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Women in Manufacturing Summit at Black Hawk College shows girls their place in blue-collar careers
For years, Paul Smith has been trying to change the face of manufacturing — one student at a time. Recently, he had about 100 of them to work with. “I hope they get the bug for these manufacturing jobs. They’re…
Lee Enterprises reports strong digital growth in the first quarter
Davenport-based newspaper publisher Lee Enterprises on Thursday, March 2, released its preliminary first quarter fiscal…
UnityPoint Health to explore merger with Presbyterian Healthcare
Another healthcare system merger could be in the works. New Mexico-based Presbyterian Healthcare Services and…
Giving way of life for QCBJ 90 Ideas in 90 Minutes leaders
“Take risks,” “give back to your community,” “choose growth over fear,” and “wear pink lipstick,”…
Health officials: MercyOne-Genesis deal will help community
“Together, we are stronger.” That’s the top message from Bob Ritz, president and CEO of…
Auto Show time: ‘Everybody’s excited this year’
The 29th annual Quad City Regional Auto Show is taking shape. The show, which will…
WIU hosts free tax prep events
Western Illinois University-Quad Cities, in partnership with United Way of the Quad Cities, is now…
Ascentra raises $16,900 for local Salvation Armies
Through its annual Ride 50 auto loan promotion, Ascentra Credit Union and its members raised…
Merger complete: Genesis Health joins MercyOne
Davenport-based Genesis Health System has merged with not-for-profit health system MercyOne. Genesis and MercyOne officials…
Hammond-Henry Hospital prepares to unveil new medical lab
GENESEO, Illinois – It’s one thing for a hospital to undertake construction of a new…
Genesis Hospice among top 5% in the nation for quality performance
Genesis Hospice has earned a national award for ranking in the top 5% for hospice…
Learn strategies to grow from GrowthCLUB
Registration is still open for GrowthCLUB’s upcoming business workshop in Davenport. Marcia Erickson, an action…
Construction begins on Metronet’s network in Moline
Metronet has begun construction on Moline’s 100% fiber optic network. Metronet’s fully funded multimillion-dollar investment…
Bowl-A-Thon raises money to support Junior Achievement
More than 1,000 bowlers helped raise thousands of dollars during the 40th annual Junior Achievement…
Western Illinois rural broadband receives boost
High-speed internet connectivity in Western Illinois took a step in the right direction last week.…
Wilson Lofts renovation nears completion
CLINTON, Iowa – The historic Wilson Building in downtown Clinton is almost ready for its…