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Waffle & Pancake House Announces Aug. 6 Reopening in Muscatine

Monday, August 3 by Tami Seitz

The Waffle & Pancake House will reopen its doors Thursday, Aug. 6, following several weeks of closure. The restaurant announced it has received the all-clear to reopen and will welcome customers back from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday. The restaurant closed temporarily while work was... Read More.

Fresh Start Fest to Provide No Cost Haircuts, Back-to-School Essentials for Area Kids

Sunday, August 2 by Tami Seitz

Local children can get a fresh look and a boost of confidence before the new school year at the second annual Fresh Start Fest on Saturday, Aug. 15. The event will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. at Crossroads, Inc. in Muscatine and will... Read More.

Muscatine Farmers Market Celebrates Customers with Aug. 8 Event

Friday, July 31 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Farmers Market will celebrate its customers with a Customer Appreciation Event from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. The event will feature community displays, activities for children, music, giveaways and local vendors. Featured activities and displays will include: Muscatine Fire Department equipment Coffee... Read More.

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 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.

‘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.

Muscatine Boat Harbor Slip Rentals Available as Dredging Nears Completion

Tuesday, July 21 by Tami Seitz

Dredging operations at the Muscatine Municipal Boat Harbor and Marina are wrapping up, with the harbor now open and ready for boaters. The facility is operated by the Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department. Seasonal slip rentals remain available for the 2026 boating season. The marina... Read More.

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.

Public Invited to Help Shape Future Conservation Projects in Muscatine, Scott Counties

Tuesday, July 14 by Tami Seitz

Muscatine County Conservation and Scott County Conservation are inviting residents to help shape the future of parks, trails, wildlife habitat, and other conservation efforts during the Region 9 Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Assembly. The public meeting will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, July... Read More.