Dave Thompson's stories
Mexican eatery hopes to be ‘hot spot’ in East Moline
There’s a sign near the front door of the Taquizas Los Jarochos Mexican restaurant in East Moline that reads: “When you’re here, you’re family.” The new restaurant opened for business Monday morning, Feb. 23, and is hoping to attract a…
Adcraft is looking for room to grow
CLINTON, Iowa – When Dan Sullivan looks over portions of his Adcraft Printwear business here,…
Honor Flight dinner showcases ‘great bunch of guys’ – and gals
Jeff Ostrand of Bettendorf applauded and held an American flag up high as dozens of…
Welding Competition: It’s all about getting a good bead
There’s a sign in an area community college welding shop that states: “Give someone a…
Street food: Food trucks stay hot in the Quad Cities
The food truck season is heating up for Chris Remrey. “We’ve got a pretty good…
Steelworkers to vote June 1 on 4-year deal with Arconic
Members of the United Steelworkers (USW) Local 105 are scheduled to take a ratification vote…
‘Amazing’ Summit welcomed to community
The Rev. David Steinle loves his independent living and the dining room service at The…
Former QC businessman shares his life’s journey
Successful businessman and investor Peter H. Paulsen outlines his life journey and life lessons in…
Steelworkers to vote on tentative 4-year deal with Arconic
Arconic and United Steelworkers (USW) union workers have reached a tentative four-year contract agreement that…
Woodhull welcomes new restaurant – Lynnie’s Diner
WOODHULL, ILLINOIS — There’s a somewhat hidden symbol in the logo for the new Lynnie’s…
Public weighs in on future Fairmount Community Center in west Davenport
The planning stage for building a new community center in west Davenport was questioned, reviewed…
Mission BBQ brings patriotic service, menu to the Quad Cities
A new restaurant in Davenport has found its recipe for success: Honor America, honor military…
Mayor: East Moline is growing, on the ‘right path’
East Moline is on “the right path” as it is attracting new businesses – including…
Black Cat Wear Parts: ‘Plenty of opportunity for expansion’
DEWITT, Iowa – There’s a photo collage near the front door of the Black Cat…
Legat Architects celebrates 10 years in Quad Cities
Legat Architects, an architecture and interior design firm, is celebrating its first decade of doing…
City Loafers brings ‘gourmet style deli’ to Davenport
A sign in a corner window at the new City Loafers restaurant in downtown Davenport…