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Sandburg hosts Welcome to the Real World
More than 350 eighth graders from western Illinois will attend the “Welcome to the Real World and Career Exploration” event at Carl Sandburg College on Friday, Nov. 21. The immersive experience – a partnership between Sandburg, the University of Illinois…
Lainey Wilson concert finishes off 2024 John Deere Classic
Country music singer Lainey Wilson entertained the final crowd at the 2024 John Deere Classic…

QCBJ nomination deadline for Forty Under 40 awards extended to July 16
The Quad Cities Regional Business Journal is accepting nominations through Tuesday, July 16, for its…

Thompson runs away with JDC
Davis Thompson may be stoic and introverted to those who know him, but he plays…

Concerts on the Course: Counting Crows perform at JDC
The John Deere Classic isn’t just about great golf. It’s also about great music. The…

Thompson Leads Pack At JDC
Davis Thompson, coming off a tie for second in last week’s Rocket Mortgage Classic in…

JDC: Folds of Honor helps children of fallen heroes
This year’s John Deere Classic isn’t just about showcasing great golf. It’s also about honoring…

Fireworks always happening at John Deere Classic
Fireworks are always legal during a John Deere Classic. Even on the 5 th of…

Equipment Hill shows why Deere says ‘We Run for All’
Here in the heartland, John Deere tractors, construction equipment and the like are part of…

Iowa 80 Truckers Jamboree fest rolls in July 11-13
WALCOTT, Iowa – Get ready for trucks, food, music, fireworks and fun. The 45th annual…

Rafferty swings into new service role as JDC chair
In his profession as a funeral director, Kevin Rafferty is accustomed to being the one…

USO, John Deere join forces to expand support of military
As the nation marked its independence Thursday, July 4, John Deere and the USO celebrated…

QCBJ seeking nominations for Forty Under 40 awards
The Quad Cities Regional Business Journal is accepting nominations through Friday, July 12, for its…

JDC: 2,300 volunteers help make the tournament a success
For many Quad Citians, the John Deere Classic golf tournament is all about bringing great…

JDC looks at different dates for tournament
PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan said this week that discussions continue with Deere & Co.…

Springer goes down in JDC history with 59 in first round
Hayden Springer joined an elite group of PGA Tour golfers on Thursday, July 4, in…





