QCBJ News Staff's stories
Western Illinois University going to two college system
As part of a strategic effort to provide excellent academic and experiential opportunities for students, Western Illinois University is transitioning to a two college system, effective Wednesday, July 1, according to a news release from WIU made available on Tuesday,…
Augustana recognized as 2026 Top College for Innovation by ‘Insight into Academia’
Augustana College’s work in expanding access to higher education, strengthening student outcomes and shaping learning…
Open Bay Auto grand opening is Saturday, May 16
Open Bay Auto – a business that combines an auto repair shop, coffee/snack shop, library…
John Deere continues 109-year support of Red Cross with $250K commitment
More than a century after members of the John Deere family helped lead and champion…
McCarthy-Bush Corporation acquires Roemer Machine
The McCarthy-Bush Corporation has acquired Roemer Machine, a Davenport-based manufacturing company widely recognized for its…
Grand opening set for new QC Hispanic Chamber office
The Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GQCHCC) is getting ready to celebrate its…
Mercado on Fifth celebrates 10 years, season opens May 22
Mercado on Fifth, the Quad Cities’ premier Latino cultural market and small business incubator, will…
Group O joins trade association to support QC company’s growth
Group O Inc. has joined the trade association PMMI in a move to strengthen its…
Muscatine Women’s Network hosts leadership summit June 4
MUSCATINE, Iowa — Registration is underway for the 2026 Muscatine Women’s Leadership Summit to be…
Smith retiring as CEO of Quad City Area REALTORS in June
Sharon Smith, the longtime leader of the Quad City Area REALTORS (QCAR), has announced her…
Grow Clinton Annual Meeting will be June 24
CLINTON, Iowa – The Grow Clinton Annual Meeting will start at 4 p.m. Wednesday, June…
Illinois metro areas post increased unemployment in March
The unemployment rate in all 12 Illinois metro areas rose year-over-year in March, including in…
Treasurer relaunches state retirement program for Illinois small businesses
Employers and savers of the Illinois Secure Choice Savings Program will benefit from lower fees…
IMEG acquires MARLIN Engineering, expanding Florida reach and services
In a move that expands its capabilities in Florida, Rock Island-based IMEG has acquired MARLIN…
Frontier Hospitality Group unveils new Hampton Inn by Hilton in East Peoria
EAST PEORIA, Illinois – Quad Cities-based Frontier Hospitality Group (FHG) has expanded its property holdings…
Free bus rides offered to area bicyclists during Bike to Work Week
The Quad Cities three transit systems are encouraging Quad Citians to celebrate National Bike to…
