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Historic Preservation seeking applicants for board member

The Historic Preservation Commission is looking for a resident of the City of Muscatine to fulfill the term of a member who has resigned and help safeguard Muscatine’s historical features. Read on...
Muscatine Aquatic Center set to open for season on May 28

Parks & Recreation Maintenance staff and Lifeguards have spent the last several days filling the pool, testing water chemistry and training in preparation for Opening Day scheduled for May 28. Read on...
City Administrator's April report of City activity available

The monthly City Administrator Report to the City Council and Citizens of Muscatine is now available highlighting the many accomplishments by the departments of the City of Muscatine during the month of April. Read on...
Making a splash - Mississippi Mist cascading jets of summer fun

The riverboat smokestack-themed jets of the Mississippi Mist interactive fountain cascaded for the first time this summer, bringing back to life one of the featured activities on the Muscatine riverfront. Read on...
Summer Bonus - Muscatine students can ride MuscaBus for free

When school is out for the summer, Muscatine kindergarten through 12th grade students can ride MuscaBus ROUTE buses free. Read on...
Havlicek series on Iowa's seasonal changes on exhibit at Art Center

Selections from the series “The Sanctuary of the Sun: Seasons and Time” will be on exhibit in the historic house at the Muscatine Art Center June 2 through September 11, 2022. Read on...
Moody's assigns City Aa2 rating; bond sale is completed

The City of Muscatine was assigned an Aa2 rating from Moody’s Investors Service based on the city’s stable population trends, a growing tax base, stable financial operations, and healthy reserves. Read on...
Final reading on three proposed ordinances on May 19 Council agenda

The final readings of three proposed ordinances are on the agenda for the Thursday (May 19) Muscatine City Council meeting along with a resolution approving the issuance of General Obligation Bonds. Read on...
Diverse stories of children contained in photos of Art Center exhibit

Come explore the lives of children from all different kinds of circumstances through the exhibition, “Where Children Sleep: Photographs by James Mollison,” at the Muscatine Art Center. Read on...
Update: Houser Street work will continue for next 2-3 weeks

Full depth patching continues on Houser Street with work also scheduled to begin on Frontage Road Tuesday (May 17) according to the Muscatine Department of Public Works. Read on...
Bike Rodeo, Family Bike Ride planned for May 19 at Soccer Complex

The Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department and the Melon City Bike Club invite the community to join in on the fun at the Melon City Bike Rodeo and Family Trail Ride from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, May 19, weather permitting. Read on...
Four presentations on Council In-Depth agenda for Thursday

Four presentations will be given to members of the Muscatine City Council during their May In-Depth Meeting Thursday (May 12) in the Council Chambers at Muscatine City Hall, 215 Sycamore Street, Muscatine, Iowa. Read on...
Traffic Alert: East 5th Street closure begins Thursday (May 12)

Crews from the Department of Public Works (DPW) have been hard at work this week repairing soft spots on Robin Road, and that work will shift to East 5th Street on Thursday. Read on...
Full Depth Patching continues on Houser; Frontage Road next

Full depth patching is wrapping up on Houser Street with the action moving to Frontage Road on Friday according to the Muscatine Department of Public Works. Read on...