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St. Joseph’s Catholic Church to host Thanksgiving meal

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Newton will host a Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. Until 1 p.m.

Mary Reitzel, church member, says that everyone is welcome to attend.

“We offer a meal to anyone who wants to eat with others,” she said. “Its an open door.”

2nd Annual Christmas Tour of Historic Homes tickets available now

The Second Annual Christmas Tour of Historic Homes, sponsored by the Newton Kiwanis Club, is fast approaching.

Bandys High shares story to encourage support of the Children’s Advocacy

Kaylyn Taylor is an ordinary high school student with an extraordinary story.

Ribbon cutting for Robert Huffman

Robert Huffman’s desire to increase the quality of life for his clients through solution-based financial planning led him to move his office to a more central and accessible location. 

Cold weather shelter prepares to open

First Presbyterian Church of Newton is providing an invaluable resource in the winter for people experiencing homelessness in the form of an emergency shelter and they need volunteers to help keep the shelter available to community.  

Election Night Results

Election night came with a few surprises and close races. The unofficial results are in from the Catawba County Board of Elections.

Donald “Duck” Robinson will keep his mayoral seat in Catawba. Donald “Donnie” Allen and Carroll Yount will work with him on council.

Newton Kiwanis to host Port-A-Pit fundraiser to benefit scholarship fund

The Newton Kiwanis Club will sponsor its popular Port-A-Pit barbeque chicken fundraiser on Friday, November 8th, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m at the Newton Depot. 

Catawba County Library System offers homework and reading programs

Along with providing free wifi, study rooms, computers, and helpful staff, Catawba County Library System offers two programs for students needing extra help with homework and reading; Homework Helpers and Paws to Read.

Update from The Catawba County Board of Elections:  Turnout is low

According to their website, “The Catawba County Board of Elections is committed to efficiently conducting fair, honest, and impartial elections so that all qualified Catawba County citizens may exercise their right to vote.”

Local business named quarterfinalist for the Independent We Stand Indie Award

Dana's Fine Jewelry of Newton has been named a quarterfinalist for the Independent We Stand Indie Award, and needs your support to win the national small business contest.