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Muscatine Kids Encouraged To Bike And Walk To School May 12th

Monday, May 11 by Connor Kenney

Plan to see a lot of kids and parents biking and walking to school tomorrow and it's all for a great reason. Monday morning, Emerson Taylor with the Musser Public Library and Whitni Pena with the Muscatine Police Department stopped in to talk about the... Read More.

Muscatine Art Center to Host Wine, Cheese and Painting Fundraiser May 14

Thursday, May 7 by Tami Seitz

An evening of wine tasting, local cheese pairings, dessert and hands-on creativity is coming to the Muscatine Art Center as the center hosts its new “Paintings and Pairings” fundraiser on Thursday, May 14. The event, benefiting the Friends of the Muscatine Art Center, will take... Read More.

Local Hospital to Host Career Exploration Day for High School Students

Tuesday, May 5 by Tami Seitz

UnityPoint Health – Trinity will host its first Career Exploration Day for area high school students interested in pursuing careers in health care. The free event is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. in Jardine Auditorium at UnityPoint Health –... Read More.

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.

New Party Packages Debut at Musco Sports Center

Tuesday, April 21 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department has introduced new party packages at the Musco Sports Center, offering a flexible option for celebrations ranging from birthdays to graduation gatherings. The packages are designed to accommodate families, sports teams and community groups seeking a space that blends... Read More.

Ostrich Egg Hunt Marks Opening Week at Niabi Zoo

Monday, April 20 by Tami Seitz

Niabi Zoo is adding a playful twist to its 2026 season opening with a daily egg hunt that offers visitors a unique prize. Zoo officials in Coal Valley, announced that from April 21 through April 26, one genuine ostrich egg — emptied and disinfected —... Read More.

Sip, Savor and Vote: Spring Tasting Event Returns to Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds April 18

Wednesday, April 15 by Tami Seitz

Wine, beer and bourbon enthusiasts will have a new reason to celebrate this spring as a popular tasting event returns to the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds. Organizers announced the event will take place April 18 in the Fair Center Building at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, offering... 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.

Volunteers Needed for 2026 John Deere Classic: Registration Now Open

Thursday, April 9 by Tami Seitz

Organizers of the John Deere Classic are calling for volunteers to fill all positions to volunteer for the 2026 tournament, scheduled for July 1–5. Registration is now open for those eager to support one of the Quad Cities’ largest and most celebrated sporting events. In... Read More.

Voices from the Civil War Come Alive in Muscatine Exhibit

Thursday, March 26 by Tami Seitz

A powerful new exhibit is bringing the realities of the Civil War closer to home, telling the story not just of a nation divided—but of a community forever changed. The Muscatine Art Center is now hosting “Muscatine and the Civil War,” an immersive experience that... Read More.