Schools

Wilton Advances To Quarterfinals After Defeating Waukon

Monday, November 2 by Connor Kenney

The Wilton Beavers are one step closer to the UNI Dome! Wilton traveled to Waukon on Friday, October 30th, and came away with a hard-fought 32-24 victory over the Waukon Indians in the second round of the Class 2A playoffs. The eight-point victory improves... Read More.

Muscatine Library Book Sale Returns Oct. 22-24 With Books and Vinyl Records

Thursday, October 22 by Tami Seitz

Book lovers, bargain hunters, and vinyl collectors are invited to the Friends of the Musser Public Library Semi-Annual Book Sale, returning October 22-24, 2026, at Musser Public Library, 408 E. 2nd St. in downtown Muscatine. This popular community event features thousands of gently used books,... Read More.

Muscatine Students Encouraged to Bike or Walk to School October 14

Monday, October 12 by Tami Seitz

Muscatine students will have a chance to get moving before the school day begins during Fall Bike/Walk to School Day on Wednesday, October 14. The Muscatine Community School District is partnering with the State of Iowa for the annual event, which encourages students to get... Read More.

Muscatine Schools Among 125 Iowa Schools Getting Funding for Local Food

Wednesday, September 16 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Community School District is among 125 Iowa public and private schools receiving funding through the Choose Iowa Local Food for Schools Program to purchase Iowa-grown and Iowa-raised food. Each participating school will receive about $1,600, which must be matched at least dollar-for-dollar by... Read More.

Junior Achievement Seeking Quad Cities Volunteers to Help Local Students

Tuesday, September 15 by Tami Seitz

Think you have to be a teacher to make a difference in a classroom? Think again. Junior Achievement of the Heartland is looking for community volunteers to help bring JA lessons to students across the Quad Cities and surrounding communities during the upcoming school year. Volunteers... Read More.

Muscatine Muskie Coaches Show Returns to Boonies for Weekly Live Show

Thursday, August 20 by Connor Kenney

The Muskie Coaches Show returns for another season, bringing local sports fans closer to the action. You can catch the show every Wednesday evening at Boonie’s On the Avenue in Muscatine. The live broadcast runs from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., and you can... Read More.

Iowa Schools Can Apply for $200,000 Local Food Program

Wednesday, August 12 by Tami Seitz

Iowa public and private schools can now apply for funding to purchase more Iowa-grown and Iowa-raised food for students. The Choose Iowa Local Food for Schools Program provides $200,000 in funding to participating school districts. Schools must provide a minimum 1:1 financial match, helping increase... Read More.

Muscatine Schools to Host Back-to-School Bus Ride Along for Young Students

Thursday, August 6 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Community School District is inviting families with young students to take part in a Back-to-School Bus Ride Along designed to help children feel comfortable before the first day of school. The event is open to Muskie Early Learning Center (MELC), kindergarten and first-grade... 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.

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.