Good morning, Davenport.

United Way Quad Cities has named Dr. Wendy Hilton-Morrow as its new president and CEO, and she will begin on Sept.

14. She succeeds Rene Gellerman in leading the organization.

Government Bridge was closed late Wednesday morning after a semitruck got stuck on the Davenport side, slowing traffic until officials clear the blockage.

Pump & Pantry, a convenience retailer from Nebraska, is buying 21 former Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh locations — including two in Davenport — with rebranding to finish by Friday, July 31.

Kaden Weber — the 2025 Iowa State Fair BBQ champion — has launched his own food truck in the Quad Cities to serve his award-winning barbecue to local fans.

Corn Belt Ports will co-host the National Waterway Conference from Tuesday, Aug.

25 to Thursday, Aug. 27 at Vibrant Arena in downtown Moline, where waterway leaders will discuss policy and networking and join tours in Davenport, including at Nahant Marsh & a reception at the Figge Art Museum.

The Rock Island-Milan School Board approved funds for repairs at Denkmann, covering work completed after a July storm last year and additional work that will be completed by the end of summer.

Vibrant Credit Union, based in Moline, has partnered with Manitou Group North America to offer flexible equipment lending options for consumers and small businesses that support Manitou and GEHL brands.

The expansion builds on current relationships with Yanmar, Wacker Neuson and McCormick to strengthen dealer support.

ImpactLife officials said blood donations declined at the QCA this week, though hospitals still have enough blood for surgeries and emergencies.

They urged residents to schedule appointments soon to help keep the supply steady.

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