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Iowa State University brings cutting-edge tools to the region’s shop floor
Iowa State University has planted new roots in the Quad Cities, giving manufacturers access to its advanced research and development tools while also serving as a training ground for students preparing for tomorrow’s careers. Known as the Quad Cities Smart…
Royal Neighbors of America reports record impact in 2025
Royal Neighbors of America, a Quad Cities-based fraternal life insurance organization, has announced that its…

Pop The Cork welcomes wine fans, visitors to downtown Moline
There’s a large wall decoration inside the new Pop The Cork wine lounge in downtown…

Employment law update event set for the QC
A half-day education event focusing on employment law will be held in Davenport later this…

Nation’s small businesses invited to join SBA ‘Freedom 250’ pledge
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is inviting small business owners nationwide to join in…

Youth will be served at upcoming John Deere Classic
The upcoming John Deere Classic golf tournament will feature the next generation of outstanding young…

Grow QC report: Inflation slows consumer spending
In its latest market report, Grow Quad Cities said that consumer spending nationally had its…

Choose Iowa Farm Crawl spotlights state’s agriculture industry
The Choose Iowa Farm Crawl will return for a second year this month showcasing the…

Iowa’s housing market sees rising momentum
Iowa’s housing market saw a rise in momentum throughout May, fueled by increased inventory and…

Vet TalkX examines hiring barriers facing veterans, urges employers to recruit them
That perfect job candidate might already exist in your hiring pool, but perhaps you don’t…

Iowa Workforce Development launching $4.7 million manufacturing training grant
Iowa Workforce Development is launching a new statewide grant program aimed at addressing skilled labor…

Quad Cities Chamber seeks business award nominations for 2026
The Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce now is accepting nominations for its annual business awards…

The multi-generational workplace: How younger workers are shifting office culture
With multiple generations now working side by side — including Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials…

Davenport Junior Theatre names Jessica Sheridan as artistic director
Davenport Junior Theatre, Inc. has appointed Jessica Sheridan as its new managing artistic director, the…

Iowa unemployment rate falls to 3.2% in May
Iowa’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 3.2% in May, down from 3.3% in April and 3.6%…

News Guild demanding fair contract from Lee Enterprises
Journalists at two Wisconsin newspapers owned by Davenport-based Lee Enterprises are demanding fair pay as…





