial Service May 10
Those officers who answered the call to protect and serve, but paid the ultimate price, were honored on May 10, 2010 at the annual Peace Officer Memorial Service at Catawba Memorial Park in Hickory. The event is coordinated by the Catawba County Fraternal Order of Police. (Read more...)

City Council honors City Clerk during Municipal Clerks Week
Mayor Robert A. Mullinax and members of the Newton City Council honored Newton City Clerk Beunice “Bootsie” R. Roberts at the May 4th meeting in recognition of “Municipal Clerks Week,” which is being celebrated nationwide from May 2-8, 2010. (Read more...)

Ribbon cutting held at Sunrise Cafe in downtown Newton
The City of Newton welcomed Sunrise Cafe to downtown Newton on May 7, 2010 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. (Read more...)

Learn more about the air quality index, ozone forecast
Are you concerned about air quality? The ozone forecast? Knowing when orange or red ozone action days are forecast will help you plan for days when you may need to avoid prolonged outdoor activity. (Read more...)

Communities encourage everyone to view Google application
The communities of Lenoir and Hickory, counties of Catawba and Caldwell, and the towns and cities in between and close by were one of 1,100 communities to submit an application for the Google Fiber to the Home (FTTH) Request for Information (RFI) on March 26. (Read more...)

Arbor Day Tree Planting held April 24 at Southside Cemetery
In recognition of Earth Day and Arbor Day, the Newton Appearance Commission planted a Crepe Myrtle tree at Southside Cemetery on April 24. (Read more...)

Photos from 'The Big Sweep' Citywide Cleanup
'The Big Sweep' Citywide Cleanup was held Saturday, April 24, 2010. (Read more...)

Ribbon cutting held April 12 at Affordable Cab
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Monday, April 12 at Affordable Cab in Newton. (Read more...)

Registration for Youth Football begins May 3rd
Are you ready for some football? The Newton Parks & Recreation Department will begin registration for youth football leagues on Monday, May 3. (Read more...)

Youth Fall Soccer Registration begins May 3rd
The Newton Parks & Recreation Department will begin registration for its youth fall soccer leagues on Monday, May 3, 2010. Registration will continue through Friday, August 6. (Read more...)

Greenway Public Transportation gets a new look
You may have noticed that local transit vehicles are being painted green and have the Greenway Public Transportation logo on them. That’s because Western Piedmont Regional Transit Authority (WPRTA) which operates as Greenway Public Transportation is in the process of re-branding the entire vehicle fleet. (Read more...)

Nominations now being accepted for 'Yard of the Month'
Do you or someone you know have a yard that deserves recognition? The Newton Appearance Commission invites you to nominate that special yard for the prestigious “Yard of the Month” honor. (Read more...)

PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Teen Leadership Newton - Session 4
Session four of the 2010 Teen Leadership Newton program was held on February 25. The students visited the raw water intake, the water treatment plant, and the wastewater treatment plant. (Read more...)

VIDEO: 2010 Unity Day Celebration, February 7
Check out this video from the 2010 Unity Day Celebration... (Read more...)

Richards retires after 30 years at WWTP
James Richards, a 30-year employee at the City of Newton Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), was honored at a retirement luncheon held in his honor on Friday, January 29. (Read more...)

Unity Day Celebration brings community together
A large crowd filled the Newton-Conover Auditorium on Sunday, February 7 as local residents joined hands to celebrate diversity at the City of Newton’s annual Unity Day Celebration. (Read more...)

Local, regional media provide coverage of Target grand opening
The grand opening and ribbon cutting for the new Target Distribution Center was held on August 11 in Newton, at the Target site located off NC Hwy. 10 near US Hwy. 321. (Read more...)

Backwater valve will prevent sewer backups
Do you have a backwater valve installed in your home or business? Since 1958, the N.C. Plumbing Code has required that a backwater valve be installed in all structures if they have a plumbing fixture that has a “flood rim elevation” below the next upstream city sewer manhole. (Read more...)