QCBJ News Staff's stories
Illinois unemployment rate ticks up in March
The unemployment rate across Illinois rose +0.1 percentage point over the month in March to 5.1%, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) reported. According to the monthly jobs report, released today, May 1, unemployment also was up +0.5 percentage…
EICC named one of the best higher ed websites
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) has been named one of the Best Higher Ed Websites…
Weitz marks 170 years in construction business
The Weitz Company, one of the oldest architectural/engineering/construction firms in the United States, is celebrating…
Tap into fun, new brew at CASI’s Blarney Bash revival
The Center for Active Seniors is urging Quad Citians to celebrate the return of its…
Western’s HRM program ranked #19 for affordability
Western Illinois University’s (WIU) Bachelor of Business in Human Resource Management (HRM) has been recognized…
Davenport Fire Chief announces retirement
Davenport Fire Chief Mike Carlsten has announced his intention to retire from his position with…
Davenport, QC are for sweetheart homeowners, study shows
The folks at Mortgage Research Center (MRC) are sharing some love for the Quad Cities…
East Moline to vote on ‘Home Rule’ on April 1
East Moline voters will decide soon if the city will be governed by “Home Rule”…
Grow Clinton to host legislative coffees on Saturday
CAMANCHE, IOWA – Grow Clinton is hosting a legislative coffee session Saturday, Feb. 15, at…
WIU’s Wheeler earns Employee of the Month honor
Western Illinois University academic advisor Kenny Wheeler, who works on the Quad Cities campus, has…
ImpactLife seeking help after snow storm cancels 350+ donations
Concern over canceled blood drives and missed appointments for blood donation is growing as a…
McNeil promoted River Bandit’s new GM
The Quad Cities River Bandits, High-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals, announced a change…
Four Iowa QC businesses capture $925k in SBA loans in January
Three Scott County businesses and a Clinton County business received a total of $925,500 in…
UScellular invested $67.6M in its Iowa network in 2024
Wireless carrier UScellular invested nearly $63.5 million in its Iowa network during 2024 to provide…
IEDA awards $107,000 in historic grants
The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) has awarded $93,846 in Certified Local Government (CLG) grants…
American Cruise ships to visit the QC this summer
American Cruise Lines has announced its cruising lineup on the Mississippi River this year including…
