Troop 153 of Durant would like to invite past members of Troop 153 to its final Eagle Ceremony in honor of Royce Richman and Nolan Williams on January 25, 12 p.m., to be held at American Legion Post #430 in Durant.  more

Starting this month, a new board member will be serving with the Durant School Board. During the special board meeting held December 22, 2025, Kristine Knobloch was appointed to the position. Carla Whitlock made the motion to appoint Knobloch with it then being seconded by Tara Lindsay, followed by a unanimous vote. more

The Muscatine County Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of a 2024 Police Package Dodge Durango in the amount of $55,000. more

The 2026 Republican Precinct Caucuses will be held on Monday, Feb. 2. The program starts at 7 p.m. sharp at the locations listed below. Please arrive no less than one hour early for registration. more

With the City of West Liberty now well into the new year, both the city’s police department and its electrical department were able to provide some updates and some positive news to the city council during its most recent meeting, held Tuesday, January 6. more

Last March, the West Liberty Public Library announced that planned renovations for the building would begin in fall/winter 2025. Although these renovations have been delayed, library staff assure that they will still happen, though they may take longer than expected. more

Inland Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, January 17 at 9 a.m. at the Bennett Legion Hall. All individuals and families having a burial site at Inland Cemetery or who are interested in purchasing a site are invited to attend. more

This month, Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) announced its Fall 2025 President’s List. The SNHU fall term runs from September to December. more

The Durant-Wilton Food Pantry, 408 Cedar Street in Wilton, will be open Tuesday, January 20 from 9 to 11 a.m. and 6-7 p.m. more

Last week saw the long-awaited reopening of Arty’s Burgers and Ice Cream in Wilton. With a freshly painted dining room, a great new exterior, and a brand new kitchen to cook in, the crew at Arty’s is ready to serve! more

Civility and a step back from heated political rhetoric were prominent themes Monday in the opening-day speeches of some Iowa legislative leaders as they launched the 2026 session. more

In observation of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, which is recognized each January, a public signing of a mayoral proclamation was held during the Jan. 6 West Liberty City Council meeting. more

Throughout the week of January 12, the Durant Community School District will be observing its annual Green Out week, with the week being capped off with a Green Out basketball game on Friday, Jan. 16 more

The Muscatine County Democrats will be hosting a listening post at the West Liberty Middle School cafeteria on Tuesday, Jan. 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  Refreshments will be provided.  Come and "speak your mind"! more

Last Monday, Wilton’s 3rd graders completed their first service-learning project of the new year. Working together, they were able to assemble a variety of goody bags for local substitute teachers, meant to help show their appreciation for all the great work these substitute teachers do.    more

Wilton Police Department 1/1/26 –1/8/26 more

Durant Police Department 12/27/25 – 1/3/25 more

To help farm families strengthen relationships and set family goals, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer a Farm Couple Getaway. The event is designed for farmers who want to participate in activities aimed at improving farm family communication, working on farm or family goals, navigating farm transitions or simply taking a weekend away to discuss farm and family matters. more

The 2026 Farm Transitions Conference will be held Feb. 5–6 at the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel & Conference Center in Ankeny. The conference is hosted by the Beginning Farmer Center at Iowa State University. more

On December 13, 2025, at 9:42 a.m., West Liberty Ambulance and Fire was dispatched to I-80, where a multi-vehicle collision had taken place, resulting in more than 40 patients requiring rescue and evaluation, with around 25 being then transported to a hospital. more