Opinion
A fitting tribute to Robert Ontiveros
A 2007 study by the Manhattan Institute found that fewer schools are being named after people. Instead, more schools are being named after local areas or natural features such as hills, trees or animals. The researchers said these changes raise…
Evicted exhibit sheds light on growing crisis, encourages action
We often view life through two metaphoric lenses: mirrors of conscience and windows of opportunity.…
What do Deere layoffs portend?
The uncertain agricultural economy, higher interest rates and pesky inflation no doubt have contributed to…
Von Maur continues to grow
The Quad Cities and beyond should be taking notice and appreciating that one of its…
Penny for your thoughts with Iowa State Treasurer
Where does 007 invest his money? In a bond market. I can hear the groans…
IowaWORKS strives to fill high demand jobs
With a struggling economy and the ongoing recovery from the COVID shutdown, communities continue to…
$800 million data center has merit
There is much discussion about the merits of massive data centers like the $800 million…
Safety-focused union contractors build community IMPACT
On June 6, the Illowa Construction Labor and Management Council celebrated a remarkable record of…
St. Ambrose joins unique partnership with Mount Mercy
It has been reported frequently in the media that the higher education business model is…
On-the-job learning can make life at home richer
Think about the last time you learned something new on the job. Maybe it was…
Organized retail theft: Criminals target many stores in region
“It isn’t just shoplifting, and it is more than professional shoplifting.” That was the theme…
Project Gateway – investing in the QCIA
Airports are in an arms race to be more accommodating to travelers and thus more…
Escape the alcohol-induced fog during Mental Health Awareness Month
We all know about Dry January, but let’s talk about giving up alcohol this May…
Nonprofits are an undeniable economic driver
Nonprofits are an undeniable economic driver — the more than 4,000 Quad Cities nonprofits make…
A path to passenger rail
There’s no time to bask in the glory of the completed Interstate 74 Bridge that…
Designing Augustana College’s future
Since January, I’ve joined a team of nine Augustana College campus leaders to envision the…
