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Proposed budget reduces property tax rate ... for now

MUSCATINE, Iowa – The City of Muscatine, like most of us, face a variety of unknowns when creating a budget. While not as challenging as in year’s past, this year’s proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget for the City of Muscatine will not be without its wi...

Muscatine woman charged after hit and run incident

MUSCATINE, Iowa – A Muscatine woman has been charged following a hit and run investigation by the Muscatine Police Department.

The Muscatine Police & Fire Departments were called to the 300 block of Broadway Street on January 13, 2023, for a female who...

'Snow' much to love at family friendly event February 11

MUSCATINE, Iowa – The community is invited to come out to the Muscatine Municipal Golf Course (1820 Hwy 38 N, Muscatine, Iowa) from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11, and participate in the annual Snow Pile Treasure Hunt. The event is sponsored by th...

Budget season for Muscatine Council, City staff

MUSCATINE, Iowa – The final pieces to the puzzle of the City of Muscatine Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget were being put together Wednesday (Jan. 25, 2023) afternoon in preparation for the start of “Budget Season” Thursday.

City Administrator Carol Webb and F...

Muscatine Fire Department renews prevention efforts

MUSCATINE, Iowa – It may surprise you that the main mission of the Muscatine Fire Department (MFD) is not just to fight fires, but also to educate the public on preventing fires from occurring in homes and businesses.

“An important part of our mission is t...

December report of department activity is released

MUSCATINE, Iowa – The City Administrator Report to the Muscatine City Council and to the citizens of Muscatine is now available online by clicking MONTHLY REPORT.

The report highlights the many accomplishments of each City of Muscatine department during th...

Short agenda for City Council on Thursday

MUSCATINE, Iowa – A short agenda awaits the Muscatine City Council Thursday (Jan. 19) with eight business items including approving the contract and bond for the Transfer Station Tipping Floor Replacement Project. Mayor Brad Bark is sch...

Three arrested after drive-by shooting Tuesday night

MUSCATINE, Iowa – Three individuals have been arrested following an investigation by the Muscatine Police Officers of a drive-by shooting in Muscatine Tuesday night. 

The Muscatine Police Department responded at approximately 1:02 a.m. W...

Muscatine Police K9 Dexter receives body armor

MUSCATINE, Iowa – Muscatine Police K9 Dexter has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Dexter’s vest was sponsored by Don and Misty Fike of Galesburg, Ill., ...

No injuries as Muscatine Fire battles two fires Monday night

MUSCATINE, Iowa - The Muscatine Joint Communications Center (MUSCOM) received a 911 call at approximately 6:30 p.m. Monday (Jan. 16) for a possible electrical fire in a room at Addington Place, 3515 Diana Queen Drive. This is a nursing facility in Muscati...

Concession lease proposals sought by City of Muscatine

MUSCATINE, Iowa – The City of Muscatine and the Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department are requesting proposals from individuals and/or organizations who would be interested in providing concession services at either or all of the following fa...