QCBJ News Staff's stories
Gathering of the Green returns to the QC
The 12th Gathering of the Green – a celebration of all things John Deere – will make its return to the Quad Cities later this month. The nationwide conference draws antique John Deere tractor collectors, restorers and enthusiasts. The 2026…
Dianna Shandy named Augustana’s provost, VP of academic affairs
Dianna Shandy has been chosen as Augustana College’s next provost and vice president of academic…
Ty Lewis to lead United Way’s African American Leadership Society
United Way Quad Cities recently named Ty Lewis as the director of its African American…
Empower House is focused on ‘more’ during Brain Injury Awareness Month
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month — and Empower House is ready to celebrate. The…
Humility Homes & Services to host Social Hour event March 30
Humility Homes & Services will host a Social Hour to raise awareness of its work…
DCDC looking for new volunteers, board members
DEWITT, Iowa – The DeWitt Chamber and Development Co. is seeking residents, community leaders and…
WIU celebrates Latino voices through upcoming exhibit
Western Illinois University will celebrate Latino voices through art, music, dance, food, family and friends…
Three to be inducted into BHC Alumni Hall of Fame
Black Hawk College will induct three new members into its Alumni Hall of Fame at…
Palmer Hills Golf Course to open this week
Golf season is here. The Palmer Hills Golf Course in Bettendorf is opening this week.…
WIU to host Plants, Paths and Pizza event April 14
The Western Illinois University Department of Counselor Education — in conjunction with Wild Ones Quad…
QC unemployment dips to 4.5% in January
The Quad Cities unemployment rate decreased to 4.5% in January as the region saw job…
Continental Cement celebrates Buffalo expansion today
BUFFALO, Iowa – Continental Cement Co. LLC will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony today, Monday, March…
Application deadline approaches for Eddy Scholarships
The deadline for River Action’s Eddy Scholarships is coming up on Friday, March 24. In…
WIU hosts Lunch and Learn for childcare directors
Western Illinois University, in conjunction with Black Hawk College and StarNet, will host a…
Per Mar acquires Homeguard Security
Per Mar Security Systems has acquired Homeguard Security in Des Moines, the Davenport-based security solutions…
MetroLINK honors two employees with Rick Ryckeghem Award
The Rock Island County Metropolitan Mass Transit District (MetroLINK) presented employees Carlos Sanchez and Elaine…
