Dave Thompson's stories
Online auction business MAC.BID opens in Davenport
An online auction business and related retail store recently opened in Davenport. The businesses are doing so well that the company might open another Quad Cities location in the “near future,” a company leader said. “If Davenport continues to grow,…
Job fair goal: Remove ‘fears’ of hiring refugees
The Quad Cities business community is getting a look at an often overlooked workforce –…
Tri-City Electric show helps workers keep up with changing times
The business world and technology are changing fast. Workers need to keep up with these…
Welding Competition: Event ignites ‘love of the craft’
Welding continues to be a hot career path with many jobs available in the field.…
Report: QC’s commercial real estate ‘strong’ despite challenges
The Quad Cities business community got a snapshot look at the challenges, the bright spots…
New Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities boss: ‘I love what we do’
Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities is facing success stories, challenging times and changing times. The…
New machinery is ‘game-changer’ for Liberty Packaging
A Rock Island company is celebrating the addition of “game-changing” machinery that will help it…
Beaux Arts Fair attracts art-loving crowd
The crowds swooped in and bought paintings of Iowa cornfields. They also bought flower sculptures…
Apprenticeships: Quad Cities students get ready for the future
More than 70 Quad Cities area high school students took a first step Wednesday, May…
Flower & Co.: New floral shop opens in time for Mother’s Day rush
Charleigh Lennox was making flower arrangements and doing other jobs in her new business –…
QC keeps getting more senior living options
Looking for a senior living facility in the Quad Cities region? Your options keep growing. The…
Big T: Clothing store gets new storefront, new inventory
A men’s clothing store in Rock Island is getting a new start with a new…
New Hilltop director: This is a ‘vibrant’ neighborhood
The Hilltop Campus Village is a great place with many lively businesses and activities, and…
RAGBRAI planning moves forward in Davenport
“We need your help.” That was one of the top messages delivered during a meeting…
Big T clothing store holds grand re-opening Saturday
Big T Wear Big & Tall Clothing in Rock Island will host a grand re-opening…
Road work, detours create tough times for businesses at The Plex
“We’re open for business.” That’s the message Nora Loss, owner of Red’s Threads Athleisure Boutique…
