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New IHMVCU financial center to open in Bettendorf’s Plex
A new IHMVCU credit union is scheduled to open later this year in the fast-growing business district in northern Bettendorf called The Plex. The Bettendorf Competition Drive Financial Center will be IHMVCU’s 14th location. It marks a major milestone in…
‘Really fun cars’ – Heartland British Autofest attracts Brit fans
LECLAIRE, Iowa – Thomas Trodglen, of Milan, looked over a 1974 Mini Cooper S that…

LeClaire, Port Byron get ready for Tugfest celebration
It’s almost time for LeClaire, Iowa, and Port Byron, Illinois, to restart their annual tug-of-war…

Bettendorf transit driver among Iowa’s top drivers of 2024
The Iowa Public Transit Association (IPTA) has chosen Bettendorf Transit driver Karen Carsell-Laake as one…

Staff changes announced at Empowering Abilities
Empowering Abilities in Davenport recently announced changes in its administrative staff. Katy Decker, a 27-year…

Robot, AI to help Happy Joe’s make modern memories
The half-century-old Happy Joe’s brand is preparing to make “magical memories” in some very modern…

Clinton business honored for family legacy, service
CLINTON, Iowa – Chad Jensen is a businessman who appreciates the past, but is also…

Doris & Victor Day grants $800,500 to 44 organizations
Forty-four Quad Cities community organizations will be awarded a total of $800,500 this year from…

UnityPoint Bettendorf, Muscatine win stroke care award
UnityPoint Health – Trinity Bettendorf and Muscatine were honored with the American Heart Association’s Get…

Two doctors will join staff at Orthopaedic Specialists
Fellowship-trained joint replacement specialists Dr. Craig Moe and Dr. Brian McGowan are joining the robotic…

Live music returns to Moline’s Historic Block Courtyard
The upcoming Chillin’ in the Courtyard celebrations will bring music, food, and fun back to…

Davenport schools, fire stations partner on school supply drive
The Davenport Community School District and the Davenport Fire Department are teaming up on a…

Bank of America provides free admission to Figge
Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive free general…

Silvis to hosts Summer Fest on Saturday, Aug. 3
Downtown Silvis will be bustling with activity on Saturday, Aug. 3, as the city’s Summer…

Scavenger Hunt supports work of Empowering Abilities
Empowering Abilities will hold a fun, family-friendly Scavenger Hunt fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 24 starting…

St. Ambrose partners with other colleges to expand access
St. Ambrose University in Davenport and Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, are poised…
