The current Community Club was incorporated in April, 1967. Officer records go back to 1950 listing those who served. Secretary Records have been found back to 1960. In addition, the Newell 50w Anniversary Book says that Newell Commercial Club was organized in 1911.

To promote the Community of Newell. The 1967 Articles of Incorporation state the purpose as "to render constructive civic services for the promotion, furtherances and support of the welfare of the community". We still strive to do the same today.