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RDA awards $2.27M in grants, launches ‘Transformational Initiatives’ 

  The Regional Development Authority (RDA) Board approved 69 fall grant awards totaling $2,278,448 at its meeting Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Rhythm City Casino Resort, Davenport. The funding supports a diverse range of community development efforts focusing on economic development,…

Beyond music, fun, Mercado a living entrepreneurial lab

For many of its fans, Mercado on Fifth is all about the music, entertainment, food…

Elm Street Apothecary opens in NorthPark Mall

Erica McGee began her journey with holistic health in her grandmother’s small house. That house…

Linda and J. Randolph Lewis wing created at Figge Art Museum 

A Davenport couple have donated their art collection to the Figge Art Museum, establishing The…

EICC welcomes new vice chancellor for workforce development

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) appointed Ashlee Spannagel as the new vice chancellor for workforce…

Terracon named Design Firm of the Year by ENR Midwest 

Terracon Consultants Inc., which grew from a single office in Iowa six decades ago into…

AC to host QC’s largest live comedy event of the year Aug. 15-18

Alternating Currents (AC) is preparing for what festival organizers call “the region’s largest live comedy…

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Grand opening set for June 19 for MLK Park

The new MLK Park in downtown Davenport is about to get an official welcome to…

Moline Police seek public input about department accreditation

The Moline Police Department is asking the public’s input as part of an assessment for…

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In the Works: June 2024 construction projects around the QC

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

QC business reps learn more about the AI world

When it comes to using artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the workplace, John Maring has…

Tech company donates 50 computers to YMCA

Solutions Management Group, a  technology company based in Davenport, has donated 50 preowned desktop computers…

Western Illinois Bancshares adds Rock Island accounting firm

MONMOUTH, Illinois – Western Illinois Bancshares, Inc. (WIBI), a diversified financial services holding company, has…

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As deadline nears, UnitedHealthCare, Genesis still at odds

UnitedHealthcare is in contract negotiations that, if unresolved, would make Genesis and MercyOne health care…

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CASI hosts first summer concert Thursday

The Center for Active Seniors Inc. (CASI) is hosting the first of its summer concert…

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Iowa 80 Truckstop hosts Hawkeye Meet & Greet

WALCOTT, Iowa – The Iowa 80 Truckstop will host a Meet & Greet with several…

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