Newton County Park Board makes donation to Willow Slough

The Newton County Park Board has announced a donation of 25-thousand-dollars to the Willow Slough Fish & Wildlife Area for improvements on the property. The Park District contribution will be used to upgrade picnic and shore fishing areas, including the addition of three 10 by 12 foot pavilions, five charcoal grills, six benches and two fire rings for community use. In a press release, the Park Board said funds were also used to develop signage for five trails in the Fish and Wildlife area.