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Shelter in Place a solution for all communities concerned about homeless 

Each year the Quad Cities has a Low-Barrier Winter Overflow Shelter from December to April 15.  This shelter has for many years been situated in...

2025 turning into ‘dream year’ for Clinton projects

When Clinton, Iowa, business leaders developed the Lincolnway Industrial Rail & Air over two decades ago, 2025 was the dream year they had in...

Lessons in succession planning – from the sauna

Regular sauna use – 15-20 minutes, two to four times a week -- provides numerous health benefits, including cardiovascular improvement, muscle recovery, stress reduction,...

Getting back to business: three things that never change 

As the business world shifts and adapts in response to cultural conversations, economic demands, and workplace trends, one thing remains constant: the need for...

Labor/management groups stand united against Iowa SF 603

The Iowa Senate’s passage of Senate File (SF) 603 threatens the construction industry, undermining local control and the labor-management partnerships that have long strengthened...

How financial institutions can support women entrepreneurs

According to a recent survey by Bank of America, 63% of women business owners feel they need to work harder to achieve the same...
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Corridor casino bid amplifies need to invest in QC tourism

I was recently invited by my counterpart in Irving, Texas, to discuss gaming and destination development as Texas considers legalizing gambling and redeveloping the...

Navigating executive order impacts on HR practices

The second Trump administration has brought significant legal changes for employers, including eliminating certain affirmative action obligations for federal contractors. On Jan. 21, President...

More tax changes in 2025

The start of 2025 ushered in several significant tax law changes in Iowa and Illinois. Here are some of the highlights that you should...

Union roofers unite on NorthPark repair project

On April 4, 2023, a massive hailstorm pounded the NorthPark Mall in Davenport. The insurance adjusters deemed the existing roof a total loss. The...

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