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The former KONE tower in downtown Moline — built 60 years ago by Montgomery Elevator — will be converted into a testing hub for Hyprlift’s new ropeless elevator known as HYPR-1. CREDIT HYPRLIFT

Hyprlift to revive KONE tower to test next-gen elevator

On the cusp of bringing its next-generation elevator system to reality, Silicon Valley startup Hyprlift will borrow the Moline testing tower that industry pioneer Montgomery Elevator built more than 60 years ago. In the coming weeks, Hyprlift will begin renovations…

Double D Diner offers foodies a ‘fusion of classic comfort’

The Double D Diner on the west side of Davenport is a  “shining star” that…

Inspiring students – Ceremony welcomes Inspiration Center to QC

William Peck was having a lot of fun Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 15, at the Junior…

Pancheros opens in ‘booming’ part of Bettendorf

A busy section of Bettendorf just got busier with a new fast-food restaurant opening its…

Fair Oaks estimates Davenport production will begin in 2026

After restarting construction of a 150,000-square-foot production plant in Davenport that had been paused due…

D’Lua Taco Shop opens in downtown Bettendorf

A former McDonald’s fast food restaurant that has been empty for years is getting a…

‘Comfortable, cozy’ – Take Cover Tiki Club opens in Moline

Matt Lang wants people to visit downtown Moline so they can try a cosmopolitan, basil…

LandJet takes scenic route in its growth journey

Todd Kitzmann loves getting people to their destinations. For the past five years, he has…

Muscatine prepares for $7M indoor sports complex

MUSCATINE, Iowa – Construction has started on a new $7 million indoor sports complex in…

Siam Thai Cafe sends QC foodies on a culinary journey

Nan Bowe wants people to experience her native country, Thailand. For the past month, many…

Verde restaurant begins new chapter with new owner

The Verde restaurant in downtown Bettendorf offers more than just good food. It is pushing…

$20M health clinic almost ready to open in Muscatine

MUSCATINE, Iowa – An expanded and renewed $20 million health clinic is almost ready to…

QC students explore skilled trades at Arconic event

Jacob Staszewski says he’s on a great career path. For the past year or so,…

Muscatine memories: Dr. Kim gets ready for homecoming

MUSCATINE, Iowa – Dr. Jim Yong Kim – a former World Bank president, and current…

Celebrating 100 years of golf in the QC

“This is just a wonderful view.” That’s the word from John Panek, general manager and…

Saukie Golf Course gets ready for new $1 million clubhouse

John Gripp has some great memories of the Saukie Golf Course in Rock Island. He…