Kenda Burrows's stories

Nelson built lasting legacy at JA of the Heartland
When Dougal Nelson retires from Junior Achievement of the Heartland this week, the visionary CEO and president will leave a legacy local leaders say will inspire generations of students. Among those leaders is Jim Russell, CEO of Russell, the Davenport-based…
RI County Office Building project honors past, looks to the future
As the old Rock Island Courthouse gave way to an empty field, catty-corner away workers…

What drives Lexus, other businesses to get on board JDC?
If you’ve ever wondered why Quad Cities businesses make such significant investments every year in…

Terrace Dispensary ‘taking cannabis to new heights’ in Moline
Budtenders at Terrace Dispensary have been busy since Friday, July 21, assisting customers and preparing…

Mo.Live: Live music, local art and more unite next month
Live music, local art, tasty eats and more are coming together for Mo.Live!, Moline’s new…

Bettendorf library adds laser engraver to Creation Studio
The Bettendorf Public Library has added a laser engraver/cutter to the maker tools available in…

QCIA urges business leaders to get on board new Charlotte flight
Quad Citians can begin booking daily “game changing” direct flights from the Quad Cities International…

Capitol Theatre opens to rave reviews during chamber sneak peek
The beautifully restored Capitol Theatre is a “trophy” for downtown Davenport and a “monument” to…

Goldbelly helps Happy Joe’s deliver ‘magic’ across nation
Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream is spreading its “old-fashioned goodness” in the most modern…

Iowa’s Caitlin Clark’s star shines bright at JDC Pro-Am
The TPC at Deere Run greens turned black and gold on Wednesday, July 5, as…

QC leaders talk about economy, labor shortage at QCBJ event
The economic climate continues to improve slowly in the Quad Cities but challenges remain due…

Arsenal Museum reopens after 3-year, $2 million makeover
Some seven years after Army leaders contemplated closing its doors forever, a completely reimagined Rock…

Community Foundation seeks Center for Nonprofit Excellence leaders
The Quad Cities Community Foundation is wasting no time in its quest to launch a…

Why businesses can’t afford to take JDC for granted
When the John Deere Classic tees off at TPC at Deere Run in Silvis on…
Republic launches Midwest expansion plan in Des Moines
The Republic Companies – a 107-year-old bedrock Quad Cities business – is poised to expand…

Republic’s game-changing branch first of its kind for Iowa
The Republic Companies is preparing for the Aug. 17 grand opening of a new Des…





