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Former EICC leader will be interim college president in Des Moines
The former interim chancellor of Eastern Iowa Community Colleges is about to start another new chapter in his life. Liang Chee Wee was recently named the new interim president at Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC). He will begin his…
‘Leadership odyssey’ – Latino program graduates its first class
Kelly Lao told a story to her fellow graduates of a new Latino leadership program…

Rayapati: Balanced vision helping Moline create brighter future
Moline Mayor Sangeetha Rayapati in her State of the City Address today celebrated a year…

Peeler receives Northwestern Mutual’s service award
Tanner Peeler, a financial planning specialist from Davenport, is among the professionals that Northwestern Mutual…

Mission BBQ donates $347K to Wreaths Across America group
The restaurant chain Mission BBQ has donated $347,068 to the national nonprofit Wreaths Across America…

Banking on wheels: DuTrac ‘Mobile Branch’ hits the road in QC
Sherrie Keating was recently at a gas station fueling up DuTrac Community Credit Union’s newest…

QCBJ to host Health Care Symposium March 20
Learn about the many changes sweeping the health care landscape as the QCBJ hosts its…

Bowl-A-Thon raises money this weekend for Junior Achievement
Quad Citians are lacing up their bowling shoes this weekend for the annual Junior Achievement…

Modern Woodmen Park vying for ‘Best Minor League Ballpark’
Modern Woodmen Park in Davenport is at the top of the leaderboard in its quest…

Combine Steakhouse closes in East Moline’s Bend
The Combine Steakhouse, 910 Bend Blvd., East Moline, has permanently closed. The restaurant, located in…

EICC partners with Mount Mercy on nursing program
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges is partnering with Mount Mercy University to provide an easy transfer…

QC Arts’ Maynard nominated to fill open RI third ward seat
Quad City Arts Executive Director Kevin Maynard has been nominated by Rock Island Mayor Mike…

IowaWORKS offers inclusive workplace event Feb. 29
IowaWORKS in Davenport invites local employers to learn the latest trends on creating an inclusive…

Rock Island awarded state grant for apprenticeships
Rock Island has been awarded a $195,000 grant as part of a state expansion of…

HNI Corp. reports 4Q, year-end earnings
MUSCATINE, Iowa – HNI Corporation announced sales of $2.434 billion and net income of $49.2…

Laughter, goldfish, fun on ‘90 Ideas in 90 Minutes’ menu
Quad Cities community and business leaders were treated to such pearls of wisdom as “it’s…





