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February Is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

Friday, February 6 by Kevin Walker

MUSCATINE, Iowa — February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a national initiative focused on raising awareness about dating violence among teenagers and promoting healthy, respectful relationships. Teen dating violence can include physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, or digital abuse. These behaviors may involve controlling actions, threats,... Read More.

Muscatine Police Arrest Suspect In Stabbing Incident

Thursday, February 5 by Connor Kenney

The Muscatine Police Department has announced that they have made an arrest the stabbing incident that occurred on Walnut Street earlier this week. According the release, Muscatine police say a suspect has been arrested following a stabbing reported Monday evening in the 200 block... Read More.

West 2nd Street lane restriction set Thursday morning (Feb. 5)

Wednesday, February 4 by Tami Seitz

West 2nd Street will be reduced to one lane of traffic between Pine and Chestnut streets starting at 7 a.m. Thursday (Feb. 5). Kelly Heating will be using Bob’s Crane Service to set a roof unit in place. The restriction is anticipated to last... Read More.

Healthy Soil Starts Here: Cover Crop Workshop Heads to Mount Pleasant

Wednesday, February 4 by Tami Seitz

Iowa Learning Farms, in partnership with Lower Skunk River WQI Project and Pathfinders RC&D, will host a cover crop workshop in Mt. Pleasant on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Henry County ISU Extension Office. The... Read More.

Crossroads Inc. Launches Free “Advocacy Chats” to Discuss Disability-Related Legislation at the Iowa and Federal Levels

Wednesday, February 4 by Kevin Walker

MUSCATINE, Iowa (Feb. 3, 2026) — Crossroads Inc. will begin hosting Advocacy Chats, free informational sessions open to the public that will highlight pending legislation at the Iowa state and federal levels and how proposed policy changes could affect individuals with disabilities, their families,... Read More.

Muscatine Police Department Needs Your Help in Local Stabbing Investigation

Tuesday, February 3 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in the investigation of a stabbing that occurred on February 2. At approximately 7:35 p.m., officers responded to a 911 call reporting a stabbing in the 200 block of Walnut Street. The initial investigation indicates... Read More.

Live Muscatine Rolls Out Welcome for Newcomers Feb. 17

Tuesday, February 3 by Tami Seitz

If you are new to Muscatine or looking to reconnect with the community the Live Muscatine Welcome Orientation offers residents an opportunity to meet new people and learn more about what makes Muscatine a great place to live, work and play. The next orientation will... Read More.

Eastern Iowa City Warns Public of Phishing Scam Targeting Local Businesses

Monday, February 2 by Tami Seitz

Local businesses and residents are being urged to stay alert following reports of a phishing scam impersonating the City of Muscatine Planning and Zoning Commission. Several businesses have recently received fraudulent emails requesting payment of an “invoice” in order to move an application forward—an... Read More.

Muscatine Students Bring Willy Wonka Jr. To The Stage

Friday, January 30 by Connor Kenney

7th and 8th graders from Susan Clark Junior High School and Ss Mary and Mathias Catholic School are gearing up for 3 days of performances for their annual musical. This year, more than 30 kids are coming together to perform Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. The... Read More.

Turnovers And Poor Shooting Lead To USC Win Over Iowa

Friday, January 30 by Kevin Walker

USC looked like the Top 10 team as they outshot and out hustled No. 8 Iowa in a 81-69 win Thursday night. The Trojans snapped Iowa’s 8-game winning streak in Los Angeles on Thursday night. Freshman Journey Houston led the Hawkeyes on the day... Read More.