QCBJ News Staff's stories

Defense Alliance outlines progress made on QC projects
The Rock Island Arsenal Defense Alliance (RIADA) – an affiliate of the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce, and Quad Cities Manufacturing Institute (QCMI) – recently announced continued progress in efforts to strengthen the Quad Cities region’s manufacturing and defense ecosystem. …
Novak to chair Catholic colleges, universities group
Amy Novak, the president and CEO of St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University, has…

East Moline fire chief to retire on March 31
East Moline Fire Chief Robert DeFrance will retire from the position, effective Tuesday, March 31,…

John Deere calls back another 27 employees in Dubuque
Another 27 employees laid off at John Deere Dubuque Works are being called back in…

WIU math program honored for affordability, national reach
Western Illinois University’s Online Master of Science in Mathematics program has received national recognition, being…

Day named development director at Common Chord
Common Chord, the Quad Cities’ community music organization, has named Margot Day as its new…

Electro Freeze moving to Russell Park this summer
A new industry building lease has been completed in the Russell Industrial Park for a…

Illinois manufacturers sought for IMA Makers Madness
Illinois manufacturers are invited to get into the spirit of the season as the Illinois…

IBC to unveil Iowa’s Competitive Dashboard in March
DES MOINES – The Iowa Business Council (IBC) announced plans to reveal its annual research…

River Action celebrates QC history, influential leaders
River Action will celebrate the Quad Cities’ rich history and the legacy leaders who helped…

Bix 7 race, QC Times continue partnership
The Quad-City Times Bix 7 road race is getting ready for a new race season…

ImOn completes fiber network in Clinton, Camanche
ImOn Communications announced the completion of its 100% fiber internet network in Clinton and Camanche, Iowa,…

RV & Camping Show rolls into QCCA Feb. 20–22
Outdoor adventure enthusiasts, road-trip dreamers and camping fans are invited to explore the latest in…

QC Mayors’ Breakfast set for Feb. 25
The 2026 Quad Cities Mayors’ Breakfast will be Wednesday, Feb. 25, at Bally’s Quad Cities…

Deere acquires forestry equipment assets of Risutec Oy
Moline-based Deere & Company has acquired the intellectual property and related assets for tree planting…

Modern Woodmen Park swings for top ballpark 3-peat
Perennial favorite Modern Woodmen Park has been nominated once again for “Best Minor League Ballpark”…





