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On April 26, students from within Muscatine and Cedar County were recognized by Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer for outstanding academic achievement at the 24th Annual Governor’s Scholar Recognition Ceremony, held at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines.
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5/5/26
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The Muscatine County Board of Supervisors has approved the first of three readings of a resolution declaring Emergency Medical Services an “essential service” in and for Muscatine County.
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Tamara Browning, Correspondent
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5/5/26
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Over the past three years, the West Liberty Area Food Pantry has helped provide families in need with necessary household items and tools, relying on community donations to help turn houses into homes.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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5/5/26
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On Monday, April 27, Wilton City Council learned that paving on 5th Street is nearly finished, and the trail is ready to the RIA Credit Union.
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Anne Lippincott, Correspondent
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5/5/26
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This week, the Durant Cub Scouts Pack 153 concluded their annual food drive.
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5/5/26
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Over 40 years ago, a family’s life was changed forever after one diagnosis that, at the time, was seen as unfamiliar and potentially fatal.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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5/5/26
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This month, Invenergy, developer of the Olympus Solar Energy Center, made donations to three Muscatine County fire departments, these being the West Liberty, Atalissa, and Nichols Fire Departments.
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5/5/26
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Durant City Council set the direction for filling the police chief position for the Durant Police Department upon the retirement of current Police Chief Orville Randolph on Sunday, May 31.
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Tamara Browning, Correspondent
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5/5/26
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Last week, the Durant-Wilton Food Pantry was surprised with a large donation of food from a visitor to the area.
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5/5/26
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The crew at Idle Hour Lanes in Durant, 207 5th Street, invite the community to come celebrate the retirement of one of its longest serving and most unforgettable employees, Jackie Braet, during her retirement party on Saturday, May 9, starting at 4 p.m.
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5/5/26
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For the second year in a row, veterans from the West Liberty community were recognized for their service with an award meant to provide both gratitude and comfort.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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5/5/26
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Next month, on Saturday, June 13 from 2 to 4 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church in Wilton will be hosting an open house in the Zion School Gym as the school prepares to close its doors for the last time.
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5/5/26
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The Iowa Senate voted unanimously Wednesday to create new felony penalties for torture of companion animals, with supporters citing research linking extreme animal cruelty to violent crimes against people.
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Kathie Obradovich, Iowa Capital Dispatch
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5/5/26
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Wilton Police Department 4/23/26 – 4/30/26
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5/5/26
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Durant Police Department 4/24/26 – 4/30/26
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5/5/26
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The Walcott Fire Department’s annual steak fry returns Saturday, May 16.
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5/5/26
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The Buffalo Food Pantry received donations from all members and guests at the Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Scott County Democrats Central Committee meeting.
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5/5/26
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Iowa Republican lawmakers and the governor reached an agreement on property tax legislation Sunday, sending a measure to Gov. Kim Reynolds’ desk to cap local revenue growth, change how multi-residential properties are taxed and make other changes aimed at lowering property tax costs for Iowans.
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Robin Opsahl, Iowa Capital Dispatch
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5/5/26
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Since 1901, the USBC Open Championships have allowed adult bowling teams from across the nation to show their skills as they aim for the winning title. For one local team, it was just another moment of camaraderie and enjoying the sport they’ve loved for years.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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4/28/26
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Last week, the West Liberty FFA attended the State FFA convention, taking part in several different events and even bringing home a couple of big wins. But while the students did their part, it was their advisor that earned one of the biggest wins of the week.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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4/28/26
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