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Demolition of Downtown Muscatine Building Set to Begin Monday

Monday, June 15 by Tami Seitz

Demolition work on one of two evacuated buildings in downtown Muscatine is expected to begin Monday after KWQC TV 6 News says city officials awarded a contract to remove the structure at 201 E. Second St. A KWQC-TV 6 News article reports, according to a... Read More.

West Hill Sewer Separation Project Enters Final Neighborhood Phase in Muscatine

Monday, June 8 by Tami Seitz

Construction on the final neighborhood phase of the West Hill Sanitary and Storm Sewer Separation Project is set to begin Monday, June 8, with a hard closure at the intersection of Newell Avenue and Logan Street. The closure marks the start of Phase 6E, the... Read More.

Muscatine Community Honors Victims of Yesterday’s Shooting Tragedy at High School Vigil

Tuesday, June 2 by Tami Seitz

MUSCATINE, Iowa — Community members gathered Tuesday evening at Muscatine High School for a community vigil honoring the six lives lost in Monday's tragic incident that has shaken Muscatine and surrounding communities. Family members, friends, students, educators and residents came together to support one another,... Read More.

Resources Available for Those Impacted by Muscatine Shootings

Tuesday, June 2 by Tami Seitz

The emotional impact of a violent crime can extend far beyond those directly involved, affecting family members, friends, neighbors, classmates, co-workers and witnesses. Iowa offers several free and confidential resources to help people cope with grief, trauma and emotional distress following a tragedy. The Iowa... Read More.

Muscatine Police Chief Holds Press Conference On Monday’s Homicides

Tuesday, June 2 by Connor Kenney

The Muscatine Community continues to be in shock after Muscatine Police say six people were found dead Monday afternoon and that the suspected gunman fatally shot himself in front of police. Muscatine Police Chief Anthony Kies held a press conference Monday on the multiple... Read More.

Muscatine Residents Invited to Learn About Upcoming West Hill Infrastructure Improvements

Friday, May 29 by Tami Seitz

The City of Muscatine Department of Public Works will host a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, to provide residents with information about Phase 6E of the West Hill Sanitary and Storm Sewer Separation Project. The meeting will be held in the... 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