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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.

Muscatine Women’s Leadership to present ‘Finding Balance’

Wednesday, March 26 by Submitted

Join the Muscatine Women’s Leadership Network for an evening of wellness featuring consultations, samples and demonstrations by Energy 108 Yoga, LivLeo Apparel, Prairie Jewel Acupuncture, ProSkin Aesthetics, Pearl City Chiropractic and Rival Nutrition. Focused on physical and mental health, this evening will include guided yoga,... Read More.

Muscatine Police Chief graduates from FBI National Academy

Tuesday, March 25 by Submitted

On Thursday, March 13, 2025, Police Chief Anthony Kies was one of 244 law enforcement officers who graduated from the FBI National Academy, marking the completion of the 293rd session. The class included men and women from 48 states, the District of Columbia, 24... Read More.

Severe Weather Awareness Week: Taking shelter from tornados

Tuesday, March 25 by Submitted

A tornado is a violently rotating column of air extending from the base of a thunderstorm down to the ground. Tornadoes are capable of completely destroying well-made structures, uprooting trees, and hurling objects through the air like deadly missiles. Tornadoes can occur at any... Read More.

Volunteers needed for River Bend Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry

Tuesday, March 25 by Submitted

The Muscatine Community School District and River Bend Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry returns on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Volunteers are currently being sought to box food, sign-in individuals, and load vehicles. To volunteer, please sign up using the following link: Read More.

Leadership Muscatine seeks MORC survey participants

Tuesday, March 25 by Submitted

In preparation for an upcoming project, Leadership Muscatine wants to learn more about how local residents utilize the Muscatine Organics Recycling Center via an online survey. Whether you're a regular visitor or don't utilize the service, your feedback is important. The survey only takes a... Read More.