Newton County Central Dispatch Center

10/23/2026

👻 THE PUMPKINS HAVE ARRIVED! 👻
Our dispatchers didn't hold back for our pumpkin painting contest. Now, the hardest part is up to you. Take a look at the lineup in the photos below and help us crown a winner!

The pumpkin with the most likes will be crowned the Newton County Dispatcher decorating King or Queen.

Voting closes on Thursday 10/29 at midnight! May the best gourd win!!!!!!

10/07/2026

Hi, it’s us again. Please don’t burn today.

Sincerely, Central Dispatch

10/07/2026

10/02/2026

It’s nearly Fall Festival time!!

10/02/2026

📢 BIG NEWS 📢

The burn ban for Newton County was lifted at 3pm this afternoon by the County Commission.

If you plan on doing a controlled burn please call us first on the non-emergency number so we can let your fire department know.

Central Dispatch non-emergency number 417-451-8333 ☎️

09/23/2026

We’ve had lots of citizens calling today asking about controlled burns.

Yes!! We’re still under a burn ban.

Please tell your friends, neighbors, that weird coworker and your Uncle Fred. 🚩🚩🚩

09/10/2026

The burn ban continues

09/06/2026

Save the Date! 🗓️

09/03/2026

‼️Effective immediately‼️

Countywide Burn Ban issued by the Newton County Commissioners

The Newton County Commission has established a countywide burn ban due to the continuing hot and dry conditions. Effective immediately, all outdoor burning is prohibited.

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