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Iowa Wraps Up Wisconsin

Sunday, March 1 by Kevin Walker

MADISON, Wis. - No. 9 Iowa defeated Wisconsin inside the Kohl Center on Sunday afternoon, 81-52 to secure the two seed in the upcoming Big Ten Tournament that starts Wednesday in Indianapolis. Four Hawkeyes scored in double-digits on the day. Sophomore Ava Heiden led the pack with... 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.

Iowa Women Take Down No. 6 Michigan 62-44

Sunday, February 22 by Kevin Walker

It was Senior Day at Iowa but it was sophomore Ava Heiden that took over a hotly contested defensive game to power the Hawkeyes to a dominating fourth quarter and a big 62-44 win over the No.6 ranked Wolverines. Iowa came into this matchup... 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.

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.