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County to close 155th Street starting March 11

Monday, March 2 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine County Engineer’s Office announced that 155th Street (F70) will be closed to traffic for a bridge replacement project over Little Mosquito Creek beginning Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The closure will be from Kelly Avenue (X46) to North Mulberry Road (X54). Construction is anticipated... Read More.

MFD responds to apartment fire on Park Avenue Thursday

Saturday, February 28 by Tami Seitz

At approximately 11:03 a.m. on February 26, 2026, the Muscatine Joint Communications Center (MUSCOM) received a 911 call reporting flames and heavy black smoke coming from a multi‑family residential building at 2424 Park Avenue. Fire crews arrived to find smoke coming from a second‑floor apartment.... Read More.

Live Music Takes Center Stage at Muscatine High School Auditorium

Thursday, February 26 by Tami Seitz

It’s shaping up to be an exciting week of live performances at the Muscatine High School Auditorium as student musicians take the stage for a series of concerts the community won’t want to miss. The week kicks off with the MHS Choir Concert on March... Read More.

Free Will Donation Spay & Neuter Clinic Extended Through March 5

Friday, February 20 by Tami Seitz

A free will donation-based spay and neuter clinic has been extended through March 5, giving more pet owners the opportunity to access affordable services for their dogs and cats. Thanks to a generous donation from Dr. Kelly Airey, an additional 40 to 50 surgeries will... Read More.

Support Domestic Violence Survivors-Pre-Order the 2026 MCSA Limited Edition Isabel Bloom

Thursday, February 19 by Tami Seitz

Meet the 2026 MCSA Official Limited Edition Isabel Bloom — an adorable Baby Hedgehog created to support survivors in our community. The Muscatine Center for Social Action (MCSA) is now accepting pre-orders only for this year’s limited-edition Isabel Bloom. The sweet Baby Hedgehog is... Read More.

Lead Safety Projects and Major Sewer Loan Up for Debate at City Council Meeting

Tuesday, February 17 by Tami Seitz

Muscatine homes are set to receive lead hazard mitigation through the Lead Hazard Mitigation and Healthy Homes Program, pending approval of project contracts by the Muscatine City Council at its Tuesday (Feb. 17) meeting. The program is supported by a $2.5 million Lead Hazard Reduction... Read More.

Tot Time Starts at Musco Sports Center

Friday, February 13 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Musco Sports Center, has introduced a new weekly drop-in program designed especially for young children and their families. Beginning now, “Tot Time” will be held every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the... Read More.

Iowa Nursing Home Administrator Charged With Theft Agrees to Suspend Practice Amid Investigation

Wednesday, February 11 by Tami Seitz

An Iowa nursing home administrator charged with stealing thousands of dollars from an elderly resident has agreed not to practice while a state investigation is pending, according to the Iowa Capital Digest. Chelsi Ingles, 34, of Tipton, is charged with first-degree theft against an... Read More.

CBI Bank & Trust Advances Leadership Team with Key Promotions

Wednesday, February 11 by Tami Seitz

Senior Vice President and Muscatine County President, Nate Meineke Nate Meineke has been promoted to senior vice president and Muscatine County president. Most recently he had been vice president and Muscatine County president. Nate has been with CBI Bank & Trust since 2018. Throughout... Read More.

Muscatine Police Announce A.T.E. Mobile Traffic Enforcement Schedule for Isett Avenue

Tuesday, February 10 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Police Department has announced the deployment schedule for the Automated Traffic Enforcement (A.T.E.) mobile vehicle: Tuesday-Friday (February 10-13, 2026) – 2100 block of Isett Avenue. Deployment locations and dates are subject to change without notice. For more info about the program click on the... Read More.

Author: Tami Seitz