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Building a Stronger Future: South Central and Mississippi Valley Workforce Development Boards to Merge
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Building a Stronger Future: South Central and Mississippi Valley Workforce Development Boards to Merge

On August 25th, the State Workforce Development Board approved the merger of the South Central Workforce Development Board and the Mississippi Valley Workforce Development Board to create a more unified and resilient workforce system to serve businesses, job seekers, and communities across 22 counties in Iowa.   This merger comes in response to significant federal workforce funding reductions and the need to strengthen administrative efficiency, accountability, and service delivery. By combining fiscal

IowaWORKS Mississippi Valley, (Mississippi Valley Workforce Development Board)
Randy Vaassen Joins Edwards Creative as Senior Fabricator / Design Engineer
Monday, August 25, 2025
Randy Vaassen Joins Edwards Creative as Senior Fabricator / Design Engineer

MILAN, IL  – Edwards Creative is thrilled to announce a game-changing addition to our team: renowned craftsman and custom fabricator Randy Vaassen! With over three decades of unparalleled experience and a reputation for bringing visions to life, Randy will be instrumental in launching Edwards Creative's custom fabrication capabilities to the next level, ensuring we continue to create one-of-a-kind projects that set new industry standards.  As a lifelong learner who thrives on figuring things out and trying

Edwards Creative
Brissman Foundation grants open for Milan nonprofits
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Brissman Foundation grants open for Milan nonprofits

Each year, the Grant W. Brissman and Virginia M. Brissman Foundation awards grants to support projects and organizations that improve the quality of life in the Village of Milan, Illinois. The Brissman Foundation is a private foundation administered by the Quad Cities Community Foundation.  Applications for the 2025 Brissman Foundation grants are now open. Organizations can apply for up to $10,000 to support their work in areas such as youth development, community development, cultural activities, and the

Quad Cities Community Foundation
women in philanthropy event featuring local experts
Monday, August 18, 2025
women in philanthropy event featuring local experts

The Quad Cities Community Foundation will host Women and Wealth, a panel conversation on purposeful planning for giving and legacy on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.   This free event will feature a panel of local experts offering guidance on how women can align their values, financial goals, and philanthropic aspirations.   “Women today are leading in philanthropy, business, and community service, and they are doing it with purpose,” said Anne Calder, Community Foundation vice president of development.

Quad Cities Community Foundation
News Release: 8/8/2025
Friday, August 08, 2025
News Release: 8/8/2025

Mortgage Rates Drop in August 2025 to Lowest Rates Since April 2025 Mortgage rates have taken a welcome dip in recent weeks, offering a glimmer of relief for homebuyers, homeowners, and anyone watching the housing market forecast. The recent shift is tied directly to a decline in the 10-year Treasury yield and the economic trends influencing it.Mortgage Rates in August 2025: The Latest Numbers The 10-year Treasury yield, a key benchmark for 30-year mortgage rates, has fallen from 4.7% earlier this year

IntelliSee Advances Back-to-School Safety Efforts with New AI Capabilities and QATT Certification Progress
Tuesday, August 05, 2025
IntelliSee Advances Back-to-School Safety Efforts with New AI Capabilities and QATT Certification Progress

For Immediate Release Coralville, IA — As millions of students, faculty, and staff head back to school this fall, IntelliSee is announcing significant advancements in its ongoing mission to enhance school safety using proactive, AI-powered risk detection. Following a school year that, while seeing a 22.5% decrease in overall shooting incidents, was still marked by devastating events at schools like Antioch High School and Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas, IntelliSee’s focus remains unwavering:

IntelliSee
CNC Technician Training Supports Local Manufacturing Workforce
Monday, August 04, 2025
CNC Technician Training Supports Local Manufacturing Workforce

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) is offering a CNC Entry-Level Technician course this fall to help meet growing demand for skilled workers in the region’s machining and manufacturing industries.  The course, which runs from Aug. 26 to Nov. 20 at the Blong Technology Center, provides 204 hours of hands-on training in core areas such as shop math, blueprint reading, precision measurement, and CNC mill and lathe operation. Classes will be held Tuesday through Friday from 8 a.m. to noon.  Designed for

Eastern Iowa Community College
$315,000 in grants available for river-based projects
Friday, August 01, 2025
$315,000 in grants available for river-based projects

The Quad Cities Community Foundation has announced the opening of the 2025 QC River Connections Grant Program on August 1. Made possible by the Walton Family Foundation and guided by the Clean River Advisory Council (C-RAC), the grant program supports local organizations leading efforts to address environmental and community challenges along the Mississippi River.  Launched in 2023, QC River Connections Grants are designed to lift the voices and experiences of those most affected by environmental

Quad Cities Community Foundation
BHC named one of the nation’s top trade schools by USA TODAY
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
BHC named one of the nation’s top trade schools by USA TODAY

‘We’re proud to be among the best in the country’   Black Hawk College has been recognized as one of the Top 250 trade schools in the country – and one of just 13 in Illinois – by USA TODAY.   USA TODAY partnered with the market research firm Statista to create its first annual ranking of America’s Top Vocational Schools.   The inaugural ranking highlights Black Hawk College’s strengths in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Health Professions and Related Programs.   The

Black Hawk College
THE GROUP OB-GYN ANNOUNCES 2024 EXPANSION
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
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 - Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C.
THE GROUP OB-GYN PRACTICE OPENS OB-GYN SATELLITE CLINIC LOCATION IN CLINTON
Wednesday, May 01, 2024
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

The Group - Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C.
REVIVE AT THE GROUP MED SPA ANNOUNCES 2023 EXPANSION
Thursday, August 18, 2022
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
REVIVE AT THE GROUP MED SPA NAMED FASTEST GROWING BUSINESS BY THE QUAD CITIES REGIONAL BUSINESS JOURNAL
Thursday, August 11, 2022
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.

Revive at The Group Med Spa
GROUP PHYSICIAN DR. KENNETH NAYLOR PRESENTED WITH GENESIS DISTINGUISHED COLLEAGUE AWARD FOR QUALITY CARE
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
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

The Group - Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C.
The Group OB-GYN Practice Opens NEW Clinic in Clinton, IA
Tuesday, February 02, 2021
The Group OB-GYN Practice Opens NEW Clinic in Clinton, IA

[Davenport, Iowa, Feb 1, 2021]The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C. opened a NEW Clinton OB-GYN satellite clinic within ORA Orthopedics at 2900 S. 25th Street, Suite B2, Clinton, IA 52732. Compromised of physicians, certified nurse midwives, advanced nurse practitioners, and a physician assistant, The Group specializes in obstetrics, gynecology, and women’s health and offers services from first visits, to pregnancy and menopause. Dr. Jen Steines and Certified Nurse Midwife, Heather Mink are

The Group - Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C.
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