- Voice of Muscatine

Meet Your Local Heroes at Muscatine’s Public Safety Open House, October 5

Friday, October 3 by Tami Seitz

One of the community’s most popular annual events, the Muscatine Public Safety Open House, will be held on Sunday, October 5, from 12–3 p.m. at the Public Safety Building, 312 East 5th Street. The event is hosted by the Muscatine Fire Department, Muscatine Police... Read More.

MPW Customer Survey Shows Satisfaction Gains; Mobile Service Research Continues

Thursday, October 2 by Connor Kenney

On Tuesday evening, the Muscatine Power and Water (MPW) Board of Trustees reviewed results from the June 2025 customer satisfaction survey and discussed ongoing research into offering mobile plan services. The survey, conducted by Beyond Feedback, followed the 2023 survey to measure residential customer satisfaction... Read More.

Boos & Bites: A Spooktacular Evening to Support Junior Achievement

Wednesday, October 1 by Tami Seitz

Get ready, Muscatine—ghosts, gourds, and gourmet bites are coming to town. On Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 5:30 PM, the elegant Merrill Hotel will transform into a Halloween-themed tasting experience, where spooky sips and savory samples come together for a cause. Hosted by Read More.

Step Off the Edge, Lift Up the Community: Muscatine’s Big Fundraiser Returns

Tuesday, September 30 by Tami Seitz

Muscatine, Iowa, will host its annual Over the Edge event Friday, October 3, offering a thrilling opportunity to rappel down the historic Laurel Building in downtown Muscatine. This unique fundraiser supports three local nonprofits: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Muscatine County, Special Olympics Iowa,... Read More.

LIVE Muscatine: Welcome Orientation for Newcomers

Monday, September 29 by Connor Kenney

Are you new to Muscatine—or looking to reconnect with the community? The Live Muscatine Welcome Orientation is your chance to meet fellow residents and explore everything that makes Muscatine a great place to call home.The next orientation takes place Tuesday, October 7, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in... Read More.

Muscatine Fire Department Honors Three Retiring Heroes After Decades of Service

Monday, September 29 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Fire Department (MFD) will celebrate the retirement of three longtime members on Tuesday, Sept. 30, marking the end of more than 70 years of combined service. Battalion Chiefs Joe Timmsen and Ted Hillard are both retiring after decades of leadership and dedication to... Read More.

Hoosiers Make Big Plays And Hold Off Hawkeyes 20-15.

Saturday, September 27 by Kevin Walker

There aren't moral victory trophies in college football and the Iowa Hawkeyes know they had opportunities to upend number 11 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes let a game slip away against the Hoosiers that they feel they should have won. Iowa played well, but made too... Read More.

Hoosiers Flying High Into Iowa City For Hawkeye Homecoming

Thursday, September 25 by Kevin Walker

Number 11 Indiana comes to Iowa City fresh off almost scoring 70 on Illinois last Saturday as Iowa celebrates Homecoming in a 2:35 kickoff. Coverage is brought to you by Muscatine Power and Water, Morse Chevy, Buick GMC and Community Health Care Dental Clinic.... Read More.

Pearl City Vintage Market Returns to Muscatine Riverfront

Tuesday, September 23 by Tami Seitz

The Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry is bringing back the 5th Annual Pearl City Vintage Market along Muscatine’s scenic riverfront on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. This free, family-friendly event will showcase a variety of handmade, vintage, repurposed,... Read More.

Police Investigating Fraudulent Youth Baseball Team in Muscatine

Tuesday, September 23 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Police Department is warning families about a fraudulent youth baseball program calling itself the Muscatine Vipers. The team was advertised as having 8U and 11U league teams, but when the fall season started, parents discovered the Vipers were never officially registered. Several... Read More.