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CBI Bank & Trust Appoints Susan L. Eversmeyer to Board of Directors

Friday, August 22 by Connor Kenney

Muscatine, IA — August 22, 2025 - CBI Bank & Trust, is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan L. Eversmeyer to its Board of Directors, effective August 21, 2025. Eversmeyer, born and raised in Ottumwa, Iowa, earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting with... Read More.

Crossroads FestivALL Amped Up for 2025

Monday, August 18 by Connor Kenney

Muscatine, IA – Crossroads is excited to announce the return of the fourth annual FestivALL on Saturday, September 20, from 1–7 p.m. at the corner of Second Street and Pine in downtown Muscatine. What began as a small parking lot carnival has grown into an all-day... Read More.

Trinity Health Foundation Hosts Free Health Educational Event

Monday, August 18 by Connor Kenney

(ROCK ISLAND, Illinois – August 18, 2025) UnityPoint Health® and Trinity Health Foundation invite the community to the 17th annual V.R. Alla Community Health Symposium – a free event focused on raising awareness about heart health. Alyas Chaudhry, MD, Cardiac Surgery Associates, S.C. will present... Read More.

LST-325 Coming To Muscatine September 11-15th, 2025

Monday, July 21 by News Room

We are excited to announce that the LST-325, the only fully operational Landing Ship Tank (LST) still in its original World War II configuration in U.S. waters, will be open for public tours in Muscatine, IA, from September 11th to 22nd. The ship will be... Read More.

MPW Supports Bulk Electric System; Welcomes New Trustee

Thursday, June 26 by News Room

As summer temperatures rise, Muscatine Power and Water (MPW) leadership reminded the Board of Water, Electric and Communications Trustees that extreme heat can significantly strain the power grid due to increased energy demand. Over the past several days, high temperatures underscored the value of local... Read More.

Celebrate the 4th of July in Muscatine!

Thursday, June 12 by Connor Kenney

Muscatine, Iowa – Plans are underway for the 2025 4th of July Celebration in Muscatine! The community parade, coordinated by Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GMCCI), will get underway promptly at 4:00 PM on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Downtown Muscatine. GMCCI will... Read More.

Limit The Meter Not The People

Monday, June 9 by News Room

Parking meters in Muscatine, Iowa have been a continuous hot topic which tends to resurface without a resolution. Many citizens of the city are against the parking meters for various reasonable reasons, but I want to focus on specific parking meters. The parking meters... Read More.

Raise A Glass For A Great Cause: Habitat For Humanity Fundraiser At Contrary Brewing

Monday, June 9 by News Room

Muscatine County Area Habitat for Humanity is teaming up with Contrary Brewing for a fun-filled evening of great beer, delicious food, and community spirit — all to support affordable housing in Muscatine County! During Hammers ‘n’ Ales, from 4-9 pm, Contrary Brewing, 411 W. Mississippi... Read More.

Muscatine agency recognized for team leadership

Wednesday, March 26 by Submitted

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Muscatine County has received the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) Growth Award for program excellence in 2024. Every year, the BBBSA Nationwide Leadership Council, made up of local agency leaders and board members, selects agencies for excellence... Read More.

Severe Weather Awareness Week: Creating a family plan of action

Wednesday, March 26 by Submitted

Preparing for severe weather can make all the difference in protecting your family and property. The National Weather Service (NWS) recommends three simple steps to stay safe: Make a Plan, build a Kit, and stay informed. Make a Plan Being prepared means knowing what to... Read More.