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Iowa American announces 2026 Water and Environment Grant winners
The American Water Charitable Foundation, the philanthropic nonprofit of American Water, along with the utility’s subsidiary Iowa American Water announced that six Quad Cities organizations have received a 2026 Water and Environment grant. Collectively, the local recipients were awarded $57,000…
QC ambassador knows experience is a gift, pass it on
For Paula Sands, retirement from an influential career in broadcasting wasn’t an ending. It was…
DEI leader knows women can have ‘best of both worlds’
LaDrina Wilson is a talented storyteller. That combined with her willingness to confront uncomfortable issues…
RI changemaker good citizen, community servant
Rock Island Alderwoman Jenni Swanson is more than a dedicated elected official. She’s a community…
Team player, worker bee prefers to ‘lead by example’
Dr. Susan Rector shies away from the word “leader” in describing herself, and rather prefers…
Groundbreaking scout leader takes inspiration from others
To hear Diane T. Nelson tell it, SHE is the person who is influenced and…
Argrow House founder ‘walks humbly and loves justice’
Her accomplishments are many, ranging from global mission work to finding a path for healing…
A ‘passionate leader’ who helps the community
Not long ago, Jay Justin, president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the…
Bank executive a ‘true inspiration’ to the community
Laura “Divot” Ekizian’s circle of influence as a local business and community leader has touched…
For Edwards it’s always been about ‘showing up’
You can see Cathy Edwards’ name on the sign of the company she and her…
Volunteerism part of lifetime game plan for news executive
As a young girl growing up in Valparaiso, Indiana, Debbie Anselm would wonder why her…
Gray Matters founder runs on ‘power of community’
Haley DeGreve is a young woman with a fulfilling career. As a communications manager with…
Hy-Vee to close Rockingham Road grocery store
The Hy-Vee grocery store at 3019 Rockingham Road, Davenport, will permanently close at 6 p.m.…
New dentist office opens in The Plex neighborhood
Dr. Marianna Beattie says her new dental office – Bettendorf Family Dental – is going…
Von Maur announces $100M in-store renovation plan
Davenport-based Von Maur Department Store has announced it will invest more than $100 million for…
Five more chambers join Protect Illinois Hospitality group
Five local and regional Illinois chambers of commerce have joined the Protect Illinois Hospitality coalition…
