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Muscatine Fireworks Show to Feature MC 93 Music Sync for America’s 250th Birthday

Thursday, May 28 by Tami Seitz

Plans are already underway for a bigger and more immersive Fourth of July celebration in Muscatine this summer. Organizers gathered this week to coordinate details for the annual fireworks display, and this year’s event will include a new feature as part of the nationwide celebration... Read More.

Almost Friday Fest Returns with Riverside Park Parking Lot to Close and an Update on Golf Cart Usage

Thursday, May 28 by Tami Seitz

Summer fun returns to the Muscatine riverfront this week as Almost Friday Fest® kicks off its 2026 season Thursday at Riverside Park. The free, family-friendly event runs from 5-8 p.m. May 28 and features live music, local food vendors, and a beer and wine tent... Read More.

MPW Board Approves Natural Gas Hedging Policy To Support EcoGen 10

Thursday, May 28 by News Room

The Board of Water, Electric and Communications Trustees on Tuesday approved a natural gas procurement and hedging policy to support Muscatine Power and Water’s (MPW) long-term energy and the future operation of EcoGen 10. The policy establishes a structured approach to purchasing natural gas... Read More.

“Smile for the Camera, Muscatine” — It’s Speed Dating Season Again

Tuesday, May 26 by Tami Seitz

ATE Mobile Vehicle Deployment Alert The Muscatine Police Department’s favorite undercover celebrity — the Automated Traffic Enforcement (ATE) mobile vehicle — will be hanging out in the 1900 block of Hershey Avenue from Tuesday, May 26, through Friday, May 29. Translation: if your speedometer starts looking... Read More.

Memorial Day Closures and Service Changes in Muscatine

Friday, May 22 by Tami Seitz

As the community pauses to honor the men and women who gave their lives in military service, several City of Muscatine services and facilities will adjust hours for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, 2026. While most city offices will be closed for the holiday,... Read More.

Veterans Face Employment Challenges as Quad Cities Event Aims to Connect Employers With Military Talent

Friday, May 22 by Tami Seitz

UnityPoint Health and the Quad Cities Community Veterans Engagement Board are shining a light on the challenges veterans face in the workforce. Many veterans return home only to find that landing a job is tougher than expected. According to the 2023 LinkedIn Veteran Opportunity... Read More.

Muscatine Schools Launch Summer Grab-and-Go Meal Program for All Local Kids

Friday, May 22 by Tami Seitz

Families in the area will once again have access to free meals for children this summer through the Muscatine Community School District Grab-and-Go Meal Program. The program is open to all children ages 1-18, and children do not need to attend Muscatine schools or live... Read More.

Iowa Fans Can Attend I-Club Spring Event May 28th

Thursday, May 21 by Kevin Walker

Hawkeye fans in Eastern Iowa are encouraged to attend the Muscatine I-Club Spring Event on Thursday, May 28. The event will be held at The Merrill Hotel (Mississippi Ballroom) in Muscatine with the event starting at 5:30 p.m. Scheduled to appear are Ben McCollum, men's basketball head... Read More.

Roar Into Summer Reading at “Dinos at the Dome”

Tuesday, May 19 by Tami Seitz

Musser Public Library is hosting “Dinos at the Dome,” a family-friendly kickoff celebration for the library’s 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story,” from 4:30–6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Musco Sports Center in Muscatine. This year’s summer reading theme, “Unearth a Story,”... Read More.

Musser Public Library Announces Service Changes Amid Budget Shortfall

Monday, May 18 by Tami Seitz

Musser Public Library is preparing for several service changes this summer as officials work to address a projected $104,000 budget gap for fiscal year 2027. According to the library, the shortfall is tied to funding reductions from both Muscatine County and... Read More.

Muscatine Fireworks Show to Feature MC 93 Music Sync for America’s 250th Birthday

Almost Friday Fest Returns with Riverside Park Parking Lot to Close and an Update on Golf Cart Usage

MPW Board Approves Natural Gas Hedging Policy To Support EcoGen 10

“Smile for the Camera, Muscatine” — It’s Speed Dating Season Again

Memorial Day Closures and Service Changes in Muscatine

Veterans Face Employment Challenges as Quad Cities Event Aims to Connect Employers With Military Talent

Muscatine Schools Launch Summer Grab-and-Go Meal Program for All Local Kids

Iowa Fans Can Attend I-Club Spring Event May 28th

Roar Into Summer Reading at “Dinos at the Dome”

Musser Public Library Announces Service Changes Amid Budget Shortfall

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