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Kraft Heinz to invest $60 million in its Muscatine plant
MUSCATINE, Iowa — Kraft Heinz is investing $60 million to modernize its local plant and keep more than 400 jobs in this community. The company recently announced it is planning to invest $48 million to overhaul the Muscatine facility. It…
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…
Black Hawk financial aid pros assist at FAFSA Completion Nights
Let Black Hawk College’s financial aid professionals assist you in completing your 2025-2026 Free Application…
Rock Island library invites you to stock up on winter reading
Cold weather is the perfect time to cozy up with a book, and the Rock…
Life Breads Bakery closes storefront
Life Breads Gluten-Free Bakery has permanently closed its storefront business at 1509 Harrison St., Davenport.…
United Way’s free tax assistance locations open Feb. 1
United Way Quad Cities (UWQC) now is accepting appointments for its annual free tax assistance…
Halpin to chair Senate Committee on Education Appropriations
State Senator Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, is the new chair of the Illinois Senate Committee…
Nominations open for Clinton Hometown’s Walk of Fame
CLINTON, Iowa – Clinton Hometown Pride is seeking nominations for inductees into its fifth annual…
Honkamp announces three new principals
Honkamp, P.C. has announced the addition of three new principals to the Iowa-based firm, including…
River Bandits announce coaching staff, new manager
The Quad Cities River Bandits, in conjunction with the Kansas City Royals, have announced their…
August retires as president of Liberty Pattern Co.
NEW LIBERTY, Iowa – Gary August, the longtime general manager and president of the Liberty…
Bettendorf Library launches new mobile app
The Bettendorf Public Library is launching a new mobile app to provide patrons access to…
