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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.

Jensen Named To J Naismith Coach of the Year Watch List

Thursday, February 19 by Kevin Walker

IOWA CITY, Iowa – P. Sue Beckwith, MD, head women’s basketball coach Jan Jensen was named to the 2026 Werner Ladder Naismith Women’s College Coach of the Year the Atlanta Tipoff Club announced on Wednesday. This award is presented to the most outstanding women’s basketball coach who achieves... Read More.

Iowa Upsets Nebraska 57-52

Tuesday, February 17 by Kevin Walker

Iowa needed a win. A win to stop an ugly two game skid. A win against a ranked team. They needed a quality Quad One win. Despite not making a field goal over the last 5 minute, the Hawkeyes, led by Bennett Stirtz's 25... 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.

Stirtz Named to Wooden Award Late Midseason Top 20 Watch List

Wednesday, February 11 by Kevin Walker

LOS ANGELES – University of Iowa senior Bennett Stirtz has been named to the 2025-26 John R. Wooden Award Top 25 Late Midseason Top 20 Watch List, the announcement was made Tuesday by the Los Angeles Athletic Club. Selected by a midseason poll of national college basketball experts,... Read More.