Packaging Equipment Road Show: 8/19/2026
Group O and Lantech are partnering to bring the Lantech Truck Blitz to you! This truck has the following packaging equipment: C300 Case Erector, C300 Case Sealer, & QL400XT Stretch Wrapper. All the equipment is fully functional so you can see live demos with easy accessibility to all equipment. This opportunity gives you a chance to show new packaging equipment to several people in your company. The Lantech Equipment Truck will be located at: Group O Corporate
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70 Years of Impact: Stories That Shape Junior Achievement: From JA Student to JA Volunteer
70 Years of Impact: Stories That Shape Junior Achievement: From JA Student to JA Volunteer As a junior in high school in 1977, I had no particular interest in business, but I did want to take advantage of extracurricular opportunities to learn, especially about how the adult world worked. One of those opportunities was Junior Achievement, which gave high school students the chance to form and run a miniature business. Our advisors, from Stanley Works (in New Britain, CT), helped us organize the company,
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Receives Silver Award from Sirva for Outstanding Service Performance
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Receives Silver Award from Sirva for Outstanding Service Performance DAVENPORT, IA – Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors has been awarded the Silver Real Estate Award by Sirva, a global leader in relocation and moving services. This prestigious recognition honors suppliers who have exceeded service level agreement (SLA) targets and are dedicated to providing our customers with high levels of service. “Congratulations to you and your amazing team for the exceptional expertise and professionalism!
News Release: 8/10/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Patti McRae, Executive Director Quad City Animal Welfare Center patti@qcawc.org Quad City Animal Welfare Center Celebrates 20th Annual Mutt Strut MILAN, IL — The Quad City Animal Welfare Center (QCAWC) invites animal lovers and their four-legged friends to celebrate the 20th Annual Mutt Strut on Sunday, September 6, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m. at Camden Park in Milan, Illinois, during the Milan Harvest Festival. This year's celebration will feature a casual
Major Grants Available for Mississippi River–focused community projects
Quad Cities Community Foundation QC River Connections Grants represent a growing effort to support nonprofits working to improve river health, expand access to nature, strengthen neighborhoods, and deepen community connections to the Mississippi River. Made possible by the Walton Family Foundation and guided by the Clean River Advisory Council (C-RAC), the grants consist of two programs. The first, which opens August 1, makes $100,000 available specifically for youth programming that is river-focused.
Jessica VanDyke of VQC honored with Forty Under 40 Award
Quad Cities, IL/IA (July 21, 2026) - Visit Quad Cities is proud to share that Jessica VanDyke, Business Growth & Sports Manager, Visit Quad Cities, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Quad Cities Business Journal Forty Under 40 Award among others who have made a great impact in the region. This annual recognition honors 40 emerging leaders under the age of 40 who have made an impact with their organization and the Quad Cities through professional achievement, leadership, and civic
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Visit Quad Cities announces FY2026-2027 Board of Directors
Quad Cities, IL/IA (July 9, 2026) - Visit Quad Cities has announced their FY2026-2027 Board of Directors. Neil Dahlstrom will serve as Board Chair, succeeding Jennifer Sautter. Dahlstrom has served on the Board since 2022. He currently leads Heritage Marketing for John Deere and is Deere’s official archivist, serving the company for over twenty-five years.“I am thrilled to lead this organization as it continues to make a positive impact on the Quad Cities,” said Neil Dahlstrom, Board Chair, Visit Quad
Black Hawk College, The Mockingbird announce new theatre partnership
MOLINE – Black Hawk College and The Mockingbird are proud to announce a new, ongoing partnership dedicated to producing professional-caliber theatre that is accessible, educational and deeply connected to the community. This collaboration brings together Black Hawk College’s commitment to student opportunity and learning with The Mockingbird’s mission to create bold, meaningful storytelling rooted in both classic and contemporary works. The partnership will offer students, emerging artists and community
THE GROUP OB-GYN SPECIALISTS REAFFIRM COMMITMENT TO WOMEN’S HEALTH CARE IN CLINTON
THE GROUP OB-GYN SPECIALISTS REAFFIRM COMMITMENT TO WOMEN’S HEALTH CARE IN CLINTONClinton, IA (May 22, 2026): As labor and delivery services in Clinton, IA, transition, The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C. wants women and families in Clinton and surrounding communities to know that compassionate, experienced women’s health care remains close to home. The Group continues to provide OB-GYN services in Clinton one day each week at its satellite clinic located within Quality Care Clinic and
How to Plan, Promote, and Profit from Seasonal Campaigns
The Power of Timed Opportunity In the Quad Cities region, small businesses have always thrived on community connection and creative marketing. Seasonal promotions—whether around holidays, local events, or weather-driven shifts—can amplify that connection and bring in valuable new customers. But making the most of these opportunities takes planning, consistency, and a touch of strategy.Quick Insight Small businesses that prepare ahead, align their promotions with community rhythms, and refresh visuals
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Named the 2026 CIH | Leads Network Excellence Award Winner by Anywhere Leads
