The city of Newton announced “100 Signs of Progress” in the Newton community during Newton Development Corp.’s Salute to Business and Industry held last week. The unveiling of the list of 100 accomplishments coincided with the four-year anniversary of the passage of the city’s comprehensive plan. The plan, which has received two state-level awards, serves as both the official policy and strategic approach for future development and growth as well as the plan for the entire community. Accomplishments highlighted on the list include NASCAR’s investment in Iowa Speedway, the establishment of the Friends of Newton Parks nonprofit organization, and several businesses that have opened in Newton in the past four years.   Read an article about Newton on BusinessRecord.com.