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Groups celebrate manufacturing during QC visit

The manufacturing world – with its thousands of jobs – is evolving rapidly, but is still the backbone of the Illinois economy.  That was one of the top messages delivered by manufacturing association leaders and area employers Friday, Oct. 10,…

January In the Works

The QCBJ’s In the Works feature spotlights new building construction, commercial additions and other renovation…

Bi-State seeks input on Thrive 2055 transportation plan

As it plans for transportation needs in the Quad Cities’ future, the Bi-State Regional Commission…

Bi-State Regional Commission Thrive 2055 Long-range transportation plan Quad Cities

Iowa Center to expand business services in Muscatine

MUSCATINE, Iowa – The Iowa Center recently announced a contract award from the U.S. Small…

Micky’s almost ready to open in Davenport

Micky’s Irish Pub is scheduled to open in downtown Davenport on or around Saturday, Feb.…

‘Positive energy’ – River Bandits donate $50,000 to help kids

The Quad Cities River Bandits baseball organization is delivering “ripples of positive energy” to the…

Sorensen to serve on Armed Services, key subcommittees

U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Moline, whose 17th Congressional District includes the Rock Island Arsenal, has…

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Jan. 30 forum explores Alzheimer’s impact on rural Iowans 

The Alzheimer’s Association Iowa Chapter will host a virtual community forum next week to discuss…

Life Breads Bakery closes storefront

Life Breads Gluten-Free Bakery has permanently closed its storefront business at 1509 Harrison St., Davenport.…

United Way’s free tax assistance locations open Feb. 1

United Way Quad Cities (UWQC) now is accepting appointments for its annual free tax assistance…

Halpin to chair Senate Committee on Education Appropriations

State Senator Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, is the new chair of the Illinois Senate Committee…

Senate Education Appropriations Committee chairman

QCBJ Newsmakers: Stakeholders prepare to tackle NorthPark study

This story is part of the QCBJ’s annual Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up by the…

NorthPark Mall

Little Rock Nine isn’t Black, white history, it’s U.S. history

Sixty-seven years after the Little Rock Nine was escorted by armed soldiers from the 101st…

QC farm show highlights new products, traditional tools

Kanon Howe was having a great time at the 2025 Quad Cities Farm and Equipment…

Honkamp announces three new principals

Honkamp, P.C. has announced the addition of three new principals to the Iowa-based firm, including…

Honkamp PC principals Quad Cities Top 10 Accounting Today

River Bandits announce coaching staff, new manager

The Quad Cities River Bandits, in conjunction with the Kansas City Royals, have announced their…