Dave Thompson's stories
Arsenal wants to outgrow its ‘hidden gem’ status
Not too long ago, many people looked at the Rock Island Arsenal and Arsenal Island and saw a “black hole in the middle of the Mississippi River” that few people visit, according to an Arsenal military leader. Times have changed.…
Books & Meows: Book store combines with cat adoption space
Nicole Puryear has a special place in her heart for cats and books. In an…
QC car show brings out classic vehicles, family stories
All cars have a story. Rob Miller’s car and story are better than most. The…
Forum: Iowa lawmakers talk workforce, taxes, human trafficking
Six Iowa state lawmakers discussed ways to help Iowa’s economy, attract more workers to the…
Family Resources has ‘room to grow’ in new home
Nicole Cisne Durbin says a new era has started for the Family Resources nonprofit organization…
QCBJ Newsmakers: Green Current crafts pallets from plastic
This story is part of the QCBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the staff…
QCBJ Newsmakers: ‘Cool’ tech tackles housing shortage
This story is part of the QCBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the staff…
Farm Show: Crowd braves the cold, sees ‘tools for the tool shed’
It was about 10 degrees below zero on Sunday morning, Jan. 14, and Zach Moritz…
QCBJ Newsmakers: Building tragedy hits many businesses in QC
This story is part of the QCBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the staff…
‘War against hunger’ – Deere campaign raises $1.6M for meals
People who are struggling and in need of food are getting a helping hand through…
QCBJ Newsmakers: Arconic going private in $5.2B deal
This story is part of the QCBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the staff…
Passion project – Atlas Collective bookstore, coffee shop opens
Kara Taghon is a lover of good books and good drinks. She has brought those…
Animal attraction – QC Bald Eagle Days brings in big crowd
The animals on display at the 2024 Quad Cities Bald Eagle Days event at the…
QCBJ Newsmakers: Isabel Bloom crafts gifts with ‘meaning’
This story is part of the QCBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the staff…
Direct QCIA flights to Charlotte ‘tremendous win’ for QC region
Direct flights are now connecting the Quad Cities with Charlotte, North Carolina. After years of…
Analysis focuses on child care challenges in Clinton area
CLINTON, Iowa – “Child care is economic development.” That’s the message from an official with…
