- Voice of Muscatine

Give Back, Make a Difference: United Way’s RSVP Program for Seniors

Thursday, October 30 by Tami Seitz

United Way Muscatine County has launched the AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), inviting adults age 55 and older to take part in meaningful volunteer opportunities that address key community needs. Through RSVP, United Way will connect senior volunteers with projects focused... Read More.

Extra Hour of Sleep Coming Sunday as Daylight Saving Time Ends

Thursday, October 30 by Tami Seitz

Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, so remember to set your clocks back one hour before heading to bed Saturday night. You’ll gain an extra hour of sleep — but the evenings will start getting darker earlier. When we “fall back,”... Read More.

MuscaBus offering free rides to the polls on Election Day

Thursday, October 30 by Tami Seitz

The City of Muscatine Transit Division (MuscaBus) is offering free rides to voters on Tuesday, Nov. 4. While MuscaBus does not serve all polling locations directly, residents can schedule a free ride to their polling place. How to schedule a ride: Call MuscaBus at 563-263-8152... Read More.

MPW Shares 2026 Budget Plans And 10-Yr Projections For Electric, Water And Communications

Thursday, October 30 by News Room

At Muscatine Power and Water’s (MPW) October meeting, the Utility’s 2026 Operating Budgets and 10-Year Financial Projections (2026-2035) was presented to the Board of Trustees. The budget and projections highlight the Utility’s continued investments in essential infrastructure for enhanced safety, customer service, reliability and sustainability. The... Read More.

Kick Off the Holiday Season at the Downtown Muscatine Holiday Open House

Thursday, October 30 by Tami Seitz

Get ready to shop, sip, and celebrate the start of the holiday season in Downtown Muscatine. The Downtown Muscatine Holiday Open House returns on Sunday, Nov. 9, from noon to 4 p.m., inviting the community to explore festive deals, tasty treats, and plenty of... Read More.

Fall Leaf Collection Kicks Off This Week in Muscatine

Tuesday, October 28 by Tami Seitz

Fall is here, and the City of Muscatine Department of Public Works (DPW) is once again rolling out its Annual Fall Leaf Collection Program to help residents keep up with the colorful cleanup. Starting Monday, October 27, city leaf vacuum trucks will begin curbside leaf... Read More.

Hawkeyes Dominate Minnesota 41-3 In Big Ten Win

Saturday, October 25 by Kevin Walker

If you could imagine the gameplan going perfectly, it would be today's Iowa win over Minnesota. The Hawkeyes forced three interceptions, ran and passed the ball with efficiency and scored on special teams to go to 4-1 in the Big Ten and 6-2 overall. The... Read More.

MCSA Taking Action: Emergency Support Needed

Thursday, October 23 by News Room

MCSA Food Pantry Taking Action: Emergency Support Needed With the possibility that SNAP benefits may stop in November, MCSA’s Food Pantry is preparing for a dramatic increase in community need. To make sure we can serve as many households as possible, we will not be holding... Read More.

Celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Muscatine Art Center

Tuesday, October 21 by Connor Kenney

The Muscatine Art Center invites families to celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) on Saturday, November 1, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. The event features an afternoon of free, hands-on activities, artmaking, and bilingual performances honoring this vibrant Mexican tradition. Admission... Read More.

Get ready to trot! The 2025 Muscatine Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk is set

Tuesday, October 21 by Connor Kenney

The 2025 Muscatine Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk will be held on November 15 at the Muscatine Municipal Golf Course. Hosted by the Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Muscatine Running Club, this family-friendly event welcomes runners, joggers, and walkers of all... Read More.