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Flipped Out Furniture Continues Online After Downtown Muscatine Closure

Monday, July 20 by Tami Seitz

Flipped Out Furniture is moving forward without a storefront after being forced to close its downtown Muscatine location following the East Second Street building collapse. In a social media update, the business announced it has caught up on its custom furniture orders and recently completed... Read More.

Kelly Lao Named New Director of Muscatine Art Center

Friday, July 17 by Tami Seitz

Kelly Lao will become the next director of the Muscatine Art Center after being unanimously selected by the Art Center Board of Trustees following a three-month national search. Lao, currently vice president of museum experiences at the Putnam Museum and Science Center in Davenport, will... Read More.

Muscatine Approves East 2nd Street Stabilization Plan, Paving the way for Downtown Reopening

Thursday, July 9 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine City Council is moving forward with a plan to stabilize the 200 block of East 2nd Street, aiming to safely return residents to their homes and reopen affected businesses as soon as possible. The decision was made during Tuesday night’s council meeting, where... Read More.

INTERVIEW: Rig Amortis with The Rocking Dead

Friday, July 3 by Connor Kenney

Connor Kenney interviews Rig Amortis with The Rocking Dead, who is performing at Almost Firework Fest in Muscatine, on July 4th!

Keep Your Pets Safe: Fireworks Can Be Frightening for Animals

Friday, July 3 by Tami Seitz

As Independence Day celebrations approach, the City of Muscatine and the Muscatine Police Department are reminding residents to take extra precautions to protect their pets during fireworks season. While fireworks are a holiday tradition, the loud booms, bright flashes and unexpected noises can cause extreme... Read More.

Lemonade for a Cause Returns to Support MCSA Domestic Violence Shelter

Friday, July 3 by Tami Seitz

A simple glass of lemonade continues to make a big impact in Muscatine. The annual Lemonade for a Cause fundraiser returns Saturday, July 11, with all proceeds benefiting the Muscatine Center for Social Action (MCSA) Domestic Violence Shelter. The community is invited to stop by 417... Read More.

Get Free College Enrollment and Financial Aid Help at Summer Melt Drop In Sessions

Thursday, July 2 by Connor Kenney

Summer Melt offers free drop-in help for students. You can get answers about college enrollment, FAFSA forms, scholarships, and anything you need to move forward after graduation. You do not need an appointment. Bring your questions and get support from people who understand the... Read More.

Community Comes Together to Help Residents Following Downtown Muscatine Building Demolitions

Wednesday, July 1 by Tami Seitz

The strength of the Muscatine community was on full display this week as dozens of volunteers, first responders, local agencies, and community organizations worked together to help residents and business owners safely retrieve their belongings following the demolition of buildings on East 2nd Street... Read More.

One Last Chance: Capone’s Chicago Style Eatery to Close After July 2

Wednesday, July 1 by Tami Seitz

If you've been meaning to stop by Capone's Chicago Style Eatery, now is the time. The Muscatine restaurant announced it will permanently close after Thursday, July 2, giving customers just one more day to enjoy their favorite Chicago-style menu items before the doors close for... Read More.

These New Laws Are Taking Effect in Iowa July 1

Wednesday, July 1 by Connor Kenney

DES MOINES, Iowa (Iowa Capital Dispatch) - Many of the laws advanced during the 2026 legislative session take effect Wednesday, including measures restricting access to abortion-inducing medication, increasing the speed limit on two-lane highways and limiting future governors’ powers during public... Read More.