QCBJ News Staff's stories
Barry Bagels is expanding into Iowa
Barry Bagels, the iconic Midwest bagel and deli brand known for its boiled-and-baked bagels and made-to-order sandwiches, has signed a 20-store development agreement for Iowa. The deal marks Barry Bagels’ official entry into Iowa and brings the brand’s total number…
Iowa American Water offers tips to prevent frozen pipes
As winter approaches and temperatures drop, Iowa American Water is reminding customers to prepare their…
The Landing Ice Rink opens for second season Dec. 5
The Landing Ice Rink, 2255 Middle Road, Bettendorf, will open for the season (weather permitting)…
Hammond-Henry welcomes new physician to Geneseo Clinic
GENESEO, Ill. — Hammond-Henry Hospital has announced that Dr. Chad Martens has joined the staff…
Bettendorf senior living community wins award
Palmer Hills, a Holiday senior living community managed by Atria, announced Wednesday, Dec. 3, it…
IHMVCU donates $13,000 to six local nonprofits
IHMVCU celebrated Giving Tuesday by distributing $13,000 to six local nonprofit organizations, as determined by…
Illinoisans urged to join nation’s 250th birthday celebration
As Illinois prepares to say goodbye to 2025, preparations are ongoing to celebrate the 250th…
Tapestry Farms launches growing holiday gift line
Tapestry Farms is celebrating the season of giving with the launch of an expanded product…
Lee delays special stockholder meeting
Davenport-based newspaper publisher Lee Enterprises has postponed a special meeting of stockholders. That meeting, originally…
Arsenal to host 50th annual holiday tree lighting Friday
The Rock Island Arsenal will hold its 50th annual holiday tree lighting ceremony and celebration…
Bank of America provides free admission to Figge this weekend
Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive free general…
Black Hawk offers free PC Optimization on Saturday
Black Hawk College is hosting a free PC Optimization Day from 9-11 a.m., Saturday, Dec.…
Filipino pianists to perform a free Christmas concert, “Echoes from Home,” at the Butterworth Center Dec. 18.
A Christmas concert featuring Filipino professional pianists will be held Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at…
Registration open for RI Rotary Reindeer Ramble 5K
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and get into the holiday spirit at the…
Circa ’21 hosts “Santa Claus: The Musical” through Dec. 21.
Santa Claus is heading to Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, not just in spirit, but on…
Kraft Heinz to invest $60 million in its Muscatine plant
MUSCATINE, Iowa — Kraft Heinz is investing $60 million to modernize its local plant and…
