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NRC turns 80

The roots of the Newton Recreation Commission stretch back to a time when community recreation meant little more than sandlots, playgrounds and organized youth sports — but a fast-moving effort in 1946 set the stage for creating the commission.

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True-Blue Employee

In the world of sports, and in the workplace, you learn quickly who’s on your team when the scoreboard isn’t in your favor. It’s easy to stand shoulder to shoulder when things are going well….

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Newton Kansan Athletes of the Week voting opens

The voting process of the Newton Kansan Athletes of the Week for Week 5 of the spring sports season has opened. The site is at https://contests.cherryroad.com/event/1a74b41cc2f645c4. (A link can also be found at www.thekansan.com). This…

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Senior Resource Fair scheduled

Kansas Christian Home will host its third annual Senior Resource Fair from noon to 3 p.m. May 7 at the Newton Recreation Center, 415 N. Poplar St.The public event will offer free resources and information…