The westbound Interstate 80 rest area near Wilton will close Sunday evening through Dec. 8 because of nearby roadwork. more

Ownership and operation of a farm by members of the same family for 100, and 150 years or more is a significant accomplishment. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship in conjunction with the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation established the Century Farm Program for farm families that have owned at least 40 acres for 100 years, and Heritage Farm Program for those owning it 150 years or more. more

More than 800 farms in Scott, Muscatine and Cedar Counties are part of Iowa's Heritage and Century farms program. more

The Muscatine County Fair Board updated guests at their annual meeting Tuesday evening, Oct. 24, on an amphitheater stage-remodeling project that is already 75 percent complete as well as a future Activity Center capital improvement. more

 A pair of newcomers, Mark Smith and Joe Elizondo, are squaring off in the Tuesday, Nov. 7 election, vying for a mayoral position that is being vacated by appointed mayor Ethan Anderson. more

“We have a bright future ahead of us.” more

Angie Dickey wants to complete her goals as mayor of Atalissa, the 30-year resident told the Index this week as she prepares for the Tuesday, Nov. 7 election. But she won’t be the only mayoral candidate on the ballot next week. Newcomer Kandice Blick is also seeking the top post in the city. more

Linsey Reimers will run unopposed for mayor of Nichols seeking a third term while five incumbents vie for seats on the city council including Kelsie Lampe, Russell E. Grim, Cynthia Massey, Jay Hora and John J. Hudson. All are two-year seats. more

The annual winter coat drive, known as “Project Warm,” is being put together by the Rotary Club of West Liberty through Saturday, Nov. 18. more

Former West Liberty Public Library Director Deb Lowman will be the featured artist at the Brick Street Gallery’s “First Friday” event to be held on Friday, Nov. 3, from 5-7 p.m. more

A special music bingo event will be held Saturday, Nov. 4, at the West Liberty Community Center as a fundraiser for the West Liberty Child Care Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the games begin at 7 pm.  Admission includes two bingo cards and a door prize ticket for $20. Participants are asked to bring their own snacks and drinks. Pizza slices and water will be available for purchase and there will also be free popcorn. more

Eight candidates for West Liberty Community School Board of Education got a chance to voice their views and concerns Wednesday, Oct. 25, at the West Liberty High School auditorium. more

Farmers in Iowa are routinely harvesting more than 200 bushels of corn per acre this year despite widespread drought as crop harvest reaches its conclusion, according to field agronomists for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. more

Former President Donald Trump’s lead over his rivals for the 2024 Iowa caucuses grew in the Des Moines Register/NBC News/Mediacom Iowa Poll published Monday, while former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley rose to tie with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for second place. more

Lyle Beaver will be bringing a Musical Sermon to the Nichols Christian Church this Sunday, November 5th at 9:30 a.m.  All are welcome to attend. more

Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre continues its performing season with "In the Mirror: Three Tales from Asia." more

Local families need your help! Today, 6,300 Muscatine County households are struggling to meet their most basic needs. Over 4,300 of those households consist of adults who are working and earning more than the federal poverty level, but less than the basic cost of living for Muscatine County. more

With snip of a ribbon, Dawn Kruse opened a gift that West Liberty kids have enjoyed since the start of the school year. more

Construction in town was the main focus of the Oct. 17 West Liberty City Council Meeting. more

Enrollment is up by 15 students, the West Liberty Community School Board of Education learned Monday night, Oct. 16, at their second board meeting of the month held in the District Office on Elm Street. more