QCBJ News Staff's stories
Quad Cities nonprofits receive $629,000 in foundation grants
Thirty-six local nonprofits are receiving a total of $629,000 through the Quad Cities Community Foundation’s Operations and Program Grants, the Bettendorf-based organization announced this week. The grants, which represent the Community Foundation’s largest competitive grantmaking cycle annually, are made…
QC jobless rate up, job numbers down in September
The unemployment rate is up and more than 2,000 jobs have been cut in the…
$15,000 in Ascentra scholarships available
A total of $15,000 in scholarships are available for 15 Ascentra Credit Union student members…
Women Lead Change conference ticket deadline Monday
Time to get your ticket to the Women Lead Change conference in Bettendorf on Thursday,…
Local artist selected for Bass Street mural project in Moline
The Moline Public Art Commission, in partnership with Quad City Arts, has selected Moline artist…
AFP will honor five local philanthropists
The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) IL, Quad Cities Chapter, and the Quad Cities Community…
New education pavilion dedicated at Fairport
MUSCATINE, Iowa – The new education pavilion at the historic Fairport Fish Hatchery was dedicated…
See early screening of A24’s “Heretic” with actress & filmmaker Q&A
The Last Picture House is holding an exclusive screening for A24’s upcoming thriller “Heretic,” and…
Quad City Arts names Derbyshire as interim executive director
Quad City Arts announced Wednesday, Oct. 23, that Kady Derbyshire has been appointed as interim…
Professional Developers of Iowa Legislative Roundtable Thursday, Oct 24
DEWITT, Iowa – Connect with legislators, economic developers, and community leaders across Iowa at a…
Time is running out to nominate 2024’s Most Influential person
The QCBJ has opened voting for the 2024 Most Influential Person award, and we need…
Tree planting marks Clean River Council’s river vision launch
To celebrate Clean River Advisory Council’s (C-RAC) vision of a bright, equitable future for river…
Rock Island switches gas tax to street utility fee
The City of Rock Island will eliminate its gas tax and switch to a monthly…
Mel Foster Co. launches School of Real Estate
Mel Foster Co., a leader in real estate services for more than 100 years, has…
Illinois jobs grow, unemployment remains stable in September
The State of Illinois saw nonfarm payrolls grow by 7,100 jobs in September while the…
Moline Centre merchants host annual Holiday Hop on Nov. 8-9
The annual Holiday Hop event returns to downtown Moline Centre on Friday and Saturday, Nov.…
