Dave Thompson's stories
Teerlinck inducted into Blood Donation Hall of Fame
Brenna Teerlinck donates blood, even though it may not be her favorite activity. “In fact, she faints after giving blood, but she keeps doing it,” said her aunt Lori Schefsky of Geneseo, Illinois. The 18-year-old Ms. Teerlinck got over her…
Black-owned businesses featured at expo in SouthPark
Tyla Hughes was flexing her muscles Saturday, Feb. 22, during the 10th annual Black Business…
QC Mayors: Collaboration is the key to success
“We have to be about zero stagnation and zero isolation.” That was the word from…
Davenport Public Works employees push for better pay
Davenport Public Works Department workers used a bitterly cold day to try and heat up…
Work begins on possible Centennial Bridge replacement
Plans are moving forward to possibly replace the 85-year-old Centennial Bridge that connects Rock Island…
Marking a milestone – Augie celebrates 1st year of strategic plan
The Augustana College community gathered Friday afternoon, Feb. 14, to celebrate the first year of…
Now boarding for Florida: QC-to-Sarasota flights begin
Ross Hendriks was looking forward to his trip to Sarasota, Florida, as he waited Thursday…
Power of sports: QC reviews its sports tourism efforts
The power of sports tourism continues to drive the Quad Cities economy. But the competition…
‘Unsung heroes’ honored with special coin
Last year, local emergency service workers transported some special patients who helped save the lives…
‘Celebrate as a family’ – Putt-A-Round starts with Match Night
Connor Engelkes was having a great time hitting a golf ball around a customized mini…
Dunn Brothers helps donate food to people in need
Dunn Brothers Coffee shops are taking part in a program that provides meals to people…
Rolling out the red carpet: QC hosts 2025 RV Show
Mike and Becky Klett liked just about everything they saw in one of the new…
Pickleball power
Pickleball is more than just a fun sport to Steven Morrison. The Bettendorf man and…
Bettendorf mayor wins Salvation Army battle of bells
Bettendorf Mayor Bob Gallagher has again won the battle of the bells as he helped…
Iowa ag boss tours educational ‘working building’
ELDRIDGE, Iowa – The state’s top agriculture official last week toured a new $18.7 million…
Micky’s almost ready to open in Davenport
Micky’s Irish Pub is scheduled to open in downtown Davenport on or around Saturday, Feb.…
