Sheriff Matt Stewart Newton County-MO

06/12/2026

We had a great time today! It was great seeing our community come together to support our Shop with a Deputy program. All of the proceeds will go to support kids in our community. We are fortunate to live and work in such a great place! Thank you Newton County!

Community members gathered for the first-ever Newton County Co****le Competition this afternoon, aiming to raise funds for the ‘Shop with a Deputy’ program. Hear from Sherriff Matt Stew…

06/06/2026

D-Day June 6, 1944

06/05/2026

We had a great time hanging out with kids in our community while they had the opportunity to fish! There were several big fish 🎣 caught today!

06/03/2026

Unfortunately, AI generated CSAM or Child Sexual Abuse Material is on the rise. We had two of our detectives attend this training to ensure they are staying up to date on the latest trends. Protecting our children in our community is a top priority!

A special training is underway in Joplin, highlighting child sexual exploitation and how to stop it.

06/02/2026

Come and join us for a ☕️ and conversation this Thursday morning!

Join us this Thursday, June 4th at 7:00am in Seneca, MO.
We will be at Mama's Place (1032 Cherokee Ave, Seneca, MO) for morning coffee and conversation!
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06/01/2026

Congratulations on our June anniversaries! We are thankful they are a part of our team!

05/28/2026

Driving under the influence is a preventable crime.

Newton County Sheriff Matt Stewart says it’s common for his deputies to encounter drivers under the influence, but it’s not just alcohol they are seeing. MORE: https://www.fourstateshomepage.com/news/local/memorial-day-dwi-increase/

05/26/2026

Scammers have been hitting our area hard! If someone contacts you and is pressuring you to pay immediately, it is most likely a scam. If they are pressuring you to pay with bitcoin and/or gift cards, it is absolutely a scam! Please share with your friends and neighbors.

05/26/2026

Please be mindful this summer while traveling! Be sure to plan plenty of time, increase your following distance, put the phone down, and buckle up.

The days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are known as the 100 Deadly Days of Summer — a time when traffic crash fatalities historically increase.

More drivers are on the road, families are traveling, and young or inexperienced drivers may be behind the wheel more often. Before you head out, make safe choices every time:

✅ Buckle up
✅ Slow down
✅ Put the phone down
✅ Drive sober
✅ Stay alert

A few seconds of caution can save a life.

Drive smart. Save lives.

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor those who gave all for our freedom and our Country.