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Iowa Healthiest State Conference Opens Registration for Workplace Well-Being Leaders
Registration is open for the 2026 Healthiest State Conference, presented by Wellabe, as employers across Iowa continue to address employee burnout, mental health, and evolving workforce needs. The conference, hosted by the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative, will take place on…
Genesis’ Walk-In Wednesday hiring event returns this week
After a wintertime hiatus, Genesis Health System will host this year’s first Walk-In Wednesday hiring…

Igor’s Bistro to close on March 14
Igor’s Bistro – the Rock Island restaurant with the year-round spooky vibe – is permanently…

Peeler receives Northwestern Mutual’s service award
Tanner Peeler, a financial planning specialist from Davenport, is among the professionals that Northwestern Mutual…

Mission BBQ donates $347K to Wreaths Across America group
The restaurant chain Mission BBQ has donated $347,068 to the national nonprofit Wreaths Across America…

QCBJ to host Health Care Symposium March 20
Learn about the many changes sweeping the health care landscape as the QCBJ hosts its…

Bowl-A-Thon raises money this weekend for Junior Achievement
Quad Citians are lacing up their bowling shoes this weekend for the annual Junior Achievement…

Modern Woodmen Park vying for ‘Best Minor League Ballpark’
Modern Woodmen Park in Davenport is at the top of the leaderboard in its quest…

Combine Steakhouse closes in East Moline’s Bend
The Combine Steakhouse, 910 Bend Blvd., East Moline, has permanently closed. The restaurant, located in…

EICC partners with Mount Mercy on nursing program
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges is partnering with Mount Mercy University to provide an easy transfer…

QC Arts’ Maynard nominated to fill open RI third ward seat
Quad City Arts Executive Director Kevin Maynard has been nominated by Rock Island Mayor Mike…

IowaWORKS offers inclusive workplace event Feb. 29
IowaWORKS in Davenport invites local employers to learn the latest trends on creating an inclusive…

Rock Island awarded state grant for apprenticeships
Rock Island has been awarded a $195,000 grant as part of a state expansion of…

HNI Corp. reports 4Q, year-end earnings
MUSCATINE, Iowa – HNI Corporation announced sales of $2.434 billion and net income of $49.2…

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

Support the MCSA Domestic Violence Shelter at annual gala
MUSCATINE, Iowa — The Muscatine Center for Social Action will host its 20th annual New…





