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Augustana among U.S. News most innovative institutions
Augustana College in Rock Island has been named one of the nation’s most innovative liberal arts colleges by U.S. News & World Report. The honor recognizes how the college is reshaping a classic liberal arts education to meet the needs…
QC Arts’ Maynard nominated to fill open RI third ward seat
Quad City Arts Executive Director Kevin Maynard has been nominated by Rock Island Mayor Mike…

IowaWORKS offers inclusive workplace event Feb. 29
IowaWORKS in Davenport invites local employers to learn the latest trends on creating an inclusive…

Rock Island awarded state grant for apprenticeships
Rock Island has been awarded a $195,000 grant as part of a state expansion of…

HNI Corp. reports 4Q, year-end earnings
MUSCATINE, Iowa – HNI Corporation announced sales of $2.434 billion and net income of $49.2…

Laughter, goldfish, fun on ‘90 Ideas in 90 Minutes’ menu
Quad Cities community and business leaders were treated to such pearls of wisdom as “it’s…

In the Works: February 2024 construction projects around the QC
The QCBJ’s In the Works feature spotlights new building construction, commercial additions and other renovation…

Rapid Bettendorf growth, state tax laws bring budget challenges
Balancing sound fiscal policies with rapid growth and the desires of residents to maintain a…

‘Building on momentum’ – East Moline revitalization plans on display
East Moline is making big plans for the future, and the city’s mayor loves what…

Support the MCSA Domestic Violence Shelter at annual gala
MUSCATINE, Iowa — The Muscatine Center for Social Action will host its 20th annual New…

WIU hosts virtual Graduate School Information Sessions
Thinking about going back to school? The Western Illinois University School of Graduate Studies will…

QC airport posts best January passenger numbers since 2020
Despite local operational challenges and systemwide cancellations caused by back-to-back snowstorms in January, the Quad…

Regents consider shuttering Tippie College of Business locations in Cedar Rapids, Davenport
The Iowa Board of Regents will decide on whether to close the Tippie College of…

CEO Wilson building ‘better foundation’ for chamber’s future
After an eventful 18 months as Quad Cities Chamber CEO, LaDrina Wilson is focused on…

American Queen Voyages ceases riverboat operations
American Queen Voyages (AQV), which operates riverboats on the Mississippi River and other waterways, has…

Wells Fargo closes downtown Davenport branch
Wells Fargo is in the midst of closing many of its bank branches across the…





