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Augustana recognized by Forbes for generous financial aid
Augustana College has once again been named to Forbes’ list of Top Colleges, also earning recognition as one of 25 private colleges nationwide offering substantial financial aid and scholarships. The ranking, released Aug. 28, highlights schools where scholarships cover at…
Quad Cities jobs grew in 2Q, but economic challenges remain
The number of jobs in the Quad Cities increased by 4.7% in the second quarter…
Davenport accepting Housing Choice Voucher applications
The City of Davenport is accepting applications Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 20-21, for the Housing…
Poverty simulation offers a view from other side of the desk
Quad Citians are invited to stand in the shoes of those who are struggling to…
New event: German Fest is Oct. 14
A new event in a newly created space is coming to downtown Davenport. German Fest…
Lead(h)er celebrates with birthday bash, Girl on Fire Awards
As preparations are being made to celebrate its 6th birthday, Lead(h)er still is accepting nominations…
Ward input sought on skatepark, I-74 Moline redevelopment
Moline Mayor Sangeetha Rayapati and Fourth Ward Alderman Matt Timion will seek input from ward…
Iowa Quad Cities College Fair is set
More than 30 private and public colleges, universities and technical schools will assemble for the…
‘Opportunity Knocks’ hiring event is Sept. 19
IowaWORKS will host the hiring event “Opportunity Knocks Monday” from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.…
Genesis, MercyOne announce intent to partner
Genesis Health System and MercyOne announced Wednesday, Sept. 14, that they have signed a letter of…
RME rebrands as Common Chord to reflect expanded mission
The River Music Experience (RME) unveiled a new name and identity – Common Chord –…
Bike Safety Fest set for Saturday
A Bicycle Safety Fest is set for 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, at the Tangled…
DeWitt to host Autumn Fest
DEWITT, Iowa – DeWitt is set to kick off the 35th anniversary of Autumn Fest…
IowaWORKS to host open house on Sept. 19
IowaWORKS, 1801A E. Kimberly Road, Davenport, will host an open house from 10 a.m. to…
Eating Disorders Conference planned for Oct. 8
The 2022 Quad Cities Eating Disorders Conference, set for Saturday, Oct. 8, aims to raise…
Lagomarcino’s closing restaurants temporarily to focus on seasonal sweets
Lagomarcino’s will close its Quad Cities restaurants through the end of the year beginning Tuesday,…