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Melissa Gravert: Bringing the classroom with her, wherever she goes
Melissa Gravert will tell you, without hesitation, that teaching nearly broke her. After spending a decade in Quad Cities public schools — first as a classroom teacher, then as a school librarian — she found herself at a crossroads familiar…
LandJet takes scenic route in its growth journey
Todd Kitzmann loves getting people to their destinations. For the past five years, he has…

LandJet zooms to top of ‘Fastest Growing Companies’ list
What does it take to be one of the fastest growing companies in the region?…

Lemon becomes new Blackhawk Bank & Trust president
Blackhawk Bank & Trust of Milan today, Oct. 11, announced the appointment of Christopher J.…

Muscatine prepares for $7M indoor sports complex
MUSCATINE, Iowa – Construction has started on a new $7 million indoor sports complex in…

Rapids City’s Thai Town Cafe expanding to Geneseo
RAPIDS CITY, Illinois – A popular restaurant in this community is already getting ready for…

JDC’s Birdies for Charity chip in another record year
On what was just a perfect day for a round of fall golf, the John…

QC women share $40,000 in Nation of Neighbors grants
Four regional women leaders will be amplifying their impact in their Quad Cities communities after…

East Moline Community Funds awards $23,000 in grants
The East Moline Community Fund has awarded $23,000 in grants to local organizations and groups…

Iowa businesses weigh in on ABI survey
The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) has released the results of its latest…

IWD showcases efforts to build Iowa’s workforce pipeline
Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) is rolling out a series of webinars along with a new…

Siam Thai Cafe sends QC foodies on a culinary journey
Nan Bowe wants people to experience her native country, Thailand. For the past month, many…

Cultural Trust announces Adler Theatre Fund grant winners
Eight area organizations have been awarded 2024 Adler Theatre Fund grants to help them raise…

Verde restaurant begins new chapter with new owner
The Verde restaurant in downtown Bettendorf offers more than just good food. It is pushing…

UScellular donates nearly $200K to help young people
To help provide equitable learning access and opportunities to keep local youth connected, UScellular has…

Maynard leaving Quad City Arts for job at Florida State
The longtime executive director of the Quad City Arts organization is leaving to take a…





