News across Muscatine County
Welcome to Muscatine - let us get connected
Whether you’re new to town or simply looking to reconnect, the LIVE Muscatine Welcome Orientation is your chance to meet friendly faces, learn about the community, and discover what makes Muscatine such a great place to live, work, and play.
City park amenities set to close for the season
The City of Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department announced that the process of closing amenities within the park system in preparation for the winter season will begin this week.
Your voice can help shape Muscatine's future
Muscatine’s strength has always come from its people. Every day, residents step forward — quietly, consistently, and wholeheartedly — to make this community stronger.
Fire Department to host Open House on October 4
One of the community’s most popular annual events, the Muscatine Public Safety Open House, will be held on Sunday, October 4, from 12–3 p.m. at the Public Safety Building, 312 East 5th Street.
Fall cleanup underway at Greenwood Cemetery
The Muscatine Department of Parks and Recreation has announced that the annual fall cleanup of Greenwood Cemetery is now in progress.
Muscatine claims statewide Community Award title
The City of Muscatine is proud to announce that the Musco Sports Center has officially won the 2026 People’s All-Star Community Award, presented by the Iowa League of Cities.
West 2nd Street to be closed Saturday for Viva Muscatine
West 2nd Street will be closed to all vehicle traffic from Iowa Avenue to Pine Street, including the intersections at Iowa Avenue and Chestnut Street, beginning at 6 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, for a special event.
Pearl City Vintage Market returns to the riverfront
The Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry is excited to present the 6th Annual Pearl City Vintage Market, returning to Muscatine’s scenic Riverfront on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Temporary closure of parking in Riverside Park Tuesday
The City will temporarily close the downriver boat launch and adjacent parking lot near the Iowa Avenue entrance to Riverside Park on Tuesday, September 22, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. to accommodate the arrival and docking of the American Serenade.
Fall fun to take over the Muscatine riverfront October 10
Get ready for an afternoon of fall fun, costumes, crafts, games, and family memories along the Muscatine riverfront!
Second Street shuts down this weekend for FestivALL 2026
Downtown Muscatine will transform into a full scale festival zone as FestivALL Muscatine takes over Second Street on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
To celebrate Muscatine’s creative community on October 15
More than 15 cultural organizations have come together as the Muscatine Cultural Alliance, a collaborative network dedicated to the performing and visual arts, placemaking, and local history.