Offering bachelor’s degrees is the next step for community colleges
Meeting the moment with community college bachelor’s degrees By Dr. Jeremy Thomas President of Black Hawk College Black Hawk College has long stood as a bridge to opportunity – connecting students with education, employers with talent, and our region with economic growth. Now, we have a chance to build that bridge even stronger. As the conversation grows around allowing Illinois community colleges to offer applied baccalaureate (bachelor’s) degrees, Black Hawk College is ready to lead – and our region is
women in philanthropy conversation with renowned author
The Quad Cities Community Foundation is welcoming award-winning author Lois Buntz to lead a workshop on the power of women in philanthropy. The free workshop will be held at the Community Foundation on Thursday, July 17, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. “We’re proud to welcome Lois Buntz back to the Community Foundation,” said Anne Calder, Community Foundation vice president of development. “She brings an inspiring perspective and powerful data that will energize giving and spark valuable conversation.” Buntz
Edwards Creative Hires Ken Cashion as Director of Engineering
Contact Information: Theresa Cannavo Client Relations Director (309) 756-0199 [email protected] IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 21, 2025 CREATIVE ENGINEERING, AMPLIFIED Ken Cashion Joins Edwards Creative as Director of Engineering Milan, IL—Get ready for a serious upgrade! Edwards Creative, known for bringing big ideas to life for museums and corporate environments, is over-the-moon excited to announce the addition of Ken Cashion to our powerhouse team. A Moline native, Ken is coming home to help
QC Craft Beer Week Returns May 23-30, Featuring Special Edition QC Ale Trail Ale at Bent River
Quad Cities (IA/IL), May 12, 2025 - The Quad Cities will raise a glass to the region’s thriving craft beer scene during QC Craft Beer Week, returning May 23–30, 2025. Timed to coincide with Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer travel season, this weeklong celebration showcases local breweries, new collaborations and the continued evolution of the QC Ale Trail. The festivities kick off on Friday, May 23, from 4-7 p.m. at Bent River Brewing Co. in downtown Moline, where a special tapping of the QC
THE GROUP OB-GYN EXPANDS FACILITY TO ENHANCE WOMEN’S HEALTHCARE SERVICES
Davenport, IA (May 15, 2025): The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C. is proud to announce a major expansion to its facility, designed to enhance access to comprehensive care for women throughout the Quad Cities and surrounding communities. The practice has added 7,300 square feet of space, enabling increased capacity and improved services for patients at every stage of life. The new addition includes 13 state-of-the-art exam rooms, 4 procedure rooms, 2 dedicated patient education spaces,
Structural engineering firm Lynch Mykins joins IMEG
Lynch Mykins, a nationally recognized structural engineering and special inspections firm, has joined Quad Cities-based IMEG. The addition strengthens IMEG’s technical capabilities and expands its presence across North Carolina and the broader Southeast region.Founded in 1974, Lynch Mykins is headquartered in Raleigh, NC, with additional offices in Charlotte and Greensboro, NC, and Norfolk, VA. Known for its award-winning work, the firm offers a full spectrum of structural services including forensic
Visit Quad Cities Unveils Refreshed Website During National Travel and Tourism Week
Quad Cities, IL/IA (May 1, 2025) - National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), happening May 4-10, 2025, shines a spotlight on the U.S. travel industry’s essential role in driving economic growth, creating jobs and enhancing the nation’s global competitiveness. "Travel is one of our nation's most powerful economic engines - supporting millions of jobs, fueling businesses and propelling industries forward,” said U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman. “National Travel and Tourism Week
Tiffany Stott Promoted to COO at Edwards Creative!
