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Ascentra groundbreaking brings hope to west Rock Island

Dozens of supporters and believers of west Rock Island gathered Thursday afternoon, May 22, to celebrate not only the launch of a new Ascentra Credit Union branch but a new beginning for the long underserved neighborhood.  Gathered on the construction…

FAME chapter looks to train next generation of workers

Keith Pearl is facing stressful days thinking about the workforce needs of his company –…

‘Out of Plain Sight’ hits the screen at River Action event

As Quad Cities environmental advocate Kathy Wine watched the documentary “Out of Plain Sight” on…

Lawmakers discuss property taxes, workforce, homeless problem

Iowa lawmakers gave their views on property taxes, helping the state’s workforce and tackling the…

Dave & Buster’s brings ‘eatery-tainment’ to Davenport

The new Dave & Buster’s in Davenport is more than an all-in-one entertainment destination that…

QC Farm Show showcases services, new equipment

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

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…

Sweet dreams: QC welcomes back Chocolate Manor

The owners of the Chocolate Manor in downtown Davenport hope people are in the mood…

Flip’s Pancake House turns to Rock Island to expand

Madison Witherspoon was busy serving up a plate of pancakes to customers during her first…

‘Muscatine momentum’ builds with MUSCO Sports Center 

MUSCATINE, Iowa – The new $7.5 million MUSCO Sports Center here isn’t just a place…

Duck Creek Tire & Service opens in ‘amazing building’

The new Duck Creek Tire & Service site in northern Bettendorf is open for business…

Mayor, council get set for big jobs in Davenport

Davenport Mayor Jason Gordon “set the stage” on Tuesday, Jan. 6, for upcoming city government…

Notable Iowa laws will take effect New Year’s Day 2026

Though Iowa lawmakers approved 176 bills in 2025 and Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed most…

Illinois DOT ready to do what it takes to win QC passenger rail

The QCBJ devotes Newsmakers series to looking back on some of the biggest and most…

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After pivotal year, Grow QC, chamber seek more in 2026

As the bi-state region enters 2026, the Quad Cities Chamber and its Grow Quad Cities…

Grow Quad Cities Quad Cities Chamber

State 18 brings ‘good vibes’ to downtown Bettendorf

State 18 – a new bar that features a golf simulator and an outdoor patio…