QCBJ News Staff's stories
Come ‘Back from the Dead’ in downtown Rock Island
Downtown Rock Island will transform into a hub of spooky fun and excitement during “Back from the Dead,” a two-day event on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 11-12. The Rock Island Downtown Alliance invites residents and visitors to explore haunted attractions,…
University of Iowa to play Washington State at Vibrant Nov. 15
Tickets will go on sale this week for the University of Iowa men’s basketball team game …
Modern Woodmen earns Bicycle Friendly Business award
The League of American Bicyclists has recognized Modern Woodmen of America with a bronze-level Bicycle…
Flanagan relaunches her management consulting firm
A veteran human resources professional is back on her own with the relaunch of Laura…
Women Lead Change announces QC Conference lineup
A leadership expert, a recruiter, a Paralympian and an Academy Award screenwriter and actor will…
Marcus & Millichap facilitate sale of Elmore Avenue Shoppes
Elmore Avenue Shoppes in Davenport have been sold to a new owner in a deal…
Optimist Club Fall Fest set for LeClaire Sunday Oct. 13
Get ready for a spectacular day of autumnal festivities at LeClaire Fall Fest courtesy of…
WIU alum named Counselor of the Year for 2024
Amy Zero, a graduate of Western Illinois University’s Counselor Education program and a school counselor…
Community Foundation awards $550,000+ to local nonprofits
Twenty-nine local nonprofits are receiving $550,386 through the Quad Cities Community Foundation’s Operations and Program…
Illinois sees increase in payrolls, unemployment rate in August
The unemployment rate in Illinois inched above the national average in August even as the…
St. Ambrose to dedicate Jack and Pat Bush Stadium
St. Ambrose University will dedicate the Jack and Pat Bush Stadium, 620 W. Central Park…
City of Rock Island begins water meter replacement project
Rock Island has begun a city-wide, mandatory water meter replacement project that is expected to…
Walk to end Alzheimer’s in the QC raises $85,000
Nearly 550 people walked on Saturday, Sept. 14, to raise awareness and funds for the…
Centennial Bridge lights go dark for migrating birds
River Action will turn out the Centennial Bridge lights beginning Thursday night, Sept. 19, through…
EICC seeks community input for chancellor search
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) is reaching out to the community for input as it…
Former World Bank president to keynote mental health event
MUSCATINE, Iowa – Dr. Jim Yong Kim – a former World Bank president, educator and…
