Dave Thompson's stories
Clinton’s ‘emerald gem’ reopens after $5.5 million renovation
CLINTON, Iowa – As hundreds of people in this community celebrated the relaunch of the updated Bickelhaupt Arboretum on Friday, May 1, a sign in front of the crowd had a fitting phrase for the day: “Sharing the gift of…
‘This is fantastic’ – Grand opening held for Kobe Sushi & Hibachi
John Jiang was hoping Tuesday’s hot, muggy weather was not going to hurt people’s urges…
QC Manufacturing Institute could ‘super charge’ the region
A new manufacturing institute will “super charge” the Quad Cities economy, get workers ready for…
Legat Architects celebrates ‘monumental day’
An architectural firm with a Quad Cities presence celebrated 60 years in business on Thursday,…
‘We want to break the stereotypes’
Kim Miller had worked at a Village Inn restaurant for 30 years and a few…
BHC building renovation ‘finally coming all together’
Steven J. Frommelt looked over the massive renovation work being done to Black Hawk College’s…
Emergency Resource Fair: Event helps people deal with disasters
Donna Van was impressed by the size and weight of the Quad City Bomb Squad…
QC Success Fair: Event offers wide variety of career options
The Quad-Cities Success Fair in Davenport on Thursday, Aug. 14, was all about making connections;…
An ‘uncommon life’ – Thousands honor Herbert Hoover legacy
WEST BRANCH, Iowa – Joe Jaynes wants people to get to know Herbert Hoover. Mr.…
PACE: Program helps seniors stay in their homes
Elderly residents interested in getting help – and not going to a nursing home or…
Consultants outline factors in attracting new businesses
Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce officials asked a vital question on Wednesday, Aug. 7: What…
State 18 bar with golf simulator coming to Bettendorf
A new bar with a golf simulator is expected to open in a few months…
Q&A: BRIAN KRAMER OF THE HILLTOP CAMPUS VILLAGE
The Hilltop Campus Village (HCV) faces big plans and challenges. Brian Kramer, HCV executive director,…
XPAC opens health care clinic for its employees
MILAN – Employees at a major employer in this community now have a new health…
‘Really fun cars’ – Heartland British Autofest attracts Brit fans
LECLAIRE, Iowa – Thomas Trodglen, of Milan, looked over a 1974 Mini Cooper S that…
Clinton business honored for family legacy, service
CLINTON, Iowa – Chad Jensen is a businessman who appreciates the past, but is also…
