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Michael Gapen, chief U.S. Economist for Morgan Stanley, gives his take on where the economy stands and what's ahead at the QCBJ's Economic Review Luncheon Wednesday, May 13, at the Rhythm City Casino Resort. (PHOTOS BY TODD WELVAERT)

Economy faces ‘headwinds,’ but there will be growth

The U.S. economy will continue to grow — and even somewhat prosper — this year and next year. This growth will happen even with rising inflation, changes in the labor force and the ongoing artificial intelligence revolution around the world.…

MidAmerican trees grants help local cities

 MidAmerican Energy is awarding $122,000 in “Trees Please!” grant funding to 58 Iowa cities, helping…

The Bagel Shop is dream come true for couple

MUSCATINE — “It’s a beautiful day for a bagel.” That’s an unofficial motto for Gavin…

Q&A: Thompson reflects on new role, future of Palmer

Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport recently saw a shift in its executive leadership as…

Ries Harbor Apartments complex is a ‘dream come true’

MUSCATINE, Iowa – Adam Meuser toured the new $3.8 million Ries Harbor Apartments complex in…

Comcast to expand its high-speed network to the Quad Cities

Comcast this week announced plans to expand its fast network to the Quad Cities, bringing…

Mel Foster Insurance named ‘Circle of Excellence Agency’

Western National Insurance Group recently announced that Davenport-based Mel Foster Insurance has been named one…

QC Hispanic Chamber gets ready to move to Silvis

The Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GQCHCC) will soon have a new office.…

Taste of LeClaire events set for Saturday

LECLAIRE, Iowa – About 20 businesses will be participating in the annual Taste of LeClaire…

Jet Air acquires Revv Aviation in Quad Cities

Jet Air, Inc. of Galesburg, Illinois, has acquired three Revv Aviation facilities in the Quad…

Women in Manufacturing Summit at Black Hawk College shows girls their place in blue-collar careers

For years, Paul Smith has been trying to change the face of manufacturing — one…

David Hull, a welding instructor at Black Hawk College, helps Azzy Thacher, 13, with a virtual welding exercise on Friday, March 6, during the Women in Manufacturing Summit at Black Hawk in Moline. CREDIT DAVE THOMPSON

EICC’s Clinton campus gets $1 million for career learning

CLINTON, Iowa – Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) will receive a $1 million state grant…

A student participates in a recent welding competition hosted by Eastern Iowa Community Colleges.

LandJet unveils next-generation mobile office vehicles

LandJet, the nation’s first and only mobile office transportation franchise, has launched its next-generation fleet…

Safer Foundation celebrates 50 years of empowering

Safer Foundation is celebrating 50 years of service in the Quad Cities. Since 1976, the…

Safer Foundation, Safer Sacks

Sullivan launches new Zactus Creative company 

GENESEO, Illinois — Geneseo business leader Zack Sullivan has launched a new creative services company…

Modern Woodmen releases year-end report

Modern Woodmen of America reported strong fraternal and financial results for year-end 2025, including increased…

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