QCBJ News Staff's stories

Illinois jobless rate falls again in July in all state MSAs, IDES says
The unemployment rate fell again in July for all 12 Illinois metropolitan statistical areas, according to the Illinois Department of Employment Securities (IDES) and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). At the same time, the Quad Cities MSA was…
UnityPoint Health – Trinity Bettendorf celebrates 20 years
When UnityPoint Health – Trinity built a hospital in Bettendorf 20 years ago, its goal…

In the Works: January 2024 construction projects around the QC
The QCBJ’s In the Works feature spotlights new building construction, commercial additions and other renovation…

Figge Exhibit showcases QC’s unparalleled artistic talent
The 43rd Rock Island Art Guild’s Fine Arts Exhibition, which opens Saturday, Feb. 16, at…

Mini Medical School event highlights cancer and obesity connection
UI Health Care will sponsor a Mini Medical School in Davenport on Monday, Feb. 19,…

‘Thaw Out the Hilltop’ fundraiser will be March 8
The “Thaw Out the Hilltop” fundraising event is set for 6-9 p.m., Friday, March 8,…

UnityPoint Heart Health Education Series begins Feb. 27
UnityPoint Health – Trinity will host its first Heart to Heart Community Education Series of…

City of East Moline to host revitalization project meeting
The first public meeting of the Greater Downtown East Moline Revitalization Project group is set…

Clinton Community College to get Innovation Award
CLINTON, Iowa – Clinton Community College will soon be honored for its two new career…

HNI Corp. announces dividend
MUSCATINE, Iowa – The HNI Corporation Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of…

Save the date for QC Hispanic Chamber’s Gala on April 5
The Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is inviting the area to celebrate the…

Moline anchorage last bit of old bridge to go out with a bang
One of the last pieces of the old Interstate 74 Bridge to go out with…

Construction issues push back The Landing’s completion
Citing “challenges that are out of our control,” the City of Bettendorf and the YMCA…

Martin Equipment receives top award from Deere
John Deere Construction and Forestry recently presented the Onyx Circle Award to Martin Equipment, whose…

Nominations sought for Clinton County Walk of Fame
Nominations are now being sought for the third annual induction class of the Clinton County…

Help the ‘Hearts for Humility’ Hygiene Drive
Humility Homes and Services is asking the community to help contribute essential hygiene products to…
