QCBJ News Staff's stories
Clinton gets set to celebrate updated Bickelhaupt Arboretum
CLINTON, Iowa – The Bickelhaupt Arboretum in this community is ready for its next big chapter. A $5 million renovation of the 14-acre facility was recently completed, and a public ribbon-cutting celebration has been set. The opening ceremony will be…
Grow Clinton sponsors leadership development sessions
Grow Clinton is sponsoring a series on leadership development through the beginning of the new…
MJ LIVE: Michael Jackson Tribute heads to Adler April 7
“MJ LIVE – Michael Jackson Tribute Concert,” the World’s Most Authentic Tribute to Michael Jackson,…
Atlas Roofing plant expected to open in summer 2026
CLINTON, Iowa – The construction of a new $224 million Atlas Roofing Corp. plant in…
Illinois jobless rate falls to 5.2% in December
The unemployment rate in Illinois fell slightly to 5.2% in December, while nonfarm jobs increased…
Bettendorf mayor discusses State of City on Feb. 26
The 2025 Bettendorf State of the City Address will be given by Mayor Bob Gallagher…
Sorensen reappointed to House Agriculture Committee
U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Moline, announced his reappointment to the House Committee on Agriculture along…
Hand in Hand Chili Cook-Off set
The 16th annual Hand in Hand Chili Cook-Off has been set for 3-6 p.m. Saturday,…
Apply now to join DavenportU Citizen’s Academy
Applications now are being accepted for DavenportU, the City of Davenport’s 10-session Citizens Academy. Each…
Muscatine-China study abroad program seeks applicants
MUSCATINE, Iowa – The Sarah D. Lande US-China Friendship Education Co., in partnership with Wanxiang…
January In the Works
The QCBJ’s In the Works feature spotlights new building construction, commercial additions and other renovation…
Bi-State seeks input on Thrive 2055 transportation plan
As it plans for transportation needs in the Quad Cities’ future, the Bi-State Regional Commission…
Iowa Center to expand business services in Muscatine
MUSCATINE, Iowa – The Iowa Center recently announced a contract award from the U.S. Small…
Artists urged to apply for April 26 Geneseo Artwalk
GENESEO, Illinois – Artists are being sought for the 2025 Geneseo Artwalk, which will take…
Health department hosts Winter Wellness Event
The Scott County Health Department, along with area partners, will host a Winter Wellness event…
Sorensen to serve on Armed Services, key subcommittees
U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Moline, whose 17th Congressional District includes the Rock Island Arsenal, has…