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MCC tech center training next generation of workers
MUSCATINE — Brook Busch has a career goal in mind — she wants to be a welder. “To me, welding is an art, not a job. … I just love it,” the 30-year-old Muscatine woman said. Ms. Busch is currently…
‘War’ for workers continues for many QC area employers
It was a cold, gray, snowy morning in Davenport on Wednesday, Nov. 16. And it…
Festival of Trees delivers ‘fun feeling’ to thousands
The 37th annual Festival of Trees – the holiday celebration that helps usher in the…
Drought a growing problem for QC businesses, farmers
When considering the most complex concerns demanding headlines in 2022, Tom Heinold of the U.S.…
Deere earnings rise as sales increase 37% in 4Q
Moline-based Deere & Co. announced sales rose 37% in the fourth quarter as the equipment…
Anamaria Rocha leaves Mercado after record-breaking 2022
Anamaria Rocha, the executive director who just led a record-breaking season for Moline’s Mercado on…
‘Tis the season to ‘Keep It QC’ and shop local
From retailers to restaurateurs, efforts are well underway in the six-county Quad Cities region to…
Emergency services at a crossroads
A month ago, Scott County officials decided to investigate making emergency medical services into a…
Community of shops springs up at Colliers’ Root 67
LeCLAIRE — As customers entered the Root 67 shops during last month’s opening of the…
Wholly Grinds spurs ‘a lot of excitement’ in Rock Island
There’s a small sign in the new Wholly Grinds Coffee Shop in Rock Island that…
Life Breads bakery opening delayed until 2023
The opening of a new bakery in the Hilltop Campus Village neighborhood of Davenport has…
Visit QC reports tourism rebound; need for telling the region’s story
Tourism chief Dave Herrell was not afraid to say it – the Quad Cities needs…
Clinton celebrates ‘game-changer’ year
CLINTON, Iowa – New and expanded businesses. New and more housing. More jobs. More opportunities.…
QC, business community join to help Jackie Celske get her ‘miracle’
One thing Jackie Celske said she has learned during a long, painful healthcare journey is…
Last Picture House theater will be ‘a real gem’ for Davenport
Get your drinks and popcorn. The show is about to begin. That’s the hope of…
Boetje’s inducted into Illinois Made Program
Quad Cities original Boetje’s is among 30 small Illinois businesses, or “Makers,” to be recognized…