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MPW Urges Caution Around Downed Lines, Receives Another “Clean” Audit

Wednesday, April 29 by News Room

Muscatine Power and Water (MPW) leadership shared details of a recent near-miss safety incident following a weekend storm. A customer contacted the Muscatine County Joint Communications Center, as known as MUSCOM, to report a downed line and stated they had already moved the line... Read More.

Invenergy Continues Support Of Muscatine County Fire Departments

Monday, April 27 by News Room

Invenergy, developer of the Olympus Solar Energy Center, is again demonstrating its commitment to Muscatine County by contributing $2,000 each to the Atalissa, West Liberty, and Nichols Fire Departments. The donations mark the second consecutive year Invenergy has supported the three volunteer departments, reinforcing... Read More.

Peking Restaurant in Muscatine Closes After Months of Operational Challenges

Thursday, April 23 by Tami Seitz

A sudden closure at a longtime local restaurant follows months of ongoing operational struggles. Peking Restaurant announced it is closed until further notice, after previously planning a final day of service earlier this week. You can still get food from the restaurant today, Thursday, April 23... Read More.

Oak Street Closure Planned in Muscatine for HVAC Installation at HON Facility

Thursday, April 23 by Tami Seitz

Drivers in Muscatine should prepare for a temporary road closure as part of a construction project later this week. City officials say Oak Street will be closed to traffic for one day between April 24 and April 30 near the 200 block. The exact... Read More.

Walnut Street Closed in Muscatine After Water Leak Causes Sinkholes

Monday, April 20 by Tami Seitz

Walnut Street is closed to all traffic effective immediately between the alley near Second Street and the intersection at Third Street after a water leak undermined the pavement and created sinkholes on both sides of the roadway in front of 216 Walnut St. The City... Read More.

Drivers in Muscatine – Watch Your Speed Here This Week

Tuesday, April 14 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Police Department announced it's deploying the Automated Traffic Enforcement (ATE) mobile vehicle along the 1900 block of Hershey Avenue from Tuesday, April 14, through Friday, April 17. The mobile unit is part of the department’s ongoing efforts to encourage safer driving and... Read More.

Muscatine to Celebrate Arbor Day April 24 With Major Tree-Planting Push

Friday, April 10 by Tami Seitz

The City of Muscatine will observe Arbor Day on April 24, highlighting its ongoing commitment to urban forestry, environmental stewardship and expanding green spaces. City officials said the annual observance underscores the environmental, economic and social benefits trees provide, including improved air quality, reduced stormwater... Read More.

Lane Closed Tuesday in Muscatine for Tree Removal

Monday, April 6 by Tami Seitz

Drivers in Muscatine should plan for a brief traffic slowdown Tuesday morning as part of scheduled maintenance along the riverfront. The City of Muscatine Department of Public Works says Mississippi Drive will be reduced to one lane on Tuesday, April 7, for approximately one hour.... Read More.

Trinity Muscatine Public Health Marks National Public Health Week With Community Open House

Friday, April 3 by News Room

UnityPoint Health® – Trinity Muscatine Public Health will celebrate National Public Health Week by opening its doors to the community for an open house showcasing the services that help keep residents in Muscatine County and surrounding counties healthy. The open house will take place Tuesday,... Read More.

SEVERE WEATHER ALERT: Dangerous Storms Target Muscatine This Afternoon — Know Where to Take Shelter NOW

Thursday, April 2 by Tami Seitz

A potentially dangerous round of severe weather is expected to move into eastern Iowa this afternoon, putting communities like Muscatine on high alert as forecasters warn conditions could rapidly produce tornadoes. City of Muscatine officials are urging residents to act now — not later —... Read More.

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