Dave Thompson's stories
Entrepreneurs Summit leader: ‘We can grow together’
Catherine Tran knows this is an era when many immigrants feel uncertainty and fear when it comes to federal policies and actions. But at an immigrant entrepreneurial gathering held Tuesday, Aug. 26, in the Quad Cities, she said that fear…
QC Farm Show showcases drones, high-tech tools
“In order to keep up in the field, you’ve got to keep up with technology.”…
QCBJ Newsmakers: Tapestry Farms plants seeds to grow into Davenport HQ
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
QCBJ Newsmakers: McCarthy-Bush is ‘passing the baton’ to the next generation
This story is a part of the QCBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
$300K grant will help fight gun violence in Davenport
Davenport has been “extraordinarily impacted” by gun violence for years, according to Davenport Police Chief…
QC Bald Eagle Days: It’s all about the animals
The eagles may have been the stars, but plenty of other animals got their time…
Skylight Luxury Lounge gives people ‘warm place to chill’
Just outside the new Skylight Luxury Lounge wine bar in Rock Island is a green…
QCBJ Newsmakers: Businesses continue tough battle to get workers
This story is a part of the QCBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
New restaurant brings a little piece of Mexico to Moline
“When people come here, they say they will never go to another Mexican restaurant because…
Genesis unveils new robot-era tech to help patients
When Patty Gilbreath got the news, she thought her life might be over. The diagnosis…
Midwest Medical gets off to ‘crazy busy’ start
A new health care clinic is open for business and getting off to a “crazy…
Under the Interstate 74 bridge: Urban Park takes shape
The new Interstate 74 bridge between Bettendorf and Moline has been the center of attention…
New AFC Urgent Care clinic opens in Davenport
A new walk-in medical care facility opened for business this morning, Wednesday, Dec. 14, in…
Moline skatepark plan moves forward, a little
Plans for a new skatepark/pump track under the new Interstate 74 bridge in Moline took…
Raygun brings its quirky humor to QC store
There’s no denying it. One of Davenport’s newest retail stores is a fun place that…
Junior Achievement Expo goal: Get students on a career path
Some students want to be marine biologists. Some want to be carpenters. But a lot…
