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Davenport rolls out new round of housing rehab grants
The City of Davenport now is taking applications for the seventh round of funding available through the Davenport DREAM Project. Applications will be accepted through Friday, Aug. 29. Eligible homeowners could be awarded up to $20,000 through this project to…
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…

‘He believed in making a difference’
ELDRIDGE – William “Bill” Tubbs – the former owner of the North Scott Press newspaper…

‘They would be very proud of this’
Barbara Johnson said her parents – the late Jack and Pat Bush – would be…

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…

QCBJ’s Forty Under 40 honors next generation of QC leaders
“Being a good neighbor matters.” That’s the word from Augustana College President Andrea Talentino as…

Constellation reports near full power performance this summer
As the country endured yet another brutal summer of extended heatwaves and extreme weather brought…

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…
