River Bend Times

CITY OF MUSCATINE: MPD seeks public help in stabbing investigation

By Press release submission | May 4, 2020

A Muscatine man was injured in an alleged stabbing incident Friday morning

From Central Iowa Times

IEDA: $1.2 Million Awarded from Registered Apprenticeship Fund to Employers and High School Programs

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) announced $1.2 million in new funding awarded to employers and high schools statewide to expand registered apprenticeship programs.

From Cedar Rapids Today

IEDA: Opens New Application Round for Workforce Housing Tax Credits

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

Deadline to apply is June 8

From Ames Today

GOVERNOR'S OFFICE: Iowa Leaders Urge ‘Immediate Assistance’ from Administration to Support Pork Producers

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

In a letter to Vice President Mike Pence – the head of the White House Coronavirus Task Force – Governor Kim Reynolds, U.S. Senators Joni Ernst and Chuck Grassley along with Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig are asking for additional support from the administration for the state’s pork producers.

CITY OF WEST LIBERTY: April 23, 2020 Update

By Press release submission | Apr 26, 2020

Effective at Noon today through April 29th we will have one staff member available to process payments, answer phones and correspondence with customers.

CITY OF MUSCATINE: Virtual race series kicks off with Personal Best 5K challenge

By Press release submission | Apr 26, 2020

The last snowflakes have fallen, hopefully, with warmer weather here to stay, and the Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department (MPRD) believes the spring temperatures are the perfect opportunity to lace up those running shoes and get back into shape.

CITY OF MUSCATINE: City seeks applicants for firefighter, several other positions

By Press release submission | Apr 26, 2020

Muscatine is a great place to live, work, and play with the City of Muscatine currently seeking applicants for a variety of positions at the Fire Department, Department of Public Works, Parks and Recreation Department, and in Administration.

CITY OF RIVERDALE: An early end to the school year may help speed up street repairs in Havens Acres neighborhood

By Press release submission | Apr 26, 2020

An early end to the school year may help speed up street repairs in Havens Acres neighborhood

CITY OF RIVERDALE: Bulky waste dumpsters to be picked up on April 28

By Press release submission | Apr 26, 2020

Bulky waste dumpsters in the parking lot of Volunteer Park (at the top of Riverdale hill) and at the end of Kensington Street will be picked up and hauled away on April 28.

From SE Iowa News

DPH: Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency Declaration

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

Gov. Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency Declaration.

From NW Iowa News

IDCA: Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs distributes emergency grants for artists and nonprofits

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs (IDCA) announced today that it has awarded $191,000 in grants to Iowa artists and small nonprofit arts organizations who are reeling from the financial impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.

From North Iowa Reporter

IOWA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: Reports initial unemployment insurance claims filed for week of April 12 - April 18, 2020

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

The number of initial claims in Iowa, filed between Sunday, April 12, and Saturday, April 18, was 27,912. There were 26,192 initial claims by individuals who work and live in Iowa, and 1,720 claims by individuals who work in Iowa and live in another state.

From East Central Iowa News

ATTORNEY GENERAL: Iowa receives $49.4 million tobacco payment

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

State has received more than $1.3 billion through agreement

From Iowa City Today

GOVERNOR'S OFFICE: Gov. Reynolds launches Test Iowa Initiative to expand testing capacity to limit the spread of COVID19

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

Governor Kim Reynolds launched the Test Iowa Initiative to expand testing capacity to limit the spread of COVID-19 in Iowa.

CLINTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: MercyOne Clinton Changes in Health Care Services

By Press release submission | Apr 19, 2020

MercyOne Clinton Medical Center continues to respond to the evolving COVID-19 situation and reminds community members resources are in place to address their health concerns.

CLINTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Fareway Donates More Than $200,000 to Support Small Businesses and Their Employees

By Press release submission | Apr 19, 2020

Fareway Stores, Inc. recently announced a $200,000 donation to the Iowa Chamber of Commerce Executives (ICCE).

CITY OF RIVERDALE: City staffing issues take main stage

By Press release submission | Apr 18, 2020

Earlier this year, the City Council met for a goal-setting session and identified the need to improve the responsiveness of the City to the needs of its residents as a top priority.

CITY OF MUSCATINE: Weather does not slow down local construction projects

By Press release submission | Apr 18, 2020

Two spring snowfalls have not halted work on construction projects in Muscatine.

CITY OF MUSCATINE: Coed Sandpit Volleyball returns to Weed Park for 2020 season

By Press release submission | Apr 18, 2020

Back by popular demand this summer is the Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department coed adult sandpit volleyball league

CITY OF RIVERDALE: Sinkholes appearing in backyards signals drainage issues for Riverdale residents

By Press release submission | Apr 18, 2020

Last year, Riverdale resident, Jim Beran, asked the City Council to look into a problem he was having with storm water backflowing into his home from the drainage system installed behind his house.