BUILDING ON A CREATIVE LEGACYTiffany Hogan Elevated to Chief Operating Officer at Edwards Creative Milan, IL—Get ready for the next level! Edwards Creative, the creative solutions wizards known for turning the ordinary into the extraordinary for the past 20 years, is thrilled to announce Tiffany (Stott) Hogan’s well-deserved promotion to Chief Operating Officer (COO). Tiffany isn't just new to the corner office; she's practically part of the building's foundation, having been one of the first six fearless
Record number of scholarships — $750,000+ — awarded by Community Foundation
The Quad Cities Community Foundation has announced the recipients of $754,894 in scholarship awards. The awards are made possible by the generosity of donors to scholarship funds at the Community Foundation. “At the Community Foundation, we and our donors remain deeply committed to investing in the success of local students,” said Sue Hafkemeyer, president and CEO of the Community Foundation. “Getting to speak with the students who earned these awards, I’m filled with pride and hope for the future. Our
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges Brings Ultrasonic NDT Training to the Quad Cities
Davenport, Iowa — Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) is offering a high-impact workforce training opportunity in the form of a 40-hour Ultrasonic Nondestructive Testing (NDT) course, designed to prepare technicians, inspectors, and industry professionals with hands-on skills in a growing and critical field. The course will take place June 9–13, 2025, at the Blong Technology Center in Davenport. Participants will gain practical experience using ultrasonic testing equipment to detect flaws in materials
Midwest Government Contracting Symposium June 3-4
The Iowa-Illinois Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is hosting the 16th Annual Midwest Government Contracting Symposium on Tuesday, June 3rd and Wednesday, June 4th at Vibrant Arena in Moline, Illinois. This year’s event focuses on examining the recent current events throughout our World and how our Defense Department will sustain and grow the U.S. Industry Base, Supply Chain, and Mission Command. This year’s Symposium will give attendees vital insight into the latest
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos 2024 Year-in-Review — 6,000 Groups Served, 3,600+ Five Star Reviews & 96% Customer Satisfaction!
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos 2024 Year-in-Review — 6,000 Groups Served, 3,600+ Five Star Reviews & 96% Customer Satisfaction! In 2024, Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos proudly served 6,000 different groups all across the USA! And now that 2025 is kicking off, we are very excited to continue this success! From coast to coast, we've connected schools, businesses, wedding parties, sports teams, and more to the perfect group transportation. Whether the travelers call for a quick airport transfer or a
Building Better: The Right Tech to Scale Your General Contractor Business
Running a general contracting business isn’t just about building structures—it’s about building a system that works. Between managing bids, tracking job sites, keeping cash flow steady, and dealing with unpredictable delays, the margin for error is razor-thin. The right tech can make all the difference, but most articles will just tell you to get a basic project management app and call it a day. That’s not enough. To truly grow, you need software that does more than organize your to-do list—you need tools
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Ready To Tackle Wedding Season in 2025 After Serving Thousands in 2024! Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos is geared up to tackle the 2025 wedding season, following a successful year of serving thousands of couples in 2024!
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Ready To Tackle Wedding Season in 2025 After Serving Thousands in 2024! Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos is geared up to tackle the 2025 wedding season, following a successful year of serving thousands of couples in 2024! As America’s #1 group transportation company, Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos offers the USA’s largest selection of limos and buses and exceptional service for wedding celebrations of all sizes. From intimate elopements to grand galas, from bachelorette parties
Price 4 Limo Celebrates its 14th Year in Business! Since 2011, Price 4 Limo has been a leading provider of ground transportation — offering service in every city across the USA and moving more than 1 million happy customers!
Price 4 Limo Celebrates its 14th Year in Business! Since 2011, Price 4 Limo has been a leading provider of ground transportation — offering service in every city across the USA and moving more than 1 million happy customers! During that time, we’ve earned over 3,500 five star reviews from our customers building a reputation for providing award-winning transportation at a great price. What started as a company offering limousines, party buses and charter bus rentals in Miami and the rest of South
Price 4 Limo — America's Highest Rated Prom Limousine & Bus Provider — Gears Up For 2025 Prom Season.
Price 4 Limo — America's Highest Rated Prom Limousine & Bus Provider — Gears Up For 2025 Prom Season. With another successful prom season in the books, transporting more than 50,000 students in 2024, Price 4 Limo — America’s largest and highest-rated limo service and charter bus company — is gearing up for 2025! For over 13 years, Price 4 Limo has been the trusted choice for high school students, parents, and school administrators. The company's vast selection of over 12,000+ total vehicles,
News Release: 12/30/2024
Price 4 Limo is very proud to have just served its 6,000th customer in 2024! As we take a look back on the end of the year, we want to thank all of the groups that have turned to Price 4 Limo to arrange their group transportation. Price 4 Limo's success is built on a foundation of core values that include integrity, honesty, and respect. The company strives to build strong relationships with its customers, ensuring an easy, convenient experience from booking to drop-off. The experienced professionals
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
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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
