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Muscatine Aquatic Center Adjusts Hours Through Labor Day Weekend

Tuesday, August 4 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department is wrapping up another fun and safe summer season and will adjust operating hours at the Muscatine Aquatic Center throughout August and early September. These changes accommodate seasonal staffing shortages as many team members return to school. Adjusted Hours... Read More.

Waffle & Pancake House Announces Aug. 6 Reopening in Muscatine

Monday, August 3 by Tami Seitz

The Waffle & Pancake House will reopen its doors Thursday, Aug. 6, following several weeks of closure. The restaurant announced it has received the all-clear to reopen and will welcome customers back from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday. The restaurant closed temporarily while work was... Read More.

Fresh Start Fest to Provide No Cost Haircuts, Back-to-School Essentials for Area Kids

Sunday, August 2 by Tami Seitz

Local children can get a fresh look and a boost of confidence before the new school year at the second annual Fresh Start Fest on Saturday, Aug. 15. The event will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. at Crossroads, Inc. in Muscatine and will... Read More.

Muscatine Farmers Market Celebrates Customers with Aug. 8 Event

Friday, July 31 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Farmers Market will celebrate its customers with a Customer Appreciation Event from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. The event will feature community displays, activities for children, music, giveaways and local vendors. Featured activities and displays will include: Muscatine Fire Department equipment Coffee... Read More.

Junior Achievement Boos & Bites Returns to Muscatine to Support Student Financial Literacy

Thursday, July 30 by Tami Seitz

Junior Achievement of the Heartland will celebrate its 70th anniversary with the eighth annual JA Taste of Achievement Boos & Bites on Thursday, Oct. 22, at The Merrill Hotel in Muscatine. The fundraiser will be held from 5-7:30 p.m. and features food, drinks, live music,... Read More.

Muscatine Police to Host National Night Out at Musco Sports Center

Saturday, July 25 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Police Department will host National Night Out 2026 from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at the Musco Sports Center. The free, family-friendly event will bring residents, local law enforcement, firefighters and other first responders together for an evening of food, games,... Read More.

Kids Day At Kinnick August 15th

Friday, July 24 by Kevin Walker

The University of Iowa football team will host its annual “Kids’ Day at Kinnick,” presented by UI Health Care, on Saturday, Aug. 15. Supporting sponsors for the event include Alliant Energy, Delta Dental of Iowa, Chase Bank, Chick-fil-A, and Wimmer’s Meats. The open practice begins at... Read More.

Public Invited to Help Shape Future Conservation Projects in Muscatine, Scott Counties

Tuesday, July 14 by Tami Seitz

Muscatine County Conservation and Scott County Conservation are inviting residents to help shape the future of parks, trails, wildlife habitat, and other conservation efforts during the Region 9 Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Assembly. The public meeting will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, July... Read More.

Free Tire & Electronics Drop-Off Starts July 27

Thursday, July 9 by Tami Seitz

Muscatine and Fruitland residents with city refuse service can recycle old tires and unwanted electronics for free during two special drop-off weeks at the Muscatine Transfer Station later this month. The Muscatine City Council approved the 2026 collection dates during its July 7 meeting. The... Read More.

INTERVIEW: Rig Amortis with The Rocking Dead

Friday, July 3 by Connor Kenney

Connor Kenney interviews Rig Amortis with The Rocking Dead, who is performing at Almost Firework Fest in Muscatine, on July 4th!