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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 when people get an opportunity to show what they can do.” That’s a quote from the late Robert “Bob” Ontiveros, the longtime businessman and philanthropist…
‘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…
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…
State 18 brings ‘good vibes’ to downtown Bettendorf
State 18 – a new bar that features a golf simulator and an outdoor patio…
New state laws will impact Illinois businesses, families
Of the 300 Illinois state laws set to go into effect Jan. 1, 2026, one…
