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It Takes A Village Animal Rescue & Resources Announces Permanent Closure

Sunday, June 7 by Tami Seitz

After years of serving animals and pet owners throughout the Muscatine area, It Takes A Village Animal Rescue & Resources has announced the permanent closure of its rescue and clinic operations. The organization shared the news in a heartfelt message to supporters, describing the... Read More.

Portion of Riverside Park Temporarily Closed Monday, June 8

Sunday, June 7 by Tami Seitz

The City of Muscatine will temporarily close the downriver boat launch and adjacent parking lot near the Iowa Avenue entrance to Riverside Park on Monday, June 8, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. to accommodate the arrival and docking of the American Melody, a... Read More.

Support Fund Established for McFarland, Whitlow, and Harris Families

Sunday, June 7 by Tami Seitz

In response to the heartbreaking events of June 1, 2026, a fund has been established at the Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine to support the families directly affected by this tragic loss. Charitable donations to the McFarland, Whitlow, and Harris Family Support Fund will help... Read More.

Section of Running River Trail Closed June 8-10

Sunday, June 7 by Tami Seitz

A section of the Running River Trail System will close on Monday, June 8, weather permitting, to allow for construction work related to the dredge spoils relocation project. The closure will extend from the chicanes at the upper end of Riverside Park to just east... Read More.

MPW Breaks Ground on EcoGen 10 Project

Friday, June 5 by Connor Kenney

Muscatine Power and Water (MPW) marked a major milestone in its long-term energy strategy Tuesday, June 2, with a groundbreaking ceremony for EcoGen 10, a new combined heat and power generating facility designed to support the community’s future energy needs. Local business leaders, industry partners... Read More.

GMCCI President Brad Bark Earns National IOM Graduate Recognition

Friday, June 5 by Tami Seitz

Dr. Brad Bark, president and CEO of the Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry, has earned the prestigious Institute for Organization Management Graduate Recognition from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The designation recognizes Bark’s completion of 96 credit hours of advanced coursework in nonprofit... Read More.

Memorial Grows Outside McFarland Home In Muscatine

Thursday, June 4 by Kevin Walker

The Muscatine community is continuing to mourn after a shooting claimed the lives of six family members and the shooting suspect. Since Monday, the community in Muscatine have set up a memorial outside the McFarland home on Park Avenue. Six members of the McFarland family were killed earlier this week, including a... Read More.

Muscatine Community Honors Victims of Yesterday’s Shooting Tragedy at High School Vigil

Tuesday, June 2 by Tami Seitz

MUSCATINE, Iowa — Community members gathered Tuesday evening at Muscatine High School for a community vigil honoring the six lives lost in Monday's tragic incident that has shaken Muscatine and surrounding communities. Family members, friends, students, educators and residents came together to support one another,... Read More.

Community Vigil Planned Tonight in Muscatine Following Recent Tragedy

Tuesday, June 2 by Tami Seitz

Community members are invited to gather this evening, Tuesday, June 2 at the Muscatine High School Stadium in a show of support, remembrance and unity as Muscatine continues to cope with the impact of a recent tragedy. A community vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m.... Read More.

Resources Available for Those Impacted by Muscatine Shootings

Tuesday, June 2 by Tami Seitz

The emotional impact of a violent crime can extend far beyond those directly involved, affecting family members, friends, neighbors, classmates, co-workers and witnesses. Iowa offers several free and confidential resources to help people cope with grief, trauma and emotional distress following a tragedy. The Iowa... Read More.

It Takes A Village Animal Rescue & Resources Announces Permanent Closure

Portion of Riverside Park Temporarily Closed Monday, June 8

Support Fund Established for McFarland, Whitlow, and Harris Families

Section of Running River Trail Closed June 8-10

MPW Breaks Ground on EcoGen 10 Project

GMCCI President Brad Bark Earns National IOM Graduate Recognition

Memorial Grows Outside McFarland Home In Muscatine

Muscatine Community Honors Victims of Yesterday’s Shooting Tragedy at High School Vigil

Community Vigil Planned Tonight in Muscatine Following Recent Tragedy

Resources Available for Those Impacted by Muscatine Shootings

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