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Seminar crowd told: ‘The rail project is happening’
A Chicago-to-Moline passenger rail line might become a reality in a few years. A new or updated Centennial Bridge is moving forward. And all five Quad Cities are working on major road projects. Those were some of the top points…
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…

In the Works: February 2024 construction projects around the QC
The QCBJ’s In the Works feature spotlights new building construction, commercial additions and other renovation…

Rapid Bettendorf growth, state tax laws bring budget challenges
Balancing sound fiscal policies with rapid growth and the desires of residents to maintain a…

‘Building on momentum’ – East Moline revitalization plans on display
East Moline is making big plans for the future, and the city’s mayor loves what…

Support the MCSA Domestic Violence Shelter at annual gala
MUSCATINE, Iowa — The Muscatine Center for Social Action will host its 20th annual New…

WIU hosts virtual Graduate School Information Sessions
Thinking about going back to school? The Western Illinois University School of Graduate Studies will…

QC airport posts best January passenger numbers since 2020
Despite local operational challenges and systemwide cancellations caused by back-to-back snowstorms in January, the Quad…

Regents consider shuttering Tippie College of Business locations in Cedar Rapids, Davenport
The Iowa Board of Regents will decide on whether to close the Tippie College of…

CEO Wilson building ‘better foundation’ for chamber’s future
After an eventful 18 months as Quad Cities Chamber CEO, LaDrina Wilson is focused on…





