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Dedicated educator Melody Russell retires after 30+ years of impactful service
Some teachers do more than teach, and the West Liberty Community School District is fortunate to have so many teachers doing so much more. Every teacher deserves a comfortable retirement, but it still hurts when we say goodbye to those who influenced the community so deeply. Melody Russell is one...
Comets secure qualifiers for 11 events
Consider Thursday night’s work a job well done. Despite an annoying drizzle present throughout the night, West Liberty’s track and field program will contest 11 events with nine unique individuals at this week’s state meet after a great night during Tipton’s district/regional meet. The boys are...
Muscatine assigned Aa2 bond rating by Moody’s Investor Services
The City of Muscatine was assigned an Aa2 rating from Moody’s Investors Service based on the city’s stable population trends, a growing tax base, stable financial operations, and healthy reserves. The rating is for the $4.88 million General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2024, that the City will receive bids on Thursday, May 16.
Muscatine Community School District hosts grand opening of Tom Bruner Baseball Field
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - Muscatine High School’s baseball field underwent a major makeover and the school district held a grand opening of the renovated Tom Bruner Field. According to Director of Operations at Muscatine School District, Chris Nienhaus, says the total renovation cost around $2.5 million. The renovations included; bleachers, new fencing, cages, bullpens, concession stand and dugouts.
Fundraiser being held Saturday for local pro wrestler battling cancer
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - A local professional wrestler has been diagnosed with cancer, the organization that he wrestles for is putting together a benefit for him this weekend. Austin Acree, also known as pro wrestler, Garrote was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma on February 1 after an exploratory abdominal surgery found...
Justus to assume role as Mulberry Elementary School Principal
The Muscatine Community School District proudly announces Amy Justus’s appointment as the new Mulberry Elementary School Principal, effective July 1, 2024. Mrs. Justus currently serves as the Social Emotional, and Behavioral Health (SEBH) Lead at Susan Clark Junior High School. Prior to that, Mrs. Justus spent sixteen years as a classroom teacher, three years as an instructional coach, and one year as a leadership teacher. During her tenure with the Muscatine Community School District, Mrs. Justus has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a dedication to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment for students and staff.
Controversial goal results in OT loss
An otherwise incredible soccer match between two of Class 1A’s best teams ended in controversial fashion Friday night as top-ranked West Branch buried the golden goal in overtime against the Comets to complete their quest for regular-season perfection. The top-five matchup found itself in overtime after concluding a 1-1...
New puppeteers take center stage
The Community Center was buzzing with activity on Saturday, May 4. Kids and adults from all over the region gathered for a day of stories, fun and puppets. The festival was hosted by the Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Company, and the primary purpose was to allow anyone to create and perform their own original puppet show with the guidance of Eulenspigel’s professional puppeteers.
Girls advance to regional final
A brilliant season for the West Liberty boys’ golf team has come to a close at Monday’s district meet hosted at Pleasant Valley Golf Course. At this stage of the season, margins were razor thin. A shot here and a shot there could have changed the entire leaderboard.
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