When Wilton High School constructs its Mount Rushmore for coaches, Jake Souhrada will be the first man etched in the stone. more

Throughout his whole life, Kevin Wells has enjoyed being a mechanic, finding a life-long passion and making community connections through the many cars he’s worked on. After the loss of his home workplace however, many of these connections have come back to him, offering his help and support. more

Starting this January, Catherine Schaver will be serving as the new advertising and digital sales representative at Advocate News, working and communicating with businesses and customers to create eye-catching ads. more

On Monday, January 12 at 7 p.m., the Oakdale Cemetery Association of Wilton will be holding its annual meeting at the downtown Wilton community room. more

Last month, on Monday, Dec. 16, 2025, Thrivent Financial supported a community project at the Durant Elementary School. more

Danny Chick is the new chairperson for the Muscatine County Board of Supervisors for 2026. more

The Durant High School Post-Prom committee is starting the new year off on a fairly “sweet” note on Friday, January 9 with its annual Post-Prom Cake and Sweets auction event. more

After seven years and hundreds of hours per week serving as one of the West Liberty Area Food Pantry’s main leaders, Pam Schnittjer will be retiring from her position as food pantry director. Replacing her will be Gretchen Nollman, who previously served with the River Bend Food Bank. more

As someone who is well traveled himself, Mark Plum, who serves as both a middle school and high school teacher in the West Liberty School District, understands the positive impact that traveling and studying abroad can have on young students. more

The latest quilt made by the West Liberty Quilt Club will be included in the Muscatine County Fair Blue Ribbon Fundraiser’s auction on January 17, 2026, featuring a collection of images showing of many Iowan staples – including livestock, crops, flowers and fruits, tractors and trucks, and even a bumblebee made from Iowa Hawkeyes fabric. more

Durant Police Department 12/14/25 – 12/26/25 more

Wilton Police Department 12/25/25 – 1/1/26 more

The Muscatine County Board of Supervisors has acknowledged the swearing in of Korie Talkington, associate judge for the 7th Judicial District Court of Iowa, as interim Muscatine County attorney. more

Communication with loved ones, neighbors and mental health professionals can be a key piece of addressing the stressors and mental health issues that affect farmers at higher rates than other professions. more

In a snow-covered field north of Des Moines, Lee Tesdell’s sheep seem comfortable, grazing in a paddock of Kernza, a perennial grain cultivated by The Land Institute in Kansas. more

After nearly a year of wait, the open storefront at 101 West 4th Street in downtown Wilton has found its new resident. Starting next year, the location will be hosting the Dough Depot. more

Last week, the West Liberty Community School District received some exciting news regarding two of its high school students, who have officially received state-wide recognition for their writing skills and their constitutional knowledge. more

On Monday, Dec. 22, the Wilton City Council revisited the request by the Wilton Chamber and Development Alliance to share the cost of a portable stage that can be used for city events and celebrations. It is 16’ by 24’ and includes hydraulics, a canopy, powder coating, a trailer, and a set of stairs. The council approved payment of  $25,000 to Grell Custom Metal Works. more

In March 2026, artists from across Muscatine County will have the opportunity to show their art and share their skills, mediums, and techniques with residents and art supporters alike. more

On Monday, Jan. 12 at 7 p.m., the Oakdale Cemetery Association of Wilton will be holding its annual meeting at the downtown Wilton community room. more