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors has been named the 2026 CIH | Leads Network Excellence Award winner by Anywhere Leads for its outstanding performance during the past year. Anywhere Leads is a dedicated organization within Anywhere Real Estate Inc., the largest full-service residential real estate services company in the United States, focused on delivering high-quality leads to its affiliated brokers and agents in the Anywhere Leads Network. The Diamond Award is one of three Excellence Awards presented to Select
NAI Ruhl Commercial Company Releases QC Commercial Real Estate Market Report
NAI Ruhl Commercial Company Releases Quad Cities Commercial Real Estate Market Report Highlighting a More Disciplined, Opportunity-Driven Environment Quad Cities (May 5, 2026) – NAI Ruhl Commercial Company has released its 2026 Commercial Real Estate Market Report, providing a comprehensive look at current conditions and trends shaping the Quad Cities region. The report finds that while the market remains active, it has entered a more selective and disciplined phase compared to recent years. The report
Report: Black Hawk College and its students add more than $291M to local economy
Black Hawk College has released new findings from a comprehensive economic impact study showing the college contributed nearly $291 million in total income to the local economy during the 2023-24 fiscal year. The study, conducted by Lightcast, demonstrates the college's significant return on investment to its major stakeholder groups – students, taxpayers, society and employers. “This report makes clear that Black Hawk College is more than a place of learning,” said Dr. Jeremy Thomas, President of
American Power Systems, Inc. Marks 20 Years of Vehicle Power Innovation
Two decades of power conversion and distribution solutions trusted on 10,000+ vehicles worldwide—serving defense, security, commercial, marine, and specialty platforms.American Power Systems, Inc. (APS), a Davenport, Iowa-based manufacturer specializing in power conversion and distribution systems for armored, security, commercial, marine, and purpose-built specialty vehicles, marked its 20th anniversary with a ribbon-cutting coordinated by the Quad Cities Chamber at its headquarters on April 8,
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The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C., and Rock Valley Physical Therapy combine forces to better women’s health
The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C., and Rock Valley Physical Therapy combine forces to better women’s health Two of the Quad Cities’ finest and longest-serving healthcare entities have alignedto better serve the needs of women across the two-state region. Rock Valley Physical Therapy, founded in 1984 and featuring 60-plus clinics across Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota, will open a clinic within The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C., providing pelvic floor
THE GROUP OB-GYN ANNOUNCES 2024 EXPANSION
THE GROUP OB-GYN ANNOUNCES 2024 EXPANSIONDavenport, IA (July 31, 2024): The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C.has announced an expansion in 2024 at their current location on the corner of Eastern and 53rd. The addition and some interior renovations will provide approximately 7,300 sq. ft. of additional space. Construction is scheduled to begin on July 30, 2024, and is expected to take approximately 12 months to complete. The new building design will enhance the patient experience and improve
THE GROUP OB-GYN PRACTICE OPENS OB-GYN SATELLITE CLINIC LOCATION IN CLINTON
[Davenport, Iowa, May 1, 2024] The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C. opened a NEW Clinton OB-GYN satellite clinic within Quality Care Clinic and Surgery Center at 2745 Lincoln Hwy, Clinton, IA 52732. Comprised of physicians, certified nurse midwives, advanced nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, The Group specializes in obstetrics, gynecology, and women’s health and offers services from first visits to pregnancy and menopause.We are excited to introduce new Clinton area OB-GYN
REVIVE AT THE GROUP MED SPA ANNOUNCES 2023 EXPANSION
Davenport, IA (August 19, 2022) Revive at The Group Med Spa announced that it is expanding again in 2023, growing into the tenant space adjacent to Revive’s current location. Revive will soon occupy Suite 100 and Suite 200 on the corner of Eastern and 53rd in Davenport. With the addition of Suite 200, along with renovations made to the existing med spa building, Revive is looking at 2,060 sq. ft. of additional space. The expansion will include converting the current med spa multi-purpose room into
REVIVE AT THE GROUP MED SPA NAMED FASTEST GROWING BUSINESS BY THE QUAD CITIES REGIONAL BUSINESS JOURNAL
Quad Cities Regional Business Journal FULL ARTICLE Davenport, IA (August 9, 2022) – Revive at The Group Med Spa, announced that it has been named the fastest-growing company during the Quad Cities Regional Business Journal’s inaugural Fastest Growing Companies for 2022 banquet. The list recognizes the fastest-growing companies in the Quad City area from 2019 to 2021. “We are honored to be nominated alongside many QC area companies and leaders,” said Dave Larson, Business Administrator at The Group.
GROUP PHYSICIAN DR. KENNETH NAYLOR PRESENTED WITH GENESIS DISTINGUISHED COLLEAGUE AWARD FOR QUALITY CARE
On Tuesday, February 23rd, the Genesis Health System Engagement Team presented Dr. Kenneth Naylor, physician of The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C. with the Genesis Distinguished Colleague Award for Quality Care. This award comes from nominations provided by The Group and Genesis physician colleagues, the Genesis birthing unit, and the gynecological surgery division, who have all benefited from having Dr. Naylor as a leader and mentor for over 30 years.Dr. Naylor is highly accessible to
