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Residents receive statements on property tax rates, public hearings

Monday, March 17 by Submitted

To enhance transparency in the property tax process, the Iowa General Assembly has enacted laws over the past two years that change how schools, counties, and cities set property tax rates. A key update requires county auditors to mail a statement to taxpayers by... Read More.

Public hearing on proposed tax levy set for April 3

Monday, March 17 by Submitted

The Muscatine City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for Fiscal Year 2026 at 5:30 p.m., April 3, 2025, in the Council Chambers at Muscatine City Hall. The proposed tax levy for the City of Muscatine is 15.95328. At... Read More.

Humane Society encourages cat adoptions, felines available for $10

Friday, March 14 by Submitted

As the month of March reaches its halfway mark, the Muscatine Humane Society is encouraging residents to consider adopting a feline in order to make room for more this spring. All cats currently residing at the Humane Society will be priced at $10 through the... Read More.

Greenwood Cemetery fees, rules among revisions by Parks and Recreation Department

Friday, March 14 by Submitted

The Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department has revised the Rules and Regulations for Greenwood Cemetery, introducing updates that include new fees, requirements, and policies. Greenwood Cemetery is located at 1814 Lucas Street. The updated rules and regulations are available on the City of Muscatine website... Read More.

Bags of Blessings named 2025 Tom Hendricks Community Service Award recipients

Friday, March 14 by Submitted

The Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine have announced that local program Bags of Blessings has received the 2025 Tom Hendricks Community Service Award for their incredible work in addressing children's food insecurity. As part of the award, the Read More.

Join the Get Outside Club for fun in the great outdoors this summer

Friday, March 14 by Submitted

Are you ready to step outside, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy some healthy fun? The Get Outside Club invites you to Oak Park on Isett Avenue this Saturday, March 15, from 1-3 p.m. for an afternoon of outdoor excitement — weather permitting! Muscatine... Read More.

City Council to listen to presentations Thursday on possible code changes, TIF request

Thursday, March 13 by Submitted

Three presentations are on the agenda for the Muscatine City Council in-depth session Thursday, March 13, including two on potential changes to City Code and one on a TIF request from Carver Pump. The public is welcomed, and encouraged, to attend when the Council meets... Read More.

Free prom resources offered by First Baptist Church

Thursday, March 13 by Kassidy Watson-Perry

First Baptist Church of Muscatine is set to offer free formalwear and hair and makeup applications to local high school students this prom season. On Saturday, March 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., a wide selection of free formal dresses and accessories will be... Read More.

Muscatine Police Department to host 2025 Junior Police Academy

Wednesday, March 12 by Submitted

Ages 14-20 are invited to join the Muscatine Police Department for an introduction to the functions of law enforcement at the 2025 Junior Police Academy. Students will learn what it takes to become an officer with hands-on lessons and activates, including medical training, K-9... Read More.

Prescribed fire equipment cache available for use

Tuesday, March 11 by Submitted

The Nature Conservancy staff delivered a shipment of supplies to the Muscatine County Conservation Board’s (MCCB) Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area on Friday (March 7, 2025) to establish a reserve of prescribed fire equipment. The cache includes prescribed fire specific tools such as drip torches,... Read More.