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🚂✨ The holiday season officially rolls into Muscatine on Tuesday, Nov. 24 as the CPKC Holiday Train returns to Riverside...
10/14/2026

🚂✨ The holiday season officially rolls into Muscatine on Tuesday, Nov. 24 as the CPKC Holiday Train returns to Riverside Park!

Enjoy a free evening of holiday magic featuring a spectacular train covered in thousands of lights, live performances by MAGIC! and MARIS, and an opportunity to support local families through donations to The Salvation Army of Muscatine.

🚂 Train arrival: 7:45 p.m.
🎵 Live concert: 7:45-8:15 p.m.

Admission is free. Bring a non-perishable food item or monetary donation. Every donation collected in Muscatine stays in Muscatine.

⚠️ Safety Reminder: Please stay at least 50 feet from the tracks at all times and never stand on railway tracks or ballast for photos or videos.

Join thousands of community members for one of Muscatine's favorite holiday traditions and help brighten the season for neighbors in need.

Find out more at https://bit.ly/4s1HvNg

🚧 Help Shape the Future of Isett Avenue!The City of Muscatine is seeking public feedback on the preliminary design for t...
10/08/2026

🚧 Help Shape the Future of Isett Avenue!

The City of Muscatine is seeking public feedback on the preliminary design for the Connect Isett project, a planned reconstruction of Isett Avenue and Cypress Street.

Join us at the public open house to learn more about the proposed improvements and share your thoughts.

📅 Thursday, Oct. 22
🕓 4:30-6:30 p.m.
📍 Musser Public Library

Can't attend? Residents can also review project information and complete a survey online.

Your feedback will help guide the design of this important community corridor.

🔗 Learn more and take the survey by clicking on the following link: https://bit.ly/4i90mCB

🎃👻 Official Trick-or-Treat Hours Announced for Muscatine! 👻🎃Grab your costumes, flashlights, and candy bags! The City of...
10/08/2026

🎃👻 Official Trick-or-Treat Hours Announced for Muscatine! 👻🎃

Grab your costumes, flashlights, and candy bags! The City of Muscatine has designated Trick-or-Treat hours from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026.

Residents who would like to welcome trick-or-treaters are encouraged to turn on their porch lights during the designated hours.

Before the big night, join Muscatine Parks and Recreation for All Hallows Trunk or Treat from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Kent Stein Park. Enjoy decorated vehicles, costumes, treats, and family-friendly Halloween fun!

Please remember to drive carefully and watch for children crossing streets throughout the evening.

🍬 Have a safe and Happy Halloween, Muscatine!

Mayor Brad Bark has proclaimed Fire Prevention Week in the City of Muscatine, recognizing the importance of fire safety ...
10/07/2026

Mayor Brad Bark has proclaimed Fire Prevention Week in the City of Muscatine, recognizing the importance of fire safety education and emergency preparedness.

The proclamation was accepted by Battalion Chief Spencer Ripperger on behalf of the Muscatine Fire Department. During Fire Prevention Week, residents are encouraged to test smoke alarms, create and practice home escape plans, and discuss fire safety with family members.

Simple steps can save lives. Take time this week to make sure your home is prepared.

🔥 Test your smoke alarms
🔥 Practice your escape plan
🔥 Know two ways out of every room
🔥 Meet at a designated location outside

Thank you to the Muscatine Fire Department for helping keep our community safe.

A special welcome to our newest members of the Muscatine Police Department!Officer Timothy Long and Officer Dedrick Jord...
10/07/2026

A special welcome to our newest members of the Muscatine Police Department!

Officer Timothy Long and Officer Dedrick Jordan were sworn in Tuesday evening during the Muscatine City Council meeting, taking the Oath of Office before family, friends, and community members.

Congratulations, Officer Long and Officer Jordan! We are grateful for your dedication and commitment to serving Muscatine. 💙👮‍♂️

🏛️ City Council Meets TuesdayThe Muscatine City Council meets at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 6, at City Hall, 215 Sycamor...
10/06/2026

🏛️ City Council Meets Tuesday

The Muscatine City Council meets at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 6, at City Hall, 215 Sycamore Street.

Tuesday’s agenda includes:
👮 Swearing-in of two new police officers
🔥 Fire Prevention Week proclamation
🎃 Trick or Treat proclamation
🏗️ Two public hearings, including a Musco development agreement

The Council also will consider several projects, agreements and purchases.

Watch live on Civic TV (MPW Channel 2) or the City of Muscatine YouTube channel.

Click on the following link to find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/4hFeiEx

🍂 Fall colors are here — and so is leaf collection!City leaf vacuum trucks begin canvassing Monday, Oct. 26, starting in...
10/05/2026

🍂 Fall colors are here — and so is leaf collection!
City leaf vacuum trucks begin canvassing Monday, Oct. 26, starting in Zone 1.
✅ Rake leaves to the curb (not into the street)
🚗 Keep streets clear of parked cars
🌧️ Weather delays possible

Bagged leaves can also be dropped off at the Compost Facility or set out on your regular refuse day with a City yard waste sticker.

📞 Questions? Call 563‑263‑8933, visit MuscatineIowa.gov, or click on the following link 🍂 https://bit.ly/4hEg4Wt

Kent Stein Park is turning spook‑tacular this Halloween! 🎃👻Join us Oct. 24 from 6–8 p.m. for glowing lights, decorated t...
09/30/2026

Kent Stein Park is turning spook‑tacular this Halloween! 🎃👻
Join us Oct. 24 from 6–8 p.m. for glowing lights, decorated trunks, candy galore, and the cutest costumes in Muscatine.
Bring your trick‑or‑treat bag and get ready for a scary good time!

Welcome to Muscatine! Whether you’re new to town or looking to reconnect, the LIVE Muscatine Welcome Orientation is your...
09/29/2026

Welcome to Muscatine! Whether you’re new to town or looking to reconnect, the LIVE Muscatine Welcome Orientation is your chance to meet neighbors, learn about local resources, and discover what makes our community special.

Join us Tuesday, October 20, 5:30–7 p.m. at the Muscatine Community YMCA. Free dinner + free childcare!

Register: muscatine.com/live-muscatine

Serve Muscatine — Muscatine grows stronger when residents step forward. The City is seeking applicants for openings on P...
09/29/2026

Serve Muscatine — Muscatine grows stronger when residents step forward. The City is seeking applicants for openings on Planning & Zoning, Zoning Board of Adjustment, and the Historic Preservation Commission. Your voice helps shape development, land use, and the future of our community. Apply by October 30.

Find out more by clicking on the following link 👉 https://bit.ly/4e47RZ8

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