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With another legislative season now in full swing, representatives from within Muscatine County and Eastern Iowa gave residents a chance to ask questions and receive clarifications regarding the local issues they care about most.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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3/3/26
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Throughout his time serving as an FFA advisor and director at West Liberty High School, Zach Morris has done what he can to support his students, helping them grow and bloom as they strive towards excellence in agricultural skills.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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3/3/26
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The Muscatine County Board of Supervisors has formally opposed an Iowa legislative proposal that would make structural changes to Iowa’s county-based veteran service delivery system.
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Tamara Browning, Correspondent
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3/3/26
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The Durant City Council has approved entering into a General Obligation Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement, borrowing an amount not to exceed $2 million.
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Tamara Browning, Correspondent
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3/3/26
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On Monday, Feb. 9, the Wilton City Council set a public hearing for April 13 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall to propose the 2027 property tax dollar levy of $13.62 per $1000 of taxable property value. City Administrator Jeff Horne reported that this is down $.30 from 2026.
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Anne Lippincott, Correspondent
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3/3/26
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On Thursday, March 19 from 5 to 6:30 p.m., the Muscatine Art Center, in coordination with the Muscatine County Arts Council, will be holding its annual Art Array opening reception and awards ceremony. This is a free event open to the public with no registration required.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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3/3/26
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Last month, in early February, the West Liberty Community Closet began preparing for prom season through accepting dress donations from residents within the community. With all the dresses gathered, it’s time to let the girls go shopping.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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3/3/26
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Last week, during the Durant School District’s career fair at the Durant Community Center, members of the Durant Ambulance team introduced students to what it meant to be part of an ambulance/EMS team. This included demonstrations of CPR, and being available to answer questions about the job.
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3/3/26
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As of Feb. 26, the West Liberty Parks and Recreations board is seeking a new member. This is a volunteer position, with those on the board playing an important role in supporting community programs, improving local parks, and helping guide the future of recreation in West Liberty.
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3/3/26
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Durant Police Department 2/20/26 – 2/26/26
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3/3/26
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During March, young patrons of the Durant Public Library are invited to stop by, learn about nature, and have some fun as they get excited for springtime and the Easter season.
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3/3/26
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Wilton Police Department 2/20/26 – 2/27/26
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3/3/26
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While doing the right thing can often be its own rewards, the West Liberty City Council, alongside the West Liberty Police Department, still wanted to take the time to praise local student Dawson Millage for his honest actions taken earlier this month.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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2/24/26
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Muscatine County, which has a contract to hold immigration detainees for the federal government, is refusing to publicly disclose its copy of that contract.
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Clark Kauffman, Iowa Capital Dispatch
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2/24/26
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Lent is a time for self-reflection and sacrifice, but as members of the local Ministerial Association know, it is also a time for connection across families, churches, and even neighboring communities.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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2/24/26
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Last week, on President’s Day, Feb. 16, an FFA sub-districts competition was hosted by Muscatine. Both the Wilton FFA and West Liberty FFA teams were in attendance, with each of them seeing plenty of success.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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2/24/26
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No one knows how to celebrate like a Wilton Beaver, and there was plenty to celebrate Wednesday afternoon at the Wilton High School gymnasium.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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2/24/26
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A public hearing regarding declaring Emergency Medical Services an essential service in and for Muscatine County will take place at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 4, at the Muscatine County Administration Building, 414 East Third Street, Suite 101, Muscatine.
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Tamara Browning, Correspondent
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2/24/26
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As they prepare to tackle the 2026-27 budget, members of the West Liberty School Board have approved Budget Adjustment (Guarantee) Resolution. The approval was made during the Feb. 16 board meeting.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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2/24/26
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Earlier this month, Durant Eagle Scouts Nolan Williams and Royce Richman delivered memorabilia from Scout Troop 153 to the Tri-County Heritage Museum. This donation marked the end of Durant Troop 153, with the remaining troop being merged with Wilton Troop 151.
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Andrea Grubaugh, Reporter
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2/24/26
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