QCBJ News Staff's stories

2026 Choose Iowa Passport driving business to local farms and flavors
The State of Iowa is rolling out a free digital passport that encourages Iowans to hit the road and provides a roadmap for exploring Iowa’s local foods and beverages and its agritourism destinations. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig last…
Hilltop getting ready to unveil Master Plan on Feb. 13
The Hilltop Village Campus in Davenport will soon unveil its “Master Plan” to update and…

Muscatine warns businesses of phishing scam
The City of Muscatine is alerting local businesses and residents to stay alert following reports…

Live2Lead Quad Cities offers leadership training Feb. 6
Quad Cities business and community leaders are invited to attend Live2Lead Quad Cities, a one-day…

New MRA course to help tackle business writing in the age of AI
MRA, a nationwide employer association with offices including Moline, has introduced a new course designed…

AHA urges new first responders during American Heart Month
More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States each year, and during…

Mel Foster Co. celebrates 2025 performance, achievements
In a real estate market defined by cautious optimism, modest price growth, gradually increasing inventory,…

Upper Iowa, Happy Teacher partner on degree package
Upper Iowa University (UIU) is partnering with Happy Teacher Professional Development to offer educators an…

Bettendorf mayor’s State of City address set for Feb. 28
Bettendorf Mayor Bob Gallagher will give the annual State of the City address on Wednesday,…

Draft & Craft Beer Fest pours into QCCA Expo
Beer lovers are invited to raise a glass at the Draft & Craft Beer Festival…

Play trivia Feb. 27 with Rotary Club of Rock Island
The Rotary Club of Rock Island is inviting the community to its annual Trivia Night…

Clinton’s Bald Eagle Watch set for Saturday, Jan. 31
CLINTON, Iowa — The 42nd annual Clinton Bald Eagle Watch is set for Saturday, Jan.…

Junior Achievement seeking classroom volunteers
Junior Achievement of the Heartland is recruiting community members to volunteer in local classrooms this…

Collis expected to cut 51 jobs in Clinton
CLINTON, Iowa – A company in this community that could be cutting 51 jobs in…

Keith joins Iowa American Water in new development role
Ben Keith has joined Iowa American Water Company as its director of business development and government…

Find your Valentine gift at the Sweetheart Shop Hop
The Rock Island Downtown Alliance will host the Sweetheart Shop Hop from 10 a.m. to…





