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Figge expands museum access; will help feed hungry
The Figge Art Museum is offering free admission for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cardholders to help increase high-quality museum access for individuals and families of all backgrounds. In addition to expanding its role in…
WIU recognized for social mobility by Wall Street Journal
Western Illinois University has been recognized by the Wall Street Journal for its commitment to…
Bettendorf to hold first ever public safety open house Oct. 4
The Bettendorf Police and Fire departments will host the inaugural Public Safety Open House from…
Aligning industry & education to build tomorrow’s workforce
Local industry is facing a challenge that’s too familiar – finding skilled, dependable workers who…
Ice problem forces Taylor Swift tribute band to perform at Rust Belt
The Taylor Swift tribute band Blank Space will move its weekend performance to the…
With Edgar’s death, nation lost true statesman, caring leader
There are traits that we hope our elected officials have or at least aspire to:…
$50.6B transportation plan could put QC passenger rail on track
Local leaders are celebrating the inclusion of $388.8 million for Quad Cities passenger rail in…
Q&A: Lysa Hegland, president, CEO, JA of the Heartland
A month into her tenure as Junior Achievement of the Heartland’s new president and CEO,…
Nelson built lasting legacy at JA of the Heartland
When Dougal Nelson retires from Junior Achievement of the Heartland this week, the visionary CEO…
City of Rock Island plans open house set Saturday
The City of Rock Island will hold the 2nd Annual Open House from 10 a.m.…
QCAR extends deadline for ADU design contest to Oct. 15
The Quad Cities Area REALTORs (QCAR) has extended the deadline for its new Accessory Dwelling…
Moline gets set to welcome four new retail stores
Four new retail stores are taking shape in and near a former Hy-Vee grocery store,…
Shive-Hattery acquires Houston-based Montgomery Roth
Shive-Hattery is expanding its footprint in the nation’s Southwest with its recent acquisition of Montgomery…
Learn Medicare options in time for 2026 enrollment season
CLINTON, Iowa – An insurance specialist with Huiskamp Collins Investments, Davenport, will help seniors better…
Khaliq family again sponsors NAMI Walks 2025
For the third consecutive year, NAMI Greater Mississippi Valley announced Malik and K Khaliq and…
MercyOne president and CEO Ritz to retire
MercyOne President and CEO Robert “Bob” Ritz has announced his retirement effective Jan. 2, 2026.…
