Newton moves forward with Sunday sales election

There will be a vote on whether or not alcohol can be sold by retailers on Sundays by Newton businesses. The commission approved a resolution more than two months ago that could allow for Sunday sales of alcohol. That resolution was subject to a 60-day protest period. During that period, a valid protest petition was filed with the Harvey County Clerk’s Office — meaning that if Sunday sales are to become a reality, it will require a public vote.