- Voice of Muscatine

City of Muscatine Urges Immediate Precautions Ahead of Arctic Blast

Thursday, January 22 by Tami Seitz

The City of Muscatine is urging all residents to take immediate precautions as an Extreme Cold Warning is in effect from midnight Thursday through noon Friday, with wind chills potentially dropping as low as –35°F across Muscatine County. An incoming Arctic air mass is... Read More.

Muscatine Fire Department Urges Winter Fire Safety as Bitter Cold Arrives

Tuesday, January 20 by Tami Seitz

As some of the coldest temperatures of the season are expected this weekend, the Muscatine Fire Department is urging residents to take extra precautions with home heating, electrical systems and cooking practices to reduce the risk of fires during the winter months. According to the... Read More.

Ice, Lights and Iowa Pride: Icestravaganza Freezes Fun in Downtown Davenport

Friday, January 9 by Tami Seitz

A family-friendly winter tradition returns to Downtown Davenport Jan. 16–18 with Icestravaganza, a free outdoor celebration at the Freight House, 421 W. River Drive. Presented by Luxtown.com, this year’s Icestravaganza features the theme “This Is Iowa,” transforming the Freight House boardwalk into a walkable... Read More.

Kids First Pancake Breakfast to Support Local Students

Wednesday, January 7 by Tami Seitz

Support local students while enjoying a hearty breakfast at the Kids First Pancake Breakfast, set for Friday, Jan. 30, in Muscatine. The event will be held from 7 to 9 a.m. in the Walnut Room at MidWestOne Bank, 300 E. Second St. The public is... Read More.

UnityPoint Health Announces Chief Medical Officer and Vice President for Cardiovascular Services

Thursday, January 1 by Tami Seitz

As part of its commitment to improving access to heart care across Iowa and the Midwest, UnityPoint Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter George, MD, FACC as chief medical officer for cardiovascular services. As chief medical officer, Dr. George will provide... Read More.

Muscatine Women’s Leadership Network Hosts “The Restoration Project”

Monday, December 29 by Tami Seitz

As part of a new partnership with Cedar Rapids based personal and professional development firm, “The Restoration Project”, the Muscatine Women’s Leadership Network has tapped Partner and Energy Builder, Brooke Fitzgerald, to guide the next event in the MWLN Series. “The Path to Enough: A Half-Day Experience... Read More.

MPW Sets the Stage for Continued Success in 2026

Monday, December 29 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Power and Water (MPW) Board of Trustees on Tuesday approved the Utility’s 2026 operating budget and summary, which includes major infrastructure and renewable energy projects. Key initiatives in the 2026 budget include several major electric projects. MPW will advance construction of EcoGen 10, a new gas-fired... Read More.

Ring in the New Year at Noon With Family-Friendly Celebration

Tuesday, December 23 by Tami Seitz

Families are invited to ring in the new year a little early with a fun-filled Noon Year’s Eve celebration on Wednesday, Dec. 31, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave. Designed especially for families with young children, the event... Read More.

Holiday City Office Closures and Changes to Trash & Recycling Pickup

Monday, December 22 by Tami Seitz

City of Muscatine offices will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and Thursday, Dec. 25, in observance of the Christmas holiday. All offices will open for regular business hours on Friday, Dec. 26. Muscatine Transfer Station The Muscatine Transfer Station will be closed on December 24... Read More.

ORA Orthopedics and UnityPoint Health® – Trinity Unveil Game-Changing Partnership Expansion

Friday, December 19 by Tami Seitz

In a major advancement for orthopedic care in the Quad Cities, ORA Orthopedics, the area’s largest and most comprehensive orthopedic practice, is excited to announce an exclusive partnership with UnityPoint Health – Trinity hospitals effective Dec. 18, 2025. This transformative collaboration brings together two trusted... Read More.

Author: Tami Seitz