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Economy faces ‘headwinds,’ but there will be growth
The U.S. economy will continue to grow — and even somewhat prosper — this year and next year. This growth will happen even with rising inflation, changes in the labor force and the ongoing artificial intelligence revolution around the world.…
Ascentra groundbreaking brings hope to west Rock Island
Dozens of supporters and believers of west Rock Island gathered Thursday afternoon, May 22, to…

Mercado on Fifth celebrates 10 years of ‘passion and commitment’
There’s a sign inside the Mercado on Fifth building in Moline that states: “Everyone wins…

AirCare lands new permanent helipad in Davenport
The team of AirCare and University of Iowa Health Care leaders were on cloud nine…

Centennial Bridge options narrowed down to 3 plans by I-DOT
The next chapter in the life of the 85-year-old Centennial Bridge that connects Davenport and…

Aviation event will have $2.5 million impact on QC economy
Chloe Schrick was excited as she got ready for the next aviation test event on…

Why thousands flock to LeClaire, Iowa’s booming river town, each year
Sherri Gotter was having a great day as she visited stores along Cody Road. Her…

Project Gateway promises ‘generational transformation’ at QCIA
Almost on cue, a lone traveler pulled his roller suitcase across the brick flooring at…

Amazon Last Mile facility looks to hire 100 more employees
Amazon has big plans for the Quad Cities. The world’s largest online retailer is getting…

Choose Iowa grant helps plant Iowa-made products at Gas Spot in Davenport
A convenience store operator with Midwest roots has won a Choose Iowa grant to help…

Musco Lighting plans $17 million expansion in Muscatine
MUSCATINE, Iowa – The Musco Lighting company is planning a $17 million expansion project that…

Business helps keep hands of time moving
Mark Butterworth has a motto that has kept him and his business going for a…

Black Resources, Inc. celebrates inspiring ‘new possibilities’
A nonprofit group dedicated to helping local Black-owned businesses and showcasing resources in the community…

Micaela Booth: Turning tournament week into year-round community impact
Before Micaela Booth could clearly see the line of her career path, she knew the…

Andrea Talentino: Striving for ‘thoughtful leadership’
Andrea Talentino equates her job as president of Augustana College in Rock Island to leading…

Anshu Singh: Finding her place on the banks of the Mississippi River
Anshu Singh said she cannot imagine living somewhere without a river. “I feel so connected,”…





