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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 and Generation Z — companies are being forced to rethink traditional workplace norms. Millennials and Gen Zworkers now make up the majority of the labor…

IWD grants assist Iowa employers creating internships

Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) has opened a new round of grant funding aimed at helping…

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Niabi Zoo awarded $527,800 grant for education projects 

Niabi Zoo in Coal Valley has been awarded a $527,800 Open Space Land Acquisition and…

2026: A Look Ahead in Business

As global financial experts share their 2026 economic forecasts, it’s easy to see what led…

Rock Island Library challenges readers to ‘Escape to Book Island’ 

The Rock Island Public Library is offering a fun incentive to beat the winter blues…

Mel Foster school offers Iowa pre-license series

Mel Foster Co. School of Real Estate has opened registration for its Iowa pre-license real…

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Moline Kiwanis boost students’ news exposure

The Kiwanis Club of Moline is helping to raise Moline students’ knowledge of the world…

River Bandits bring back manager for second season

Jesus Azuaje will return for his second season as manager of the Quad Cities River…

Quad City River Bandits manager Jesus Azuaje

QC Farm Show showcases services, new equipment

Young Elijah Nelson was having a great time at the 2026 Quad Cities Farm and…

Over-the-year November QC jobless rate down, IDES reports

The over-the-year Quad Cities unemployment rate decreased by -0.1% to 5% in November, making it…

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Hy-Vee donates $18,445 to local food bank

A group of Hy-Vee grocery store officials arrived at the River Bend Food Bank in…

RI Mayor Harris to offer inaugural State of the City on Jan. 29

Rock Island Mayor Ashley Harris will deliver his 2026 State of the City Address on…

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2026: A Look Ahead in Business

As global financial experts share their 2026 economic forecasts, it’s easy to see what led…

Concerned Citizens to discuss proposed power plant

Concerned Citizens of Scott County will hold a public meeting to discuss the potential impacts…

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Vibrant Credit Union launches Be The Good Foundation

Vibrant Credit Union recently started the Be The Good Foundation, a philanthropic initiative designed to…

IMEG rebrand shines light on Architectural Lighting Studio

Quad Cities-based IMEG has rebranded its architectural lighting services and Illuminating Concepts division into a…

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