The 11th week of the legislative session was filled with debate and subcommittees. The second legislative deadline is coming up fast, so we have been busy getting bills of priority through and over … more

The Chicago-based renewable energy developer Invenergy plans to have a 200-megawatt solar energy and battery power generation facility in Muscatine County operational by December 2028. Steve … more

On Tuesday, April 1, Eastern Iowa Community Colleges appointed Bryan Renfro, PhD, as its next chancellor. Renfro is bringing more than 20 years of experience in community college leadership, academic … more

Barbara J. VanDusen, 68, formerly of West Liberty, passed away Friday, March 28, 2025, at her home in Wilton.  Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday April 7, in the Oakdale … more

The 4H and FFA rabbit and cavy workshop about raising rabbits and cavies, or pure-bred guinea pigs, will be held 12:30-4 p.m., Saturday, April 5 at the Muscatine Agriculture Center, 3200 Lucas … more

North Scott High School class of 1983 alumni Randy Riewerts will attend Saturday’s commissioning of the USS Iowa, a vessel he helped command during its first voyages in 2020. more

Miracles can happen in the strangest places. more

Last week the House took significant and historic action on eminent domain abuse reform.  From Day One, I have been one of the leaders in the state in ensuring that wealthy individuals cannot bulldoze their way through your Fourth amendment private property rights.  It started with a lake in Clarke County where wealthy developers wanted to condemn hundreds of acres of prime farm ground for a recreational lake. I knew that if it could happen in Clarke County it would not be long before someone tried that in Scott, Cedar, or Muscatine Counties.  We were successful in those endeavors and a law is on the books.  more

Bruce Walter, 71, of Muscatine died Monday, March 24, following a single motor vehicle accident near165th Street and 70th Avenue North of Blue Grass, Iowa. more

The 4H and FFA rabbit and cavy workshop about raising rabbits and cavies, or pure-bred guinea pigs, will be held 12:30-4 p.m., Saturday, April 5 at the Muscatine Agriculture Center in Muscatine. more

Wilton social studies teacher Erik Grunder gave his 24 students an up-close look at the nation’s capitol and the work being done within it. Grunder and his students returned from their … more

Durant Fire Chief Dan Sterner is reminding residents of the recent policy change regarding outdoor storm warning sirens. As of this year, the Durant Fire Department will now be activating the … more

Three days after Muscatine County was hit with severe thunderstorms, the National Weather Service in Davenport confirmed that a tornado had touched down near the outskirts of Wilton, right on the … more

March 16 Golf cart registration Durant Police Dept. Golf Cart Permit issued. Traffic stop 5th Street and 5th Avenue Hana Senter, Davenport, citation for speeding. Traffic stop 4th … more

It’s estimated more than a third of Muscatine County households are struggling to meet needs each month. For households with infants and toddlers, these needs can include formula and diapers. … more

3:30 p.m. Thursday, April 3 – Visitors from the Discovery Center in Muscatine will be at the Wilton Library to host the program, “ Pollinator Seed Circle ”. 10:30 a.m. … more

Durant The Durant branch library, 402 6th Street, is bringing plenty of fun throughout the month of April. Grow produce at home with free seeds: The Durant library branch, as well as the … more

Senior Dining at Gloria Dei Lutheran church is for everyone 60 years young or older and their spouse regardless of age.   Enjoy a nutritious meal while socializing.   Reservations are … more

Sponsored by United Way of Muscatine County, the Wilton Day of Caring will be from 8:30-Noon, Wednesday, May 7. Volunteers will spend the day helping in the community. Projects may include yard work, … more

Bessie L. Stoelk, age 95, of Wilton, passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the Clarissa C. Cook, Bettendorf.  Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, March … more