QCBJ News Staff's stories

Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival seeks entries for 2026
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – The Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival (CRIFF) is now accepting entries for its 25th Anniversary event, scheduled for April 10-12, 2026, at the Collins Road Theatres in Marion. Filmmakers are invited to submit films of all…
MJ LIVE: Michael Jackson Tribute heads to Adler April 7
“MJ LIVE – Michael Jackson Tribute Concert,” the World’s Most Authentic Tribute to Michael Jackson,…

Atlas Roofing plant expected to open in summer 2026
CLINTON, Iowa – The construction of a new $224 million Atlas Roofing Corp. plant in…

Illinois jobless rate falls to 5.2% in December
The unemployment rate in Illinois fell slightly to 5.2% in December, while nonfarm jobs increased…

Bettendorf mayor discusses State of City on Feb. 26
The 2025 Bettendorf State of the City Address will be given by Mayor Bob Gallagher…

Sorensen reappointed to House Agriculture Committee
U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Moline, announced his reappointment to the House Committee on Agriculture along…

Hand in Hand Chili Cook-Off set
The 16th annual Hand in Hand Chili Cook-Off has been set for 3-6 p.m. Saturday,…

Apply now to join DavenportU Citizen’s Academy
Applications now are being accepted for DavenportU, the City of Davenport’s 10-session Citizens Academy. Each…

Muscatine-China study abroad program seeks applicants
MUSCATINE, Iowa – The Sarah D. Lande US-China Friendship Education Co., in partnership with Wanxiang…

January In the Works
The QCBJ’s In the Works feature spotlights new building construction, commercial additions and other renovation…

Bi-State seeks input on Thrive 2055 transportation plan
As it plans for transportation needs in the Quad Cities’ future, the Bi-State Regional Commission…

Iowa Center to expand business services in Muscatine
MUSCATINE, Iowa – The Iowa Center recently announced a contract award from the U.S. Small…

Artists urged to apply for April 26 Geneseo Artwalk
GENESEO, Illinois – Artists are being sought for the 2025 Geneseo Artwalk, which will take…

Health department hosts Winter Wellness Event
The Scott County Health Department, along with area partners, will host a Winter Wellness event…

Sorensen to serve on Armed Services, key subcommittees
U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Moline, whose 17th Congressional District includes the Rock Island Arsenal, has…

Jan. 30 forum explores Alzheimer’s impact on rural Iowans
The Alzheimer’s Association Iowa Chapter will host a virtual community forum next week to discuss…
