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Junior Achievement Boos & Bites Returns to Muscatine to Support Student Financial Literacy

Thursday, July 30 by Tami Seitz

Junior Achievement of the Heartland will celebrate its 70th anniversary with the eighth annual JA Taste of Achievement Boos & Bites on Thursday, Oct. 22, at The Merrill Hotel in Muscatine. The fundraiser will be held from 5-7:30 p.m. and features food, drinks, live music,... Read More.

Muscatine Seeking Residents for Historic Preservation Commission

Monday, July 27 by Tami Seitz

The City of Muscatine is accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the Historic Preservation Commission. The commission helps preserve Muscatine’s historic, architectural and cultural heritage by identifying and protecting properties, structures and districts with historical significance. The commission meets at 5:15 p.m. on the... Read More.

Muscatine SPARK! Students Create Winning Towhead Island Logo

Monday, July 27 by Tami Seitz

Sixth-grade students in the SPARK! summer learning program recently put their creativity and teamwork to work in the 2026 Towhead Island Logo Design Competition, with one student team earning top honors for its design. The Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine recently concluded the student-centered competition,... Read More.

Riverside Park to close to most vehicle traffic July 26-Aug. 3

Saturday, July 25 by Tami Seitz

Most of Riverside Park will become a festival-only area from July 26 through Aug. 3 as Muscatine prepares for several major summer events along the riverfront. Riverside Park will be closed to vehicle traffic, except emergency vehicles, from the Cedar Street entrance downriver to the... Read More.

Muscatine Police to Host National Night Out at Musco Sports Center

Saturday, July 25 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Police Department will host National Night Out 2026 from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at the Musco Sports Center. The free, family-friendly event will bring residents, local law enforcement, firefighters and other first responders together for an evening of food, games,... Read More.

Iowa DOT to install traffic counters around Muscatine July 26-30

Saturday, July 25 by Tami Seitz

Residents can expect to see Iowa Department of Transportation crews installing traffic counters at multiple locations throughout Muscatine beginning Sunday, July 26, through Thursday, July 30. The annual summer traffic-counting program is part of a statewide effort to collect data on roadway use. The information... Read More.

Kewanee Man Scores $1 Million Top Prize on $5 Scratch-Off Ticket Just in Time for His Birthday

Saturday, July 25 by Tami Seitz

Birthday celebrations came a little early for Steve of Kewanee, Illinois, after he scratched his way to a $1,000,000 top prize on a $5 Onyx Instant Ticket just days before his birthday. “This win came just in time,” said Steve. “I’ll tell you what—this is the best... Read More.

‘American Pickers’ Looking for Iowa and Illinois Collections Ahead of September Filming

Thursday, July 23 by Tami Seitz

The History Channel's hit series "American Pickers" is headed back to Iowa and Illinois this fall and is looking for private collections to feature in upcoming episodes. The production team plans to film in both states throughout September 2026 and is seeking people with unique... Read More.

Nick Gow Named Director of Muscatine Parks and Recreation

Thursday, July 23 by Tami Seitz

The City of Muscatine has appointed Nick Gow as its new parks and recreation director. City Administrator, Matt Mardesen announced the appointment following a competitive selection process, citing Gow's leadership experience, operational expertise, and commitment to serving the community through parks and recreation. Gow has spent... Read More.

Muscatine to Honor Lifeguards and Pool Staff During International Appreciation Day

Thursday, July 23 by Tami Seitz

The City of Muscatine will recognize the lifeguards and pool staff who help keep the community safe during International Lifeguard and Pool Staff Appreciation Day on Friday, July 31. Mayor Brad Bark proclaimed July 31 as International Lifeguard and Pool Staff Appreciation Day during Tuesday's... Read More.

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Junior Achievement Boos & Bites Returns to Muscatine to Support Student Financial Literacy

Muscatine Seeking Residents for Historic Preservation Commission

Muscatine SPARK! Students Create Winning Towhead Island Logo

Riverside Park to close to most vehicle traffic July 26-Aug. 3

Muscatine Police to Host National Night Out at Musco Sports Center

Iowa DOT to install traffic counters around Muscatine July 26-30

Kewanee Man Scores $1 Million Top Prize on $5 Scratch-Off Ticket Just in Time for His Birthday

‘American Pickers’ Looking for Iowa and Illinois Collections Ahead of September Filming

Nick Gow Named Director of Muscatine Parks and Recreation

Muscatine to Honor Lifeguards and Pool Staff During International Appreciation Day

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