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Davenport club marks 85 years of optimism

“Promise yourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.” That is the opening line of the Optimist Creed. It was first heard in the Quad Cities following the Nov. 20, 1940, chartering of what would…

On-the-job learning can make life at home richer

Think about the last time you learned something new on the job. Maybe it was…

Escape the alcohol-induced fog during Mental Health Awareness Month

We all know about Dry January, but let’s talk about giving up alcohol this May…

Nonprofits are an undeniable economic driver

Nonprofits are an undeniable economic driver — the more than 4,000 Quad Cities nonprofits make…

The Art of Aging: Take control of your future by being proactive

“The process of maturing is an art to be learned, an effort to be sustained,”…

Community Veterans Engagement Board works to ensure no vet falls through the cracks

As we celebrate the six-year anniversary of the Quad Cities Community Veterans Engagement Board (CVEB)…

IowaWORKS: Meeting your hiring needs

In today’s competitive job market, employers need effective and efficient resources to find skilled employees. …