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Quad Cities Chamber seeks business award nominations for 2026
The Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce now is accepting nominations for its annual business awards to be presented at its 2026 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 5. The awards recognize organizations that make a significant impact in the Quad Cities…
AHA urges new first responders during American Heart Month
More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States each year, and during…

QC preparing for action on $12M film production studio
An ambitious Quad Cities project launched by Fresh Films to create a sprawling $12 million…

RI mayor lays out his vision for growing, inclusive city
Mayor Ashley Harris delivered a Rock Island State of the City address on Thursday, Jan.…

Mel Foster Co. celebrates 2025 performance, achievements
In a real estate market defined by cautious optimism, modest price growth, gradually increasing inventory,…

Upper Iowa, Happy Teacher partner on degree package
Upper Iowa University (UIU) is partnering with Happy Teacher Professional Development to offer educators an…

Bettendorf mayor’s State of City address set for Feb. 28
Bettendorf Mayor Bob Gallagher will give the annual State of the City address on Wednesday,…

Draft & Craft Beer Fest pours into QCCA Expo
Beer lovers are invited to raise a glass at the Draft & Craft Beer Festival…

Play trivia Feb. 27 with Rotary Club of Rock Island
The Rotary Club of Rock Island is inviting the community to its annual Trivia Night…

Clinton’s Bald Eagle Watch set for Saturday, Jan. 31
CLINTON, Iowa — The 42nd annual Clinton Bald Eagle Watch is set for Saturday, Jan.…

Junior Achievement seeking classroom volunteers
Junior Achievement of the Heartland is recruiting community members to volunteer in local classrooms this…

QC residents learn options for Centennial Bridge
A plan to replace or repair the aging Centennial Bridge could be finalized by the…

Collis expected to cut 51 jobs in Clinton
CLINTON, Iowa – A company in this community that could be cutting 51 jobs in…

Keith joins Iowa American Water in new development role
Ben Keith has joined Iowa American Water Company as its director of business development and government…

Find your Valentine gift at the Sweetheart Shop Hop
The Rock Island Downtown Alliance will host the Sweetheart Shop Hop from 10 a.m. to…

QCR delivers record 2025 income, strong Q4 results
QCR Holdings, Inc. reported quarterly net income of $35.7 million and diluted earnings per share…





