QCBJ News Staff's stories
John Deere Pavilion offers free tech, engineering sessions for kids
The John Deere Pavilion is partnering with the Rock Island-based nonprofit STEAM on Wheels to offer a series of six free, hands-on educational sessions for children and families this winter, focusing on science, technology, engineering, arts and math. The sessions…
Black Hawk gets grant for new GED, welding program
Adults who are taking Black Hawk College classes to learn English or earn their high…
MRCF announces new partnership in grant awards
The Moline Regional Community Foundation (MRCF) and Old National Bank Wealth Management (ONB) are partnering…
12 groups awarded $315k in QC River Connection Grants
The Quad Cities Community Foundation and the Clean River Advisory Council (C-RAC) will award $315,000…
Rock Island survey seeks QC input to guide public planning
Rock Island residents, businesses and visitors are invited to share their thoughts through the city’s…
East Moline to host BMX 2026 World Series qualifying event
The East Moline BMX Speedway will host a weekend of high-energy racing as it welcomes…
Icestravaganza celebration to feature ‘This is Iowa’ theme
The annual Icestravaganza celebration in downtown Davenport is set for Friday through Sunday, Jan. 16-18. The…
Tractor Supply hits $25M fundraising mark for 4-H youth
Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the U.S. – including a new…
AAA offers Tow to Go service to prevent impaired driving
In an effort to keep impaired drivers off the road this holiday season, AAA is…
LeClaire gets ready for last-minute shoppers
LECLAIRE, Iowa – Businesses in this community are getting ready for last-minute shoppers during the…
Halpin law simplifies Illinois hunting license process starting Jan. 1
A new Illinois law backed by state Senator Mike Halpin clarifying and simplifying hunting license…
Augustana College to acquire Trinity College of Nursing
*** UPDATED STORY HERE **** Augustana College announced on Monday, Dec. 22, that…
QC airport offers tips for hectic holiday travel season
The holiday travel season is here. Millions of Americans are expected to hit the road…
Grow QC; Alternating Currents win RDA & Bechtel grants
Grow Quad Cities has received grants from the Bechtel Trusts of $100,000 per year to…
ABI’s 2025 Ten Leaders to Know
This month’s Business Monthly highlights something at the core of ABI’s mission: leadership. Our “10…
Orion Technical College approved for new online programs
Orion Technical College in Davenport has a long history in the Quad Cities. It’s adding